The Karate Kid (1984)

Film Franchise Takes (160 movies items)

" Created by: Robert Mark Kamen Years in activity: 1984 - 1994, 2010 Number of films: 4, including one remake. Best in series: The Karate Kid Decent in series: The remaining films in the series, including the remake. My take on the series: It’s essentially Rocky, but with karate. The first movie was great, the sequels are pretty decent. The remake was not all that bad. If you haven’t seen Cobra Kai, then you really should."

Fictional Places You Don’t Want To Visit (193 movies items)

"Recinda, California The place is real, the events are fictional. Why you wouldn’t want to visit: Bullies roam the beaches, if you are not careful you could be challenged to a fight. Just ask Daniel LaRusso."

Favorite Movies of All Time (2017 Edition) (1001 movies items)

" No Change 2016: 274 2015: 271 2014: 269 2013: 260 2012: 258 2011: 250 2010: 250 2009: 246 2008: 245 2007: 243 2006: 259 2005: 241 2004: 215 2003: 247 2002: 292 2001: 301 2000: 286 1999: 225 1998: 204 1997: 198 1996: 191 1995: 146 1994: 117 "

Favorite Movies of All Time (2016 Edition) (1001 movies items)

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Favorite Action Films: 1984-1985 (37 movies items)

" Directed by: John G. Avildsen Produced by: R.J. Louis, Jerry Weintraub, and Bud S. Smith Written by: Robert Mark Kamen Cinematography: James Crabe Edited by: Bud S. Smith, Walt Mulconery, and John G. Avildsen Music by: Bill Conti Distributed by: Columbia Pictures"

“Was there any kid in the 1980's who didn't ENJOY this movie? The only thing some people HATED is Daniel having to fight 5 bullies at once, instead of it should be Johnny vs Daniel. A classic and it was amazing to see Mr. Miyagi at first being just an old man to...he can kick ass who Daniel NEEDS to listen to. Then you realize with the Cobra Kai series, WHO the REAL BULLY/Bad guy really is: John Kreese.” read more

Watched in 2021 (53 movies items)

"02/22"

Most epic fights in movie history (53 movies items)

" Daniel V.S. Johnny"

Favorite Movies of All Time (2015 Edition) (1001 movies items)

" 2014: 269 2013: 260 2012: 258 2011: 250 2010: 250 2009: 246 2008: 245 2007: 243 2006: 259 2005: 241 2004: 215 2003: 247 2002: 292 2001: 301 2000: 286 1999: 225 1998: 204 1997: 198 1996: 191 1995: 146 1994: 117 "

Fall 2020 Viewings (40 movies items)

"Format: DVD Viewing: Umpteenth Thoughts: Binging the Cobra Kai series on Netflix made me want to revisit the original movies so bad, especially the first film. Hard to believe it's been 36 years since the first film was released. What makes the original Karate Kid so great is the deliberate slow pacing that gives you a real feel for the characters and story. Much like Rocky, it's an underdog story and Daniel's long journey to the final victory is a joy to watch."

Movies Watched in 2020 (127 movies items)

"Netflix - First viewing"

You know......for kids! (180 movies items)

"Poor Daniel, he goes through quite the rough treatment at the hand of the bullies in the film. Granted, he does win in the end, gains self respect, and kind of sort of gets the girl, but still... Also, it seems like Daniel has bad luck, with the ladies, his girl friend in part one, leaves him for some one else, in part two. And there is also internet theory, that suggests that in retrospect Daniel is an even bigger jerk than Johnny."

Best Renovation Movies (40 movies items)

"Daniel-son renovates Miagi's house exteriors, like walkways and fence, plus a car's exterior... all while renovating his exterior through... karate. "