The Karate Kid

  • 2010


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Positive Reviews 129
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Average Rating 3.2/5
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2.5
That the film works as well as it doesas an attractive, rousing time passer for childrenspeaks more to the endurance of a good formula than its revita .. Av Club
3.0
That the film works as well as it doesas an attractive, rousing time passer for childrenspeaks more to the endurance of a good formula than its revita .. Av Club
1.5
What is todays svelte, funky iPad is tomorrows titter inducing landfill. Den Of Geek
1.5
It should make you feel sorry for him, but it just made me dislike him. Den Of Geek
3.0
(Yes, they should have called it The Kung Fu Kid but you dont mess with brand titles like this one.) EW
4.4
But here is a lovely and well made film that stands on its own feet. Rogerebert
3.0
They may not have some of the humorous exchanges (or lines) that made Ralph Macchio and Pat Morita so lovable, but their friendship is believable and .. Common Sense Media
4.5
Its a sign of that pics dramatic durability that Kid manages to be as absorbing as it is, despite its nearly 2 1/2 hour running time. Variety
1.5
I havent seen the original but I still knew exactly how it would all end up. We Got This Covered
4.5
The intense remake by Zwart (One Night at McCools) isnt likely to take the gleam off Avildsens Kid, but its directed with sympathetic panache and arre .. Austin Chronicle
1.9
This new Karate Kid bluffs its way through the motions and never manages to invest a shred of conviction in its banal paint by numbers stock plot.
3.8
The result is a handsome movie that delivers playful nods to its predecessor.
3.0
It also benefits tremendously from Christopher Murpheys deliberate and fine script, which takes its time setting up the story and then hits all the ri ..
4.5
Daniel complains that he isnt learning karate, hes acting as free labor. Rogerebert
1.9
Daniel LaRusso and Mr. Miyagi earned their iconic status with a poignant friendship for the ages. I doubt very strongly in 25 years if kids today will .. E Film Critic
3.0
Most bizarrely, this isnt a film about karate at all; its about the Chinese discipline of kung fu.You know, the one that pandas are good at. Telegraph
3.0
The Karate Kid is a kung fu kick of a film that hits more than it misses, with its fresh prince of Beijing in Jaden Smith, its scene stealing grand ma ..
4.4
But theres no messing around with iconic titles, so The Karate Kid it is: a fine, fun remake of a movie that updates, transplants and reimagines the o .. San Francisco Chronicle
3.0
Smith might be the focus, but while hes got the charisma and the moves, its Chan who makes it punch above its weight.Nice scenery too.
3.5
Cinematographer Roger Pratt captures the city and the surrounding countryside beautifully, but precious little of it serves the films rote story. Cinema Blend
3.5
Yet like the way Han kills a fly with a swatter instead of catching it with chopsticks, the film replaces finesse with hit you over the head might. Ny Daily News
4.0
I enjoyed the heck out of Karate Kid, and if you like Chan, and can get over the fact that this is a remake of a childhood favorite, you should check .. JoBlo
3.5
While not as good as the original, The Karate Kid should please an audience hungry for family friendly fare. Screen Rant
2.5
Your kids can enjoy some culturally instructive scenery between the flying head kicks. The Globe And Mail
3.0
It may be as much a summer sleeper as any branded remake could be. Philly
3.8
The kung fu sequences, although enjoyable, probably would not make the Jackie Chan Top 10. Philly
3.0
The film does have a lot to offer to young adults, but fails to rise to cult status.
4.0
This unassuming and quiet fellow is the maintenance man for the building and also happens to be a gifted kung fu master. Spirituality And Practice
3.0
While this Kid should be engaging enough for those coming to the tale for the first time, it certainly wont efface memories of the original. One Guys Opinion
3.1
In many ways, The Karate Kid is the perfect remake: faithful to the source material in large part yet offering enough nuanced differences to allow it .. ReelViews
2.5
This is a smart departure for Chan, whos been wasting his talent in mediocre comedies; the other actors dont fare as well. Chicago Reader
3.1
It follows the route of respectful homage and rarely steps out on its own feet. Mark Reviews Movies
3.0
The famous stork stance is shadowed in a kung fu ritual where a female master engages a cobra on a temple pinnacle that is quite stunning.It must be s ..
