Rocky IV Ivan Drago's Intro Soviet Anthem

[tomascostanzo]

The only anthem in the world that makes you wanna stand and salute even though it's probably not your anthem.

[TheDeepShadow]

Even if you hate communism and the USSR, you can't deny their anthem was (The Russian still is) GLORIOUS af

[Faith_in_Chaos]

This scene gave me goosebumps in the theatre as a kid

[jbarry]

The guy that played Gorbachev is spot on accurate

[EagleEye]

Dolph Lundgren could’ve easily played Arnold Schwarzenegger’s role as The Terminator in 1984. He would’ve been just as fierce and intimidating as Arnold was.

[mr.j]

Always wondered what they did with that huge painting of Dolph Lundgren after the movie

[JoelMedina-wbqk]

I love when Drago looks at Rocky and Rocky looks right back

[javiergarza]

The irony is that Hollywood is giving one of the most beautiful renditions of the Soviet Union anthems of the 80's.

[default_user_]

The USSR anthem is the best and most epic anthem. No matter, if you dislike communism or not

[mauriciocedillos]

As a prideful American. I admit. The Russian anthem is the best in the world.

[patrickreed]

Loved how Paulie held Old Glory a little tighter

[omkr]

Man. Imagine if the Ukraine war was settled like this - Putin vs Zelinsky in a no holds barred boxing match!

[MK-zsmd]

Besides the politics, the song is wonderful. It brings something from the deepest even if I have nothing to do with the Soviets.

[boombap_specialist]

Why does Russia's national anthem make me feel like this, it's overwhelming, simply amazing!!!

[jiarongxie]

The fact they used the Stalin version of the anthem 💀

[danidjole]

Apollo: my introduction was the best ever!

Drago: hold my vodka!

[SevereWeatherCenter]

The USSR anthem that was played was the stalinist version which was discontinued in 1956. The Rocky USSR Anthem used the old version. In fact from 1956 until 1973 the Soviet anthem had no lyrics. From 1973 the new lyrics were pro leaded, and communist, but did not mention Stalin, nor how the banner would lead people from victory to victory.

[MoxxieKnolastname]

English Translation:

United forever
in friendship and labor
Our mighty republics will ever endure
The Great Soviet Union will live through the ages,
the dream of a people, their fortress secure!
Long live our Soviet motherland,
built by the peoples’ mighty hand!
Long live our people, United and free!
Strong in our friendship tried by fire
Long may our crimson flag inspire.
Shining in glory for all men to see!!

[tamaskovacs]

Soviet or Russian anthem is the most beautiful in the world.

[thomasdavico]

Epic, stiring anthem from the Red army choir!