Join media professors Dr. Jeffrey Smith, Buddy Allman, and Chad Roberts as they bring to light films that might have escaped the notice of the younger generations but should definitely be seen! And while Jeff and Buddy have been film geeks for decades, Chad's new to the passion, so you'll get both an experienced and a new perspective on some of the greatest movies ever made!
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Join media professors Dr. Jeffrey Smith, Buddy Allman, and Chad Roberts as they bring to light films that might have escaped the notice of the younger generations but should definitely be seen! And while Jeff and Buddy have been film geeks for decades, Chad's new to the passion, so you'll get both an experienced and a new perspective on some of the greatest movies ever made!
In honor of the joining of two great movies in "Karate Kid: Legends," which came out on May 30th, 2025, we're looking at the two films that gave us the new film! First up, directed by John G. Avildsen, 1984's "The Karate Kid" introduced audiences to the story that would become an enduring franchise. Fifteen-year-old Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio) and his mother, Lucille (Randee Heller) have left their home in New Jersey and moved across the country to Los Angeles. After getting invited to a beach party by another teen who lives in the same apartment, Daniel meets Ali Millis (Elisabeth Shue) and the attraction is immediate. Unfortunately, her ex-boyfriend Johnny Lawrence (William Zabka) arrives and takes exception to Daniel's interest in Ali and beats him up. Meanwhile, back at his apartment, Daniel meets the handyman Mr. Miyagi (Pat Morita), who sees the young man struggling and teaches him the art of Bonsai. After Daniel exacts some minor revenge on Johnny and his pack, they beat Daniel unconscious, but Mr. Miyagi intervenes and sends the bullies packing. The next day, after attempting to forge peace with the sensei of the Cobra Kai dojo, John Kreese (