Creed: Ii(2018)

: For Ivan Drago, Viktor is a tool for regaining the respect he lost decades ago; for Rocky, the fight represents a chance to finally move past the trauma of Apollo's death. Production Highlights

: Steven Caple Jr. took over directing duties from Ryan Coogler. Creed II(2018)

: Much of the drama stems from Adonis balancing his role as a new father and husband with his drive to be a champion. : For Ivan Drago, Viktor is a tool

Creed II (2018), directed by Steven Caple Jr. , is a sports drama that serves as a direct sequel to 2015's Creed and a narrative successor to Rocky IV . The film follows newly crowned heavyweight champion Adonis Creed as he faces his most personal challenge: a title fight against Viktor Drago, the son of Ivan Drago—the man who killed Adonis' father, Apollo Creed, in the ring. Plot Summary : Much of the drama stems from Adonis

Against Rocky Balboa's (Sylvester Stallone) advice, Adonis takes the fight and suffers a near-fatal physical and emotional defeat. The second half of the film focuses on Adonis’ recovery, the birth of his daughter, and his journey to rediscover why he fights before heading into a brutal rematch in Russia. Key Themes and Elements