3.8
While faithful in spirit to the modest 1984 original, this bigger budget remake occasionally goes too far in its aim to be more epic. Usa Today
1.3
And although Jackie Chan delivers an impressively complex performance and manages to put his own spin on Pat Moritas iconic Mr. Miyagi, The Karate Kid .. Reel Film Reviews
3.0
The film is too long at over two hours and it spends too much time on all elements of the film. Lariat
2.0
The characters call it kung fu.The film is set in China, which is where kung fu is practiced. Eric Ds Nider
3.3
The enjoyable remake emulates that camaraderie and has an epic ending of its own. News Review
3.5
While that makes it seem more realistic, it does have a certain wince factor that could easily take some viewers out of enjoying the film (although it .. Screen It
2.0
How Harald Zwart, the director, justified bulking the film up to 140 minutes defies understanding. Independent
2.5
For a movie whose outcome is never in doubt, the padding is punishing. Rolling Stone
3.0
But Zwart keeps energy levels high and fills the screen with witty elements that keep us from getting bored even as things stretch out far too long. Shadows On The Wall
3.5
Its not enough to describe Dead Man as simply an anti western; its an iconoclastic deconstruction of late 19th Century American values and mores, many .. Pop Matters
4.0
Its also deceptively clever jacket on, jacket off initially seems like a lazy replacement for the originals wax on, wax off, but it has two terrific p .. View London
3.0
I realize this is not an overwhelmingly reality based movie but still. Cs Monitor
1.9
A popcorn picture that thinks its The Last Emperor, The Karate Kid is about as likely to grab your youngsters attention as any other propaganda film m .. New York Post
1.5
Aug 15, 2011 12:21 IST Hollywood actress Cameron Diaz says she would like to work in Bollywood but finds it too tough for herself. Hindustan Times
3.5
And in terms of enticing visuals, its hard to beat the dazzling panoramas of what for most Westerners remains an exotic landparticularly the stunning .. Film Journal International ..
3.8
Like its predecessor, the film is a tad on the long side it runs more than two hours. Deseret News (Salt Lake Ci ..
3.8
The one thing that should have been changed but hasnt is the title, which makes no sense at all in a movie about kung fu. Boston
3.0
But for the Chinese, the clincher may have been the films amiably matter of fact depiction of the pleasures of everyday life in Beijing. Smh
2.5
The remake is equally farfetched, but lacks the innocence that made the first film so likable. Star Tribune
4.5
Which is sorta sad.I know Chan is getting old, but kung fu ing kids
1.0
Karate! Kung fu! Whatever! says Mom. Exactly!... The important thing is that the cute little American kid will teach the Chinese ignoramuses a thing o ..
1.9
But this may be a hidden blessing, because the basic story is strong enough to survive even a half baked remake like this. Toronto Star
3.0
Like the 1984 film, this version is formualic and pedictable, but and it lacks the warmth and vulnerability that Ralph Macchio generated in playing a .. Emanuellevy
3.0
China is simply a modish backdrop for a rock solid slice of family friendly entertainment. Guardian
4.0
As expected, Dre and Cheng end up vying for the trophy in an exciting kung fu tournament. Reel Talk Reviews
3.8
Sicario: Day of the Soldado Throughout Sicario: Day of the Soldado, characters talk about things needing to be clean, which pretty much means that a l .. Q Network
3.5
Its a movie that is so meticulously built to appeal to audiences and tickle every emotion possible, that its so much more a marketing gimmick than it .. Cinema Crazed
4.5
It was resonant in the gung ho 80s, and its a notion every generation deserves to discover anew. Based on the young Smiths considerable wattage, this .. Salon
4.0
It would be hard to sell a teen movie without at least a little sex, but Dre Parker can have a PG rated romance that culminates in a chaste peck. Slate
3.0
Give it time, and this remake, too, will seem dated, but its coming of age story has a timeless appeal. Eye For Film
3.0
But for youngsters looking to live out a wish fulfilment about underdogs overcoming their bullies, it should do fine.
