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Perth Now
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Ralph Macchio wanted 'Karate Kid: Legends' to be delayed
Ralph Macchio was "screaming constantly every day" for his new movie 'Karate Kid: Legends' to be delayed. The movie - which stars Ralph reprising his role as Daniel LaRusso from the 'Karate Kid' franchise - is set three years after the finale of spin-off TV series 'Cobra Kai' and was initially slated to hit cinemas in 2024 - several months before the show's final episode was due to be broadcast. Now Ralph has revealed he was determined to persuade movie bosses to push the film back so it didn't ruin 'Cobra Kai' for fans. He told The Hollywood Reporter: "Just so you know, when this movie was initially slated for a December 13, 2024 release, I was screaming constantly every day: 'This movie has to come out after ['Cobra Kai'] finishes'. "And once marketing got together and realized that [release date] would not benefit either, they did the right thing [by delaying the film until May 2025]. "'Karate Kid: Legends' is now coming at a time where I like to believe that 'Cobra Kai fans' are thirsty for another chapter. "There's also brand-new fans, who may or may not have even seen Cobra Kai or the original film, that would have a great time at the cinema." 'Cobra Kai' also featured Macchio and ran for six seasons before concluding in February while the release of 'Karate Kid: Legends' was pushed back until May. He added of the film: "It's family viewing and a very positive story of good over evil. And you get to share a communal experience in the theater where you're hopefully high-fiving the stranger next to you because you had a wonderful time. "And when you get home, perhaps your uncle pulls out a DVD of the original 'Karate Kid', and the whole family gets to watch Mr. Miyagi for the first time. It's cool when I have kids run up to me who know who Mr. Miyagi is and think he's the coolest." When asked if there are any plans to continue 'Cobra Kai', Ralph explained: "There are a few balls up in the air. You have to be diplomatically safe, and I don't know which one is going to land. "I hope all of them do, or some of them do, or one of them does. The success of 'Karate Kid: Legends' could propel all that stuff. It's different, but same. There's a Miyagi-ism for you."
Boston Globe
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Boston Globe
‘Karate Kid: Legends' proves it's going to be a cruel, cruel summer
In the past three years, I've endured sequels to 'Top Gun,' 'Ghostbusters,' and 'Raiders of the Lost Ark.' These sequels are all descendants of 1980s movies, and they've all been mediocre to bad. And now we have ' The original 'The Karate Kid' was a heartwarming classic starring Ralph Macchio as Daniel LaRusso, a Jersey boy whose widowed mother moves him to Los Angeles. There, he is repeatedly bullied by Johnny Lawrence, the ex-boyfriend of his love interest. Lawrence is a member of Cobra Kai, a dojo whose students fight dirty and win competitions. Get Starting Point A guide through the most important stories of the morning, delivered Monday through Friday. Enter Email Sign Up With the help of Pat Morita's beloved sensei, Mr. Miyagi, Daniel learns karate and gets his chance at redemption when he battles Lawrence in a tournament. Daniel and Mr. Miyagi's intergenerational friendship is credible thanks to Macchio's boyish charm and the Oscar-nominated acting chops that proved Morita was more than just Arnold on 'Happy Days' and Ah Chew on 'Sanford and Son.' Advertisement Jackie Chan and Ben Wang. Sony Pictures 'Karate Kid: Legends' not only brings Daniel back to the big screen, it also brings back Jackie Chan's character, Mr. Han, from the 2010 remake that angered fans of the original. That film, which I admit I enjoyed, starred Jaden Smith as Dre, the Daniel clone, and Chan as the Miyagi stand-in. Advertisement The 2010 remake rehashes the plot of the original; 'Karate Kid: Legends' rehashes it as well. This