Focus, Daniel-san! Karate Kid
February 28th 2008 03:27
Karate was huge in the 80’s.
I was one of a million kids who decided to take up lessons after seeing Daniel-san single handedly kick the crap out of Cobra Kai back in ’85.
I’ve gone back to karate several times over the years, and although it has lost a lot of its practical respect in the martial arts world and has fallen to trends like Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and kickboxing, it still holds a special place in my heart.
It was about honor and respect.
With the exception of Chuck Norris, who has reached cult status, all of the karate heroes have been long forgotten.
However, every time I visit my young nephews they race over to give me a roundhouse in the shin, or a good uppercut to my gut. I know there is still life left in the 2000 year old sport.
TMNT has made a more than modest comeback, and apparently has led to renewed interest in The Kid.
It puts my mind at ease when I know the next generation will know how to wax the car.
(Note: For all the long-time fans of The Kid, you must check out No More Kings’ music video to their song ‘Sweep the Leg’ (SEE BELOW) It’s said to be "the Citizen Kane of online comedy videos". The video is a humorous reunion of the 1984 film, and features the entire original male cast except for the late Pat Morita, who portrayed Mr. Miyagi in the film.)
‘Put him in a body bag Johnny, yeah!’
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Comment by Nomad
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awesome dude
Comment by Krystal
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You did start with a good score, didn't you?
Comment by Sven Topp
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I never did take up Karate myself but ended up doing Tae Kwon Do.
What about "Monkey" anyone? I do rememb er that I used to have his stick and I used to treasure it to death.
Comment by Daniel-san
Loved Monkey Magic too.
You did start with a good score, didn't you? - huh?
JBL
Comment by ChrisC
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Comment by Mike Crowl
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The Karate Kid I was one of the favourite movies round our house for years; the two sequels weren't quite up to the standard but they still had their moments.
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Comment by Captain Kill
love the blog
Comment by Harry
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Comment by Mr Nice Guy
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The film clip is funny stuff.
MNG
Comment by DinoX
They sure dont make em like that anymore.
I started karate after watching this movie back in the day, and now I teach it!
Every boy should have to watch this movie.
Comment by Lilla
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I can remember waiting - what seemed like - an eternity for the sequal ... which really blew me away: every bit as good as the original... even part 3 didn't loose it's charm for me.
Good call, another classic 80's memory to leave a warm fuzzy feeling.
Lilla ...
Comment by rosey3223
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I love that music video!!!
Comment by charles
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I heard a while back that they were considering a re-make of Karate Kid...with Jackie Chan as Mr. Miyagi...
Comment by Lilla
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Can you imagine it? No way he could keep it straight...could he?