Karate Kid: The moment of truth
No doubt about it, Jaden Smith has the comedic flair of his Dad, Will Smith. He could be even better, given the right projects and training.
And Jacky Chan hasn’t lost his touch. Not a bit.
Like what I said in my other blog, I didn’t care that it was Kung Fu and that the title Karate Kid was a misnomer.
I was finally able to watch it this afternoon with the kids, and I’m glad we did.
Dre (Jaden Smith) and Mr. Han (Jacky Chan) were the counterparts of Daniel (Ralph Macchio) and Mr. Miyagi (Pat Morita) in the original Karate Kid back in 1984.
Needless to say, the movie plays on the time-tested storyline – the underdog going against all the odds, getting support and inspiration from an unexpected ally/teacher, eventually rising up and emerging victorious, and in the end getting all the recognition and respect he was fighting for.
Oh yes, and of course, the girl of his dream.
Well, the movie has that and all. In fact, it followed the same storyline as that of the original. But I really love how the story progressed. And I just love the comic timing of Jaden. I won’t be surprised if he will be included in future installments of MIB or maybe become the Son of Hancock, who knows?
It was a fun movie, but definitely not lacking in values. It’s one of those movies where you will feel good as you leave the cinema.
And yes, those who are looking for the famous Karate Kid stance, you know the raised leg Crane Kick, it’s definitely part of the movie, albeit a modified version. And that’s all I can say, lest I be branded a spoiler by those who haven’t watched it yet.
There’s only one funny thing that I cannot explain though – all throughout the movie and after we left the movie house, and even as I am writing this post, the song Moment Of Truth keeps on playing on my mind.
Tags: Beijing, China, competitin, Dre Parker, Jacky Chan, Jaden Smith, Karate Kid, Kung Fu, martial arts, Movie, Mr. Han, training, triumph, underdog
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Buti ka pa sir you had the chance na mapanood. I am back to my old life..Sa bahay nalang na naman…hehheehhe
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I watched the movie with wifey. It was the first time that I watched a movie here in Metro Manila. I think that this Jacky Chan movie will NOT be as memorable at that of Ralph Macchio and Pat Morita. My mind is even replaying scenes of the original movie, while for this one, I couldn’t recall a scene worth remembering.
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Hi Roy, just watch it this morning with my wifey. Mahal na pala ng sine ngayun. hehehe
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