QWhat happened to the brain damage which caused Rocky to quit fighting in "Rocky V"?
AIn Rocky V, Rocky is revealed to be suffering from a condition called Cavum septum pellucidum (CSP), a condition which forces him to retire because no state will grant him a boxing license. In Rocky Balboa, this condition is never mentioned, and Rocky is seemingly able to return to the ring without any problems. Indeed, when he attends the hearing as to whether or not he will be granted a new license, Rocky is told that he passed all the physical tests with flying colors, suggesting that his condition has cleared up.Sylvester Stallone himself has address this issue: When Rocky was diagnosed with brain damage, it must be noted that many athletes have a form of brain damage, including football players, soccer players, and other individuals in contact sports such as rugby, etc. Rocky never went for a second opinion and yielded to his wife's wishes to stop. So with the advent of new research techniques into brain damage, Rocky was found to be normal among fighters, and he was suffering the results of a severe concussion. By today's standards Rocky Balboa would be given a clean bill of health for fighters (See here for the full interview).
QPaulie says that Rocky gave him a watch. When did this happen?
AIn Rocky II, Rocky buys Rolexes for himself, Adrian and Paulie. In Rocky III, Paulie smashes the watch.
QWhy is the movie called 'Rocky Balboa' and not 'Rocky VI'?
ASo much time had passed since the release of Rocky V that the movie really stands on its own. Calling it Rocky VI probably didn't seem the most appropriate move, especially considering how unpopular Rocky V is amongst fans.
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