time, however, screenwriter Rob Lieber crosses the streams (sorry for the 'Ghostbusters' terminology) of the original film and its remake, retrofitting Chan and Macchio into the same universe. I'm not sure if that violates some unwritten law of cinema. But I am certain this movie should serve time in Predictability Prison. Lieber stuffs his script with so many overused clichés that it feels like a club described by 'Saturday Night Live''s Stefon. This movie has everything: The 'wrong kid died' trope made popular by biopics, the owing money to the mob plot device, the washed-up boxer seeking another shot at the title, and the overprotective mother who disapproves of her son's dangerous hobby. Plus, it has all of 'The Karate Kid''s plot, too! Even at a mercifully short 94 minutes, this movie is exhausting. That would be fine if it weren't also overly sincere, familiar, and dull. None of the characters here have the emotional weight of Daniel and Mr. Miyagi; the one-dimensional ways this film tries to inject grief and trauma pale by comparison to the first movie. This disconnect is made even more blatant once Daniel enters the story about two-thirds of the way through. 'Karate Kid: Legends' opens in 1985 Okinawa, where Mr. Miyagi explains to young Daniel-san how his Miyagi-do karate is related to the kung fu Han taught Dre. They're two branches of the same tree, Miyagi tells him. I felt a bittersweet pang while watching the late Morita onscreen, but this is clearly an unwise retrofit designed to explain what Han is doing in this movie. Advertisement Ming Na Wen, Wyatt Oleff, Ralph Macchio, Ben Wang, Joshua Jackson, Jackie Chan and Sadie Stanley in "Karate Kid: Legends." Sony Pictures Fast-forward to the present day, where Li Fong (Ben Wang) is secretly practicing kung fu at his uncle Han's school in Beijing. Li's medical doctor mother, Dr. Fong (Ming-Na Wen from 'Mulan'), is vehemently against this training, so much so that she accepts a job in New York City to drag her son away from his dreams of competing in martial arts tournaments. 'If you practice violence, you get violence,' she ominously intones, hinting at a past tragedy you can easily guess. Lady, you might get violence in Manhattan whether you practice it or not! But I digress. In Manhattan, Li finds a potential love interest in Mia (Sadie Stanley), a feisty teen whose dad, Victor (Joshua Jackson), quit his successful boxing career to run the local pizza parlor. She calls Li 'stuffed crust' after he commits the cardinal sin of asking for that type of pizza in a New York City pizzeria. Stuffed Crust, I mean, Li, will also have to deal with Conor Day (Aramis Knight), Mia's sinister and violent former boyfriend. Conor is the reigning champion of a five-borough underground fighting tournament, plus his sensei is a loan shark to whom Victor is in debt. Cue the requisite beatings from Conor and the eventual arrival of both Mr. Han and Daniel-san to help Li train for his tournament redemption. 'Karate Kid: Legends' can't even decide just how good Li is at fighting. There are scenes where he opens up a can of whup-ass on three grown men sent to rough up Victor, yet he can't seem to clobber one teenage bully. Advertisement Joshua Jackson and Ben Wang. Sony Pictures Perhaps it's my well-known, I thought the film's Daniel would become its Miyagi—but it's just a short, clever deviation. We're stuck with the expected martial arts climax, which is neither suspenseful nor staged well. In fact, a few people in my audience booed! Though it's a lousy retread, I don't think 'Karate Kid Legends' deserved that boo. But if this film is any indication of the quality of ★★ KARATE KID: LEGENDS Directed by Jonathan Entwistle. Written by Rob Lieber. Starring Jackie Chan, Ben Wang, Ralph Macchio, Ming-na Wen, Joshua Jackson, Sadie Stanley, Aramis Knight. At AMC Boston Common, Landmark Kendall Square, Alamo Drafthouse Seaport, AMC Causeway, suburbs. PG-13 (the series' first PG-13 is for language, martial arts violence) Odie Henderson is the Boston Globe's film critic.
