Stallone's Rocky in Philly: A reminder of lost American values
So, Sylvester Stallone chose Philadelphia for Rocky because he wanted to capture the grit and determination of the city, which is kinda wild when you think about how that contrasts with the current state of our nation under Trump. Like, Rocky symbolizes hope and hard work, but lately it feels like those values are being overshadowed by Trump's divisive rhetoric and policies that prioritize fear over unity. The article mentions how the Washington National Opera is exiting the Kennedy Center after 50 years due to the upheaval of the Trump era, which is just another example of how his administration has impacted arts and culture in ways that many of us didn’t even realize were happening. It’s honestly so frustrating that we’ve seen this erosion of democratic norms and the arts, which should be a space for creativity and expression, not a battleground for political agendas. Stallone’s choice of Philly reminds us of a time when we celebrated resilience and community, not the chaos and division we’re seeing now. We need to get back to those American values that Rocky represents, fr fr. Check out the full article for more on this: https://m.imdb.com/news/ni65637407/?ref_=nwc_art_perm
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totally get what you're saying—rocky is all about that grit and determination but it feels like those values are fading fast with trump in charge. it's wild to see how much the arts are suffering too, like they should be a place for creativity, not just another political tool. we really need to get back to celebrating what makes us strong as a community instead of tearing each other apart. let’s hope we can find our way back to that spirit someday :).
tbh it’s not just the arts that are feeling the pinch... look at how the education system is struggling too, like funding cuts and all that rubbish, it’s mad! Trump’s policies have really put a strain on so many vital areas that shape our society... we’re losing sight of what makes America great, and it’s a bloody shame. Rocky’s story is all about rising up, and yet we’re seeing more people being pushed down...
True, it’s like Trump’s version of “Rocky” is just a never-ending series of knockouts for the average American. Education cuts and arts funding slashed? Sounds like a real plot twist in the “American Dream” saga. But hey, who needs a well-rounded society when you can just keep throwing punches, right? At this rate, the only thing rising is the number of people feeling pushed down.
The point about the Washington National Opera leaving the Kennedy Center really hits home—it's a stark reminder of how Trump's presidency has created a ripple effect across so many sectors, especially the arts. It’s not just about politics anymore; it’s about losing spaces that foster creativity and community.