3.5
While Roger Pratts cinematography is stunning, two and a half hours of sight seeing in the Forbidden City, the Wudang Mountains and the Great Wall is .. Susang Ranger
1.0
Its like something out of No Holds Barred.The key to winning them is, of course, to break out the striking cobra move you saw a master martial artist .. Movies
3.0
My minimum age for watching a kid get his bones broken and make out with girls is at least 15. Movies
2.0
At times, the film feels more a marketing campaign than a piece of entertainment. Flim Threet
2.0
Goodbye, Mr. Miyagi. Hello, Mr. Han. If you thought no one could possibly replace Ralph Macchio and Pat Morita in your hearts as the stars of the cher .. Boston Herald
3.0
Unnecessarily long and filled with picture postcard images of the Great Wall and the Forbidden City, The Karate Kid still works on a basic level of ch .. Express
3.5
The original isnt as great as some people remember it, but its a real crowd pleaser that stands as one of the definitive underdog sports dramas in cin .. Bullz-Eye
2.0
One of the most enjoyable things about watching Jackie Chans fight sequences in movies is seeing how playful he can be. Las Vegas Weekly
3.0
I long ago gave up hand wringing about Hollywoods preoccupation with remakes. Hollywood
5.0
I cringed when I saw the 2:20 run time, but this is terrifically entertaining, full of fine performances and wonderful scenery. Tony Medley
3.0
But not all that shines is gold.At well over two hours long The Karate Kid feels bloated while nonetheless managing to leave thematic threads dangling .. Coles Mithey
3.1
Still, as far as pointless remakes go (and this one admittedly barely qualifies as a remake in the first place) there are more plusses than minuses as .. Movie Freak
4.5
Those looking to this as an action movie may be disappointed by the minimal amount of actual kung fu fighting.
3.5
... the best English language performance ever by Jackie Chan... makes it hard to argue with the idea that remakes can, indeed, wring fresh life out o .. Hit Fix
3.0
Performances are also quite accomplished for an all ages production. Herald Sun
3.8
(Some of it has been ditched, too the movies been cut since its first screening, leaving some continuity confusion.).But the film still delivers. Nj
1.5
The twelve year old love story and subsequent jealousy is awkward and not very believable. 7M Pictures
3.0
But I think formula can play if its executed with charm, good humor and grounded performances. Oregon Live
3.0
Hes cute, he totally masters the kung fu, and hes clearly working hard. E Online
3.0
Surprisingly serious, showcasing the natural beauty of the shooting location, great martial arts, and good to great performances that tell a universal .. Film School Rejects
4.5
What really makes this film feel fresh are the performances from Jackie Chan and new kid on the block, Jaden Smith. Will Smith and wife Jada Pinkett S .. Film Ink
2.5
The film becomes less interesting as the predictable climax approaches, and the acting isnt strong enough to redeem the tired material. The Age
3.5
This Karate Kid may not feature any karate and may be recycling a story that was already old when John Avildsen filched it for the original movie, but .. Maki At The Movies
3.5
The Karate Kid remake is a perfect example its thrilling, entertaining, has a solid story, and riveting roles.
