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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

Tom Knox Has Our Backs

He’ll run if Milton Street wins the primary

News

Want To Serve Bolaris Drinks?

Then we have the job for YOU!

News

Introducing Mr. Gay Philly…

A pint-sized gymnast had all the right moves

Phanatic Is America’s Favorite Mascot

But his pitching needs work

Philly Perfect for Gadhafi?

So says one mayoral candidate

News

Rant of the Day

Dude, where’s my wheelchair?


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

The Orchestra Needs Some Disney

It’s the only way they can survive

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North vs. South

150 years later

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I Pay My Taxes, I Want My Rights!

Marc Jacobs partners with HRC

News

The Sixers Just Aren’t Good Enough

Who are the stooges now?

News

Santorum’s Sloppy Slogan

Does it borrow from a gay activist’s poem?

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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

Apple Says It Gets Better

Coming out stories from techies

News

Prom Gone Wrong

The Dumpsta Players are back

Morning Scoop: Orchestra Officially Bankrupt

Plus: Do the Phillies really need Utley?

News

Rick Santorum’s Motto Mess

His website’s slogan comes from a gay black poet

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