When Paulie and Rocky fight over his sister and Rocky's fame.
What is a brother battle?
100
When Rocky is being held back from Adrian after the fight
What is the magic flight / pursuit?
100
Apollo Creed, Rocky's insecurities
What are shadows?
200
An outcast in society & gentle giant; Rocky
Who is the hero?
200
What is the monomyth term for Adrian and Rocky's special bond?
What is sacred marriage?
200
When Rocky hugs Adrian
What is crossing the return threshold?
200
Mick & Rocky's guiding principals
Who / what are mentors?
300
When the fight commentator urges Apollo Creed to find a new opponent for the heavyweight championship, when Apollo chooses the "Italian Stallion" to box against
What is the call to adventure?
300
When Rocky gets back in shape, increases his stamina, and improves his balance
What are tests?
300
When Rocky went 15 rounds with Apollo Creed without giving up and gained a sense of self-worth
What is the master of two worlds and/or restoring the world?
300
Adrian (when she distracts Rocky from his training)
Who is a temptress?
400
When Rocky says "no" to the fighting Apollo Creed.
What is the refusal of the call?
400
When Rocky must face his insecurities inside the ring, with his confidence, and with his relationships - The point of no turning back.
What is entering the belly of the whale?
400
Adrian's love and the public's respect
What is the reward?
400
Paulie
Who is a shapeshifter and/or trickster?
500
When Rocky begins to become well-known by the public, when Rocky gets attention from fans & news outlets
What is crossing the threshold?
500
When Rocky fights Apollo Creed
What is the supreme ordeal?
500
When Rocky gains confidence, realizes he is more than a loan shark's "grunt," and becomes a role model for ordinary people & spectators