Amazon.com: A sizable hit with both teen audiences and sports-themed movie enthusiasts, 1984's The Karate Kid had the right combination of heart and action to spawn three sequels of varying quality between 1986 and 1994; all four features have been packaged together in this three-disc set. Though plot elements varied from film to film, the core story (and the series' greatest strength) remained the same--the relationship between a wise Japanese martial arts teacher (skillfully underplayed by comedian Pat Morita) and his young American student (Ralph Macchio in the first three films, and future Oscar winner Hilary Swank in the final entry, The Next Karate Kid). The first of the Morita/Macchio matchups remains the best of the four features, with excellent performances from both leads and director John G. Avildsen (who also handled Rocky and the first two Kid sequels) expertly balancing the emotional moments with the pure excitement of the martial arts tournament that serves as its finale.
The subsequent sequels with Macchio seemed pulpier (especially The Karate Kid, Part II, with its rekindled wartime romance subplot), and the inevitable come-from-behind competitions lacking the impact of the original; 1994's The Next Karate Kid (directed by Christopher Cain) put a slight spin on the formula by replacing Macchio with belligerent teen Swank, but it too seems like a retread of the first film. Still, the messages inherent to each film--finding one's inner strength, trusting your heart--should ring true to new generations of younger viewers. Fans may find the Collection light on supplemental features--while all four films are presented in anamorphic widescreen format, only the original (which was previously released in pan-and-scan only) offers commentary by Avildsen, Macchio and Morita and several making-of featurettes; the three sequels, packed into two discs, offer no extras. --Paul Gaita
Product Description: Presenting the complete KARATE KID COLLECTION a rousing collection of four uplifting coming-of-age adventures that will leave you cheering! Two teenagers learn important lessons in life friendship and the art of self-defense from their wise mentor Mr. Miyagi. Starring Ralph Macchio Oscar®-nominated Noriyuki "Pat" Morita (Best Supporting Actor THE KARATE KID 1984) and Academy Award®-winner Hillary Swank (Best Actress Boys Don't Cry 1999).Format: DVD MOVIE Genre: DRAMA UPC: 043396047280 Manufacturer No: 04728
Excellent family movies full of morals You can't go wrong with the Karate Kid. Only problem is some of the discs are mislabled. KK3 is actually the next KK. I was able to correct this with a permanent marker.
Great Movies Great Movies - recommended for all ages - look for the kid all grown up as a lawyer on Law & Order (occasionally)
none I never got the movie, i don't know what happen, but it's suck, because i'm here in Iraq, and in my free time i like to watch movies, but i never receive the karate kid collection.
my husband loves The karate kid, one of my husbands all time favorite set of movies. What can I say, he's a big 80's fan. So I bought this set as a v-day gift this year. First of all brand new and with shipping I paid at least $5 less then I saw it anywhere alse. Second it turns out my 7 year old loves the movies to, so bonus. I love amazon
Karate Kid Boxed Set (WS) I am pleased with it. Don't be alarmed that there are only 3 discs in the set, KKIII and Next KK are combined on one DVD. This set took me back to the 80's, and to see it again, in DVD quality and in widescreen format, I think it's great. I recommend for any Karate Kid fan.
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