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Summary: YEAAAHHH....
Review: This wasn't a bad movie--it wasn't the best either. Yes I will watch it when it's on tv, but other than that I can do without it. Opposed to what others have said, i think that KK3 was better than this one. To me that one had a lot of emotion.
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Summary: Horrible film transcended by hot young talent
Review: Though "The Next Karate Kid" was an undeniably bad movie (Mr. Miyagi is Arnold from Happy Days, for Christ's sake!) it serves one much needed purpose: to serve as a springboard for promising young star Christopher Beam. Christopher propelled this movie foreward with his amazingly purposeful and affecting performance. His decidedly increible acting ability, combined with his boyish good looks, will surely launch his soon to be sizzling hot career.
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Summary: The Return of Mr. Miyagi.
Review: Though this film isn't as good as the first two KARATE KID movies, it is just as good if not better than KARATE KID III. In this film, Mr. Miyagi takes a trip out East to receive a special commendation from the President for his unit's extraordinay achievements during WWII. He stays over at the home of the widow of his former best friend. The woman is having a difficult time raising her granddaughter, Julie, who was orphaned after her parents were killed in a car accident. Mr. Miyagi suggests she take a trip to California and stay at his place on a vacation while he stays and takes care of her home and her granddaughter. Other than being fiercely angry at life, Julie is also having problems at school and is being harassed by the school's administratively supported bullies, the Alph Elite. Through the tutoring of Mr. Miyagi, Julie is able to control her anger and find focus in her life.Hillary Swank pulls off a believable and emotionally-deep performance as Julie Pierce. The role needn't required so much depth, but her character reminds one of the girl next door. However, as good as Swank is, the real reason to see this film is Pat Morita. It's great to see Mr. Miyagi again. His character reminds me of a real life Yoda. As long as the story is decent, one can't get enough of a great character like him. There are also some great quotes in the movie. My personal favorite is "Never trust a spiritual leader who can't dance." A fun movie that is surprisingly enjoyable.
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Summary: A very good movie--beautiful new actress, great action, etc.
Review: Very entertaining AND instructive. Whatever happened to the female lead? She is HOT! This movie makes a fitting conclusion to the Karate Kid series, but I would like to see just one more--with this cast or along this theme. There's a metaphysical aspect to many of the scenes, and the electricity seems to flow off the screen.
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Summary: don't bother
Review: What can I say? I liked the first, I liked the second, didn't care for the third. Thought this one sucked - bad. No, it has nothing to do with the "kid" being a girl. The story was terrible. It has nothing in common with the previous three other than Pat Morita who did a fine job in his return as Mr. Miyagi. Hillary Swank may be a decent actress but the character she plays in this movie comes off as irritating and stupid (duh....Mr Miyagi!). If I could have given this less than 1 star I certainly would have.
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