3.0
For once, the term reimagining isnt an alibi for exploiting a familiar title; its an apt description of how director Harald Zwart tweaks the originals .. Tamp A Bay
3.0
Perhaps it lacks the simplicity that made the original such a compelling popcorn movie, but theres an ambition to the updated cross cultural story tha .. Abc
2.5
The original film was long at 126 minutes; this is egregiously long at 141 mins a ridiculous length for this kind of film. Abc
4.0
Thrilling action, well timed humour and a strong moral heart help to justify the slightly overlong length of the movie. Digital Spy
2.0
Although the ever reliable Chans on hand to dispense hard won wushu wisdom, Harold Zwarts awkward update brings little else to the ring. Flicks
2.0
While nobodys going to blame the failure of a major Hollywood movie on a pre teen, theres no denying Smiths character could use a bit of a smack. Sulk .. Flicks
3.0
Yes, its called The Karate Kid, but its all about Kung Fu.Lets get the nits out of the way: Its too long. Cleve Land
3.1
Also the same: its formulaic underdog story and overwhelming predictability. Dustin Put Man
4.2
But its a movie of modest returns, and one wonders how moviegoers unfamiliar with the original will receive it. Ar Kansas Online
2.5
Despite being almost a scene for scene remake of the 1984 original, The Karate Kid misses the charm and warmth of the first film. Larsen On Film
3.8
But its not bad, either, and the reaction of youngsters at the screening I attended suggests viewers who havent seen the original will definitely enjo .. Christianity Today
1.5
Theres something unsettling, even creepy, about the kung fu tournament...they fight like theyre trying to emulate the violence of the more graphic mar .. Hollywood And Fine
3.0
Jaden Smith is the perfect mix of cockiness and vulnerability and, taking after his old man Will, the kid can deliver the funnies too. The Sun
4.0
Not moving isnt an option, what with the economy being what it is, and what with the unemployment rate in Detroit being even moreso, but Sherri is det .. Killer Movie Reviews
2.0
1984s The Karate Kid is a classic.Its timeless, and has been enchanting audiences for the last 26 years with its purity of heart, meaty characterizati .. Brian Or Ndorf
2.5
Its incredibly perfunctory and lacks the remotest hint of sparkle; and thats actually enough to put it a bit ahead of the pack in this, the most grote .. Antagony & Ecstasy
3.8
While The Karate Kid 2010 doesnt have quite the charm and entertainment value of its predecessor, it far exceeds any of the originals sequels and is a ..
2.9
At a running time of just under 2 hours, The A Team is a mindlessly entertaining blockbuster brimming with thrilling action sequences and delightfully .. Nyc Movie Guru
3.1
But hes a little too young to be believable in the romance portion of the story, regardless of how chaste it all turns out to be. Js Online
3.8
The emotion feels genuine here, and its a film the entire family can go see and enjoy. Movie Crypt
4.4
Maybe, but after having seen it, I can assure you that whatever the producers intentions were, the end result is such a wonderful time at the movies t .. Montreal Film Journal
2.0
Synopsis Jaden son of Will Smith steps into a very large pair of shoes to play the bullied youngster who learns to fight back in style in this hit rem .. Sky
3.8
Its not one of those rare untouchable bits of classic cinema, but it was good enough the first time, and iconic to a generation of Pac Man adherents w .. No La
1.5
A beat for beat remake of the 1984 underdog story and almost as effective a crowd pleaser. Or Lando Weekly
3.0
Both actors hooked me into this remake, managing to make me feel both nostalgic and surprised at the same time. This isnt just one of the better remak .. Bowling Green Daily News
3.0
Thats pretty much what Jack Blacks panda protagonist taught his students in the Kung Fu Panda direct to video sequel Secrets of the Furious Five. Decent Films
3.5
But it was a solid coming of age story that was genuinely inspiring, exciting and thanks to the wonderful performances from Macchio and Morita heartfe .. Streaming Quickflix
5.0
Yet the results are startlingly original, if occasionally overambitious. Wsj
2.5
Sometimes I think studio heads and producers have retreats where they just get high and laugh themselves silly thinking about how they can mess with u .. Jam! Movies
2.5
The screenplay gives Dre way too many dumb things to say while needlessly stretching out the entire story into a film that runs overly long at 132 min ..
