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The Karate Kid
John G Avildsen
(1984)
121min
PG Certificate
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Review
Our Score
by
John Ferguson
This heart-warming, junior version of Rocky - both films were directed by John G Avildsen - became a massive worldwide success, spawning a series of sequels plus hit Netflix show
Cobra Kai
. Ralph Macchio plays the bullied teen who is taught the secrets of karate by wise old Pat Morita and turns the tables on his tormentors. Macchio rises above the trite script to deliver a sympathetic and believable performance, while Morita is equally good value - and look out, too, for Elisabeth Shue in an early role. This is certainly the best in the film series.
Summary
A teenager at a new school befriends a pretty girl, but her ex-boyfriend is jealous and attacks him. During one particularly bad fight, a wise old caretaker intervenes and defeats the youngster's assailants using his martial art skills. He goes on to mentor the boy and teach him karate so he can face his enemies in a tournament. Drama, with Ralph Macchio, Pat Morita and Elisabeth Shue.
Cast & Crew
Daniel LaRusso
Ralph Macchio
Miyagi
Pat Morita
Ali
Elisabeth Shue
Kreese
Martin Kove
Lucille LaRusso
Randee Heller
Johnny
William Zabka
Bobby
Ron Thomas
Tommy
Rob Garrison
Dutch
Chad McQueen
Jimmy
Tony O'Dell
Freddy
Israel Juarbe
Mr Mills
William H Bassett
Director
John G Avildsen
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Other Information
Language:
English
Colour
Theatrical distributor:
Columbia-Emi-Warner Dists Ltd
Guidance:
Edited for violence and swearing.
Available on:
video, DVD and Blu-ray
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