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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

Latest Stories

News

Gunmen Steal Meatball Hoagie

Take boy’s dinner at gunpoint

News

Nine Arrested at Comcast Center

Police arrest Occupy Philly protesters

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Occupy Philly at Comcast Center

Protesters marched down 18th Street

News

Billboards on Buildings?

City Council hears arguments

News

Q&A: Georges Perrier

Why his marriage ended

News

The Dude Fights Jose Canseco

Live on PPV


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

Occupy Hollywood

Kim Kardashian proves we need it

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No Protection for LGBTs in New Bill

Sexual orientation and identity not included

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Kameny House Gets Historic Listing

The activist’s home becomes a landmark

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Christopher Bartlett Hosts TEDxPhilly

He tells us about next week’s event

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A Lesbian Homecoming King?

One high school’s ahead of the curve

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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.


News

Nutter’s Second Term

Will his staff stay?

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Best Occupy Philly Signs

Photos of our favorites

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Sympathy for Ruth Madoff

Let her keep her $2.5 million

News

Morning Scoop: Big East Invites

Plus: Dungeon case gag order

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