3.8
Im shocked. Its good. Its pretty close to being really, really good (at 132 minutes, its about a half hour too long).
4.5
The Karate Kid just won the award for surprise of the year. Its good.
3.0
While I hardly hold the 1984 original on the same pedestal as many others my age, I regard it as one of the finest underdog movies ever. From The Balcony
3.0
No one will call it a classic a quarter century down the line, but this summer its a pleasure old fashioned, deliberate and unpretentious. Film Blather
4.0
Happily, what they have wrought is not an exercise in rich and famous nepotism its a showcase for a worthy heir.The kung fu kid delivers. M Tv
3.0
Appreciation of the film will come most strongly from those who have either never seen the original, or who have a nostalgic memory of it locked somew .. Fan The Fire Magazine
4.4
This enjoyable and entertaining movie is filled with poignant emotional moments. Entertainment Spectrum
3.8
To its credit, Harald Zwarts update of the 1984 hit The Karate Kid, which transplants the post Rocky template into China, doesnt leave you asking, Why Boston Phoenix
3.5
WHOS IT FOR: The age of the protagonist is lowered from the original to appeal to even younger boys.This is fine, but the stylized fighting can be pre .. The Scorecard Review
3.5
Its kind of a shame that this era of movies is going to be marked by that style. Can Mag
3.0
The Karate Kid is precisely the sort of rousing, stand up and cheer, feel good entertainment movie audiences have been starved for this summer. Detroit News
3.0
But Daniels crane kick is a way cooler finishing move than the one Dre is given here.. Movies Ign
1.9
Moving from home marks the end of the world.A thirteen hour flight is impossibly long. Movie Martyr
2.0
Forget menacing fighters, Jaden Smith and Jackie Chans biggest challenge is formula Metro Times
4.4
He doesnt disappoint and while this Kid gives us nothing new narratively, its story is genuinely moving and inspiring, a rare commodity in this lacklu .. Illinois Times
2.5
The racial and geographical changes inevitably call into question why Dre is picked on in the first place ... and reinforces Asian stereotypes. Metromix.com
5.0
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3.8
Manages to respectfully adapt and, in some spots, improve on an influential classic as it retells for another generation an inspirational story thats .. Hollywood News
3.0
As far as remakes go, its not the best out there, but its definitely a worthy effort and a fine display of Chan and Smiths skills, both as dramatic ac .. Week In Rewind
2.5
Yes, the fight scenes are pretty cool. Sadly theres another 2 hours worth of film that isnt. Crazed Fan Boy
4.5
Quite possibly the crowd pleasingest movie Ive seen all year, The Karate Kid masterfully captures the charm and humanity of the 1984 original Cinematical
3.0
This years Kid lacks the light hearted buoyancy of the original; its heavier with loss and a particularly vicious cruelty. MSN Movies
3.0
it is a pleasure to see the match of the dedicated, courageous young man and the wise teacher work as well for the performers as it does for the chara .. Movie Mom
3.5
Watching The Karate Kids franchise reboot is a little like running into your old crush at a middle school reunion: Warmly familiar and yet altered eno .. Movie Line
3.0
However, what it lacks in brevity or freshness it makes up for in heartfelt emotion. Liver Pool Echo
3.8
Taken on its own terms, the remake succeeds as a slick, button pushing crowd pleaser, and is certain to engross kids who are near the age of the title .. Gomemphis
1.9
By the time Dre trains for the championship, the film has exhausted its audiences patience.And be forewarned, there are levels of violence in this fil .. Dwight Brown Ink
3.5
This new version perfectly captures the emotional beats of the first film. It is respectful to what came before it without making the mistake that tha .. Brandon Fibbs
4.0
Its a brilliant work of cinema, perfectly cast and meticulously executed. Blu Ray Ign
4.0
On balance, this new version is probably a bit better than the original. News Of The World
4.0
Shockingly, The Karate Kid actually delivers a great story with great fight sequences and great heart. I found myself clapping and cheering at the end ..
