The Karate Kid

The Karate Kid
The Karate Kid
Genres: Action, Drama, Family
Rating: 7.2
Language: en
Year:1984
Country:US
Budget: 8 000 000 $
Runtime: 2h 6min
Cast: Ralph Macchio, Martin Kove, William Zabka, Elisabeth Shue
Tags: beaten, bullies, bully, bullying, comforting, crane, fight, friendship, halloween, high school, high school romance, high school student, hopeful, karate, los angeles, california, martial arts, martial arts master, martial arts tournament, martial arts training, mentor protégé relationship, nostalgic, painting, philosophical, sabotage, school dance, semi autobiographical, sensei, single mother, sport competition, teen movie,

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Description:

In this compelling coming-of-age tale, young Daniel navigates life in Los Angeles with his mother Lucille while forming a bond with a new friend named Ali. His world takes an unexpected turn when he becomes the target of relentless bullying from a group of high school students led by Johnny - Ali's former flame and fervent devotee of ruthless sensei, John Kreese, at the notoriously aggressive Cobra Kai dojo. Amidst this turmoil, Daniel stumbles upon an unlikely ally in Mr. Miyagi, a seemingly humble repairman who, as fate would have it, possesses unparalleled expertise in martial arts.Under the tutelage of Mr. Miyagi, Daniel discovers a more empathetic form of karate focused on self-defense rather than aggression. As his skills grow, so does his confidence, leading to an eventual showdown with Cobra Kai as Miyagi prepares him for the ultimate competition. This captivating tale explores themes of friendship, adversity, and the transformative power of mentorship in the face of relentless adversity.

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