Like countless sequels, The Karate Kid Part II tries upping the stakes without straying too far from formula -- and suffers diminishing returns as a result. Read critic reviews
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The Karate Kid Part II: Official Clip - Daniel's Daring Rescue
The Karate Kid Part II: Official Clip - Saving Sato
The Karate Kid Part II: Official Clip - Breaking the Ice
The Karate Kid Part II: Official Clip - Mr. Miyagi Fights
The Karate Kid Part II: Official Clip - The Japanese Tea Ceremony
The Karate Kid Part II: Official Clip - Mr. Miyagi Says Goodbye
The Karate Kid Part II: Official Clip - Live or Die?
The Karate Kid Part II: Official Clip - Daniel vs. Chozen
The Karate Kid Part II: Official Clip - No Mercy
The Karate Kid Part II: Official Clip - Breathe In, Breathe Out
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After learning that his father is dying, karate master Mr. Miyagi (Noriyuki "Pat" Morita) returns home to Okinawa, bringing his protege, Daniel (Ralph Macchio), with him. In Japan, Miyagi is surprised to discover that his old sweetheart, Yukie (Nobu McCarthy), has remained single. Meanwhile, Daniel is attracted to Yukie's niece, Kumiko (Tamlyn Tomita). But romance must be put on hold while Daniel and Miyagi deal with local bullies and long-harbored grudges.
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Rating: PG
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Genre: Drama
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Original Language: English
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Director: John G. Avildsen
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Producer: Jerry Weintraub
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Writer: Robert Mark Kamen
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Release Date (Theaters): original
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Release Date (Streaming):
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Box Office (Gross USA): $112.1M
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Runtime:
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Distributor: Columbia Pictures
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Production Co: Columbia Pictures Corporation
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Sound Mix: Surround, Stereo
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Sequel to The Karate Kid is a mediocre follow-up and quite frankly unnecessary sequel to a great film. This entry is boring and it is more tedious, lazy in its concept, plot and direction, as if the filmmakers didn't care how this one turned out. As far as they were concerned, they already made a great film, so why even try? They tried to differ with a new idea, but it just didn't work. Not even director John G. Avildsen was able to direct a good follow-up to his first Karate Kid movie. This is a pointless entry and it shows. There just isn't any compelling material at work on-screen to really make it stand out as an inspiring film. I was really disappointed in this film, and I did expect a lot more out of it a swell. If only they would have rewritten the script a few more times, maybe the film would have a better chance of being actually a good, entertaining family film. Stick with the first film, as this one misses the mark, and it could have been much better than what it turned out to be. I think it's a shame because the first film was so good, fun, memorable, inspiring and this one just ends up being a tiresome affair that doesn't offer anything really interesting for the viewer. I think it had so much potential, but ultimately, it failed at being the film it should have been. The Karate Kid Part 2 is a prime example of a sequel that fails to deliver what the first one did so well. Simply put a poorly constructed work that really leaves a lot to be desired.
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The Karate Kid Part II delivers another compelling and dramatic adventure. The story continues as Daniel and Miyagi go to Japan after receiving news that Miyagi's father has fallen deathly ill. The acting is fairly good and the writing is also well-done. There's a sincerity and heart to the film that comes through in the Daniel/Miyagi relationship. And again, the film delivers another unforgettable theme song; Peter Cetera's "Glory of Love." While The Karate Kid Part II doesn't quite live up the original, it still provides an entertaining and enjoyable tale of courage and friendship.
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There is more going on in this movie than the last one, actually I didn't write everything in that summary, but it's easy enough to follow when you watch it. The stakes in this film are higher than the last, making it exciting as well as more complicated. The characters don't change, thankfully, so it's a good, natural continuation to the story. The only part I didn't like was the ending. Although the film is long enough, it leaves you feeling that there could be more that happens next. I hope by seeing the third I will see what happens next, though. It's a very beautiful movie too, set in Japan, with good cinematography. Overall, I really liked it.
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Stupid, Lame, Boring, and predictable. Now the first film was somewhat lame but it was okay, but this wasn't
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