3.5
With twenty or thirty minutes cut out The Karate Kid could be a grade A piece of entertainment; at this lumbering length its too logey to truly compet .. Chud
2.0
The short story is: The Karate Kid is basically exactly as youd expect. Ultra Culture
2.5
The new Karate Kid attempts to walk the walk and talk the talk of its predecessor, but theres a hollowness to this remake where its heart should be. Nyc Film Critic
2.0
The Karate Kid is lacking originality that could have made it as powerful as the original. Jo Reviews
3.8
The new Karate Kid changes the scenery and targeted demographic but its still a thrill to see the bully take his medicine. Washington Times
4.5
This remake is fun, lighthearted and enormously entertaining. A great family film. Big Hollywood
3.1
But that kind of beat down of a sweet faced preteen takes a lot of fun out the movie. Jackson Ville
1.5
The new version of The Karate Kid would be easier to root for if it wasnt such an obvious attempt to cash in on 80s nostalgia and expand the Will and .. News Ok
3.8
Its formulaic and a little long winded, but the pay off is still worth it. The Movie Kit
1.5
A constant fight of one kick forward, one kick backward when it comes to overall quality but it ends on the front foot and so barely works by virtue o .. Movie Retriever
5.0
What should have been yet another unnecessary, not as good as the original is actually miles, miles better. Daily Mirror (UK)
3.0
The result is a raucous little crowd pleaser thatll entertain 6 to 60 and might even encourage a few of the more doughy audience members to get off th .. Franks Reel Reviews
2.0
Dre learns most of his kung fu chops by taking his jacket on and off for days on end ... because nothing says intense martial arts training like slipp ..
3.1
Theres no truth to the rumor that Will and Jada plan to next cast Jaden in a remake of Citizen Kane.
2.5
Pat Morita must be spinning in his grave right now faster than a dreidel on Hanukkah. And if Ralph Macchio were dead too, his body would surely be doi .. Wd Times
2.0
Just the awkward sight of a precocious, overly confident kid with limited natural ability and not enough technical skill being pushed front and centre .. Scotsman
4.5
There is the impression, deadly to the sense of fun, that the talent here actually thought they were remaking a classic. City Pages
3.5
Bad Teacher Dre asks Mr. Han to teach him kung fu, but Mr. Han isnt looking for a student. KW
3.0
Because really, this might be your best bet for popcorn entertainment this weekend. The National
3.8
The good news is it may lead the young and dumb to the original 1984 film, one of the finest pieces of cinema ever constructed.
2.5
Fine, but why not call your movie The Kung Fu Kid and leave The Karate Kid alone Perth Now
0.2
Rooting against The Karate Kid sequel is easier than rooting against an ex on a game show poised to win a yacht that will likely be christened, (Your ..
3.1
Does the new version surpass its predecessor in any way No. It takes the same story and feeds it back to us more or less intact, with only a few super .. 7X7
4.5
The vastly increased production values might have destroyed the heart that made the modestly budgeted original so popular. Chan... gives the film the ..
3.0
At two hours plus the film is much too long (do we really need that many montages of seeing Smith train), but it just manages to provide enough watcha .. Baltic Times
3.0
With Jaden Smith as the new title star and Jackie Chan taking on the role of mentor this version has fresh blood and new appeal to a degree but with a .. Back Stage
3.0
The remake of The Karate Kid impresses with its craft and its patience. eye WEEKLY
4.0
If youre too young to really recall the original version, The Karate Kid is an excellent coming of age sports film filled with heart and humor that do .. Wildsound Filmmaking Feedb ..
3.8
Its Smith who sells Dres realization the same revelation all children have one day, that they are not the center of the universe but only a young star .. Tech Land
0.5
Laziness permeates every moment of director Harald Zwarts new version of The Karate Kid.



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