I really like this movie and find it to be underrated. I like that this movie had new dynamic in some ways.
Hilary Swank was really good as Julie. She portrayed a troubled adolescent really well and has an interesting relationship with Mr. Miyagi. Pat Morita is his usual amazing self.
Eric made for a pretty cool supporting character and a nice love interest for Julie. I also loved getting to know Miyagi's friends.
The training scenes and fight at the end were pretty well done. "You Gotta Be" by Des'ree is a fantastic song, too.
The movie was not without it's silly moments and questionable elements of the plot, but overall I enjoyed it. Like I said, I found it refreshing that they tried something new with this.
I wouldn't say it's anywhere near as good as the original Karate Kid or Part II, but I enjoyed it more than part III.
RATING: B
Hilary Swank was really good as Julie. She portrayed a troubled adolescent really well and has an interesting relationship with Mr. Miyagi. Pat Morita is his usual amazing self.
Eric made for a pretty cool supporting character and a nice love interest for Julie. I also loved getting to know Miyagi's friends.
The training scenes and fight at the end were pretty well done. "You Gotta Be" by Des'ree is a fantastic song, too.
The movie was not without it's silly moments and questionable elements of the plot, but overall I enjoyed it. Like I said, I found it refreshing that they tried something new with this.
I wouldn't say it's anywhere near as good as the original Karate Kid or Part II, but I enjoyed it more than part III.
RATING: B