Review of The Next Karate Kid (1994) by Karen J — 11 Nov 2008

Less than the others "karate kids" but also very great!

This review of The Next Karate Kid (1994) was written by Karen J on 11 Nov 2008.

The Next Karate Kid has generally received mixed reviews.

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