REVIEW: “Creed” — “Rocky” successor a cinematic knockout

Far more than just a sequel or spin-off, Creed is a thoughtful, emotional, and ultimately rousing boxing tale that’s as entertaining and memorable as any of the best films in the Rocky series to which it owes its lineage and characters. Just like the character at its heart, it establishes itself as a cinematic powerhouse in its own right, thanks to a compelling script, strong performances from its leads, and palpable visual energy and excitement, particularly during the boxing sequences.

Michael B. Jordan (Fruitvale Station, Fantastic Four) plays Adonis Johnson, the son of boxing legend Apollo Creed (Carl Weathers, shown in photographs and in flashback), who was born … (Read more: http://bit.ly/1kRV6El)