Rakyat Post
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Rakyat Post
Karate Kid Legends Ranked By Who'd Actually Win In A Fight — No Mercy Edition
Subscribe to our FREE Whether you grew up practising wax-on-wax-off in front of your mirror or binge-watched Cobra Kai like your life depended on it, one thing's for sure: The Karate Kid universe has given us some seriously iconic fighters . And we're not just talking about black belts and broken boards — we're talking philosophy, pain, redemption, and straight-up cinematic greatness. So, who are the true GOATs of the dojo? Let's break it down! Mr. Miyagi – The Silent Storm © Sony Pictures. Style: Okinawan karate Fighting Vibe: Calm until chaos, and then… boom . Most Iconic Move: One-handed block + no-look takedown The man. The myth. The bonsai-loving legend. Mr. Miyagi is the soul of the franchise — wise, peaceful, and yet absolutely devastating when pushed. He taught us that karate is not about fighting… until it totally is. Every student, every enemy, every viewer — changed after meeting him. Daniel LaRusso – The Underdog King © Sony Pictures. Style: Miyagi-Do Karate Fighting Vibe: Soft but deadly Most Iconic Move: The Crane Kick (still undefeated) From bullied new kid to All-Valley champ, Daniel-san fought not just for trophies, but for balance, dignity, and sometimes… revenge. His growth from underdog to sensei makes him one of the most relatable and resilient fighters in the dojo. Johnny Lawrence – The Redemption Brawler © Sony Pictures. Style: Cobra Kai (evolved) Fighting Vibe: Kick first, learn later Most Iconic Move: Flying kick into your feelings The original villain with one of the best redemption arcs in TV history. Johnny brought grit , heart , and a whole lotta 80s rock into the new era. He's rough around the edges, but when he fights — it's personal . Chozen Toguchi – The Okinawan Avenger © Sony Pictures. Style: Miyagi-Do's deadlier cousin Fighting Vibe: Elegant brutality Most Iconic Move: 'Live or die, man?' Once a bitter enemy, now a poetic warrior. Chozen represents the raw power and ancient roots of Okinawan karate. His scenes in Cobra Kai ? Absolute chef's kiss. Mr. Han – The Wounded Master © Sony Pictures. Style: Traditional Chinese Kung Fu Fighting Vibe: Peaceful until provoked — then my goodness Most Iconic Move: One-man beatdown of six bullies in a parking garage — without hurting them Yes, it was kung fu, not karate — but Mr. Han absolutely belongs in the pantheon. Jackie Chan's portrayal is a masterclass in emotional depth : a teacher shaped by grief, fueled by principle, and capable of jaw-dropping control. He didn't just train Dre Parker — he helped him grow up. And with his return in Karate Kid: Legends , his legacy is just getting started. Terry Silver – The Silver Snake © Sony Pictures. Style: Cobra Kai, but unhinged Fighting Vibe: Mind games meets high kicks Most Iconic Move: Weaponised gaslighting The only guy who can terrify you with a smile. Terry Silver is what happens when you combine money, trauma, and too many spinning kicks. A true final boss energy. Julie Pierce – The Forgotten Dragon © Sony Pictures. Style: Miyagi-Do Fighting Vibe: Quiet storm Most Iconic Move: High kicks, higher walls The lone female student of Mr. Miyagi, Julie was intense, raw, and full of potential. Criminally underrated, and honestly? Due for a comeback. Hawk (Eli Moskowitz) – The Mohawk Menace © Sony Pictures. Style: Cobra Kai → Eagle Fang Fighting Vibe: Punk rock fury Most Iconic Move: Kicking guilt in the face He started off as comic relief, and ended up kicking serious butt. Hawk is unpredictable, explosive, and a symbol of inner power gone full throttle. Kreese – The Cobra Commander © Sony Pictures. Style: Strike First™ Karate Fighting Vibe: War vet meets trauma meets no mercy Most Iconic Move: Mentoring villains and giving menacing speeches Kreese is the reason Cobra Kai became Cobra Kai. Whether he's grooming teens into fight machines or throwing fists himself, he's a symbol of brutality masked as strength . Terrifying, sure. But undeniably legendary. Miguel Diaz – The True Successor © Sony Pictures. Style: Johnny's hybrid style Fighting Vibe: Calm, kind, then BAM — knockout Most Iconic Move: That All-Valley victory over Robby Miguel isn't just a student — he's the bridge between eras. Smart, humble, and hella powerful , he's what the future of karate should look like: balanced, adaptable, and hella likeable. A true heir to the legacy of Miyagi, Johnny, and Daniel — all rolled into one. 🥋 So… who's next? With Mr. Han (Jackie Chan) and Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio) teaming up in Karate Kid: Legends , the franchise is about to unite two generations of warriors, philosophies, and fighting styles — kung fu and karate, East and West, pain and redemption — in one explosive film. What happens when legacy meets legacy? When Mr. Miyagi's teachings collide with Mr. Han's wisdom? And who will rise to carry the torch in the next generation? 🎥 There's only one way to find out. © Sony Pictures. 🗓 Watch Karate Kid: Legends in Malaysian cinemas starting 5 June 2025 — and meet the next generation of greatness. Strike first. Strike hard. Strike the popcorn. 🍿 Share your thoughts with us via TRP's . Get more stories like this to your inbox by signing up for our newsletter.
