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Karate Kid: Legends Movie Review

admin — Wed, 04 Jun 2025 16:44:26 +0000

With so many having fond memories of the original Karate Kid film that was released over forty years ago, this reboot has some big shoes to fill. Fortunately, this version wins the viewer over with a solid storyline, a pleasing bit of nostalgia and actors capable of the needed physicality to make the fight scenes both visceral and engaging.

Ben Wang is outstanding as the new young lead and his innate reserve and charm make him a hero very easy to get behind. Having Jackie Chan as his mentor this time goes a long way to overcome the sadness of Pat Morita’s passing and the return of the original kid Ralph Macchio offers a pleasant bit of sentimentality.

The story this time is set in New York and as always, the great city and its people play an important role and provide both colourful characters and scenery. Li Fong (Wang) and his Doctor mother played by Ming-Na Wen (Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.) are transplanted from China to New York City so she can take up a residency at a local Hospital. They are also leaving some tragic memories behind.

The film’s most outstanding feature is how well-choreographed the fight sequences are. They are very exciting and take full advantage of the cast’s prowess at martial arts and in-ring boxing. As an ensemble, they also jell quite nicely. The sides drawn between good and bad lack all ambiguity and this aids in choosing which camp to support. This also leads to the expected and satisfying conclusion. This is a work that is very easy to like.
Rob Hudson
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Watch Jackie Chan, Ralph Macchio & Ben Wang in the new trailer for Karate Kid: Legends!

admin — Sun, 06 Apr 2025 16:27:58 +0000

Karate Kid: Legends unites the iconic martial arts masters of one of the most beloved film franchises of all time to tell a completely new story full of action and heart.

When kung fu prodigy Li Fong (Ben Wang) relocates to New York City with his mother to attend a prestigious new school, he finds solace in a new friendship with a classmate and her father.

But his newfound peace is short-lived after he attracts unwanted attention from a formidable local karate champion.

Driven by a desire to defend himself, Li embarks on a journey to enter the ultimate karate competition.

Guided by the wisdom of his kung fu teacher, Mr. Han (Jackie Chan), and the legendary Karate Kid, Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio), Li merges their unique styles to prepare for an epic martial arts showdown.

Starring Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio, Ben Wang, Joshua Jackson, Sadie Stanley, Ming-Na Wen, Karate Kid: Legends will be released in Aussie Cinemas June 5!
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Check out the trailer for Karate Kid: Legends – starring Jackie Chan, Ralph Macchio & Ben Wang!

admin — Sun, 22 Dec 2024 16:50:38 +0000

In Karate Kid: Legends, after a family tragedy, kung fu prodigy Li Fong (Ben Wang) is uprooted from his home in Beijing and forced to move to New York City with his mother.

Li struggles to let go of his past as he tries to fit in with his new classmates, and although he doesn’t want to fight, trouble seems to find him everywhere.

When a new friend needs his help, Li enters a karate competition – but his skills alone aren’t enough.

Li’s kung fu teacher Mr. Han (Jackie Chan) enlists original Karate Kid Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio) for help, and Li learns a new way to fight, merging their two styles into one for the ultimate martial arts showdown.

Starring Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio, Ben Wang, Joshua Jackson, Sadie Stanley, Ming-Na Wen, Karate Kid: Legends will be released in Aussie Cinemas May 29, 2025!
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