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How Five Days in Philly Changed Movie History Forever

On the 50th anniversary of Rocky, the never-before-told story of the crazed, chaotic, and clandestine filming of the city’s most famous movie.


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Opinion

Dear Josh Shapiro: Now That You Have the Votes, Here’s Our Wish List

Mac Mart owner Marti Liberman, whose business was targeted by the Boycott Ride in Philadelphia on Sunday, November 8th (photo courtesy Marti Lieberman/Mac Mart)
Q&A

Mac Mart Wasn’t Even Supposed to Be Open During the Philly Boycott Ride. Here’s Why It Was

Guides

14 New Books by Philly Authors to Add to Your TBR List

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U.S. CAPITOL BUILDING
News

The Government Shutdown Is Over!

A big round of applause for those idiots in D.C.

News

Alycia Lane Did It Again

No, she didn’t punch a cop. But good guess.

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News

A Brief, Un-Angry Response to Stu Bykofsky

Why his insult-filled blog post about me is wrong.

News

Chris Christie Heading to Philly

But do you have the $5,000 to go see him?

Let The Fire Burn
News

10 Must See Films at this Year’s Philly Film Fest

There’s a lot to choose from. We’re here to help.

PHOTOS: Boys Night Out 2013

Because dudes just want to have fun, too.


Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

This city has had a love affair with the pitchers, running backs, goalies, and point guards who have called it home. Here, we present our definitive ranking. Let the debates begin.


News

Another Catholic Girl Wants to Play a “Boys” Sport

Amanda Leve wants to wrestle. The church hasn’t decided yet.

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Irving Fryar Accused of Mortgage Fraud

Ex-Eagle reportedly worked in league with mother.

News

Rita’s Water Ice Opens In China

The People’s Republic welcomes our local chain.

News

Wharton: Young People Don’t Care for Kids

Focused more on careers, families.

News

Chris Christie Now Favors the Dream Act

Positions himself at odds with the GOP base.

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76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

Sure, Philly gave America democracy. But, from bubble gum to the world’s first computer to life-saving medical breakthroughs, Philadelphia’s greatest export is actually our influence.

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

We launched a petition to urge the Mayor and City Council to make May 21st a day to honor the brave former slave who escaped from George Washington — because no one tells Philadelphia to keep the truth to ourselves.


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News

[UPDATE] Hite Imposes Work Rules, Corbett Releases $45 Million

Satisfied with district’s progress.

News

Corbett Hurt Philly Schools for No Good Reason

He held $45 million back for two months, and achieved exactly nothing of worth.

News

What Montreal Has That Philly Needs

Horse meat. Funner murals. Hot pols.

News

WATCH: Philly Musicians Cover Todd Rundgren’s “I Saw the Light”

Part of “Essential Songs of Philadelphia” project.

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