Review of The Karate Kid (1984) by Lorenzo V — 01 Apr 2010
"Wax on... wax off. Wax on... wax off.".
A handyman/martial arts master agrees to teach a bullied boy karate and shows him that there is more to the martial art than fighting.
REVIEW.
Dont know too many who hated this, the story of toothpick sized kid (Macchio) from Jersey who gets a daily beating from Valley boys after moving to California. A harmless looking handyman surprises the hell out of Macchios' tormentors one night, and one of the most memorable relationships on screen was created. Mr. Miyagi and Daniel, the older oriental and the young teenager are two of the best characters you'll ever see. Everybody will forever remember "wax on, wax off," Morita's many "Daniel-sans!," or one of the most recognizable poses ever, the Crane Technique. The climax is extremely uplifting and unless you're horribly unemotional, you'll smile everytime.
This review of The Karate Kid (1984) was written by Lorenzo V on 01 Apr 2010.
The Karate Kid has generally received positive reviews.
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