 |
| Ralph Macchio, Ben Wang & Jackie Chan (r) star in Karate Kid: Legends |
Bad Bait
Rotten Tomatoes Plot: 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.
How do you mess up a @KarateKidMovie that stars Jackie Chan & Ralph Macchio? Keep them out of it. In their place, a pair of unconvincing teen lovebirds (in their mid-20s) sleepwalking through a barrage of over loud music and forced/rushed storylines. By the time the former finally appears, it’s too late. Originality? Subtlety? Why even bother?
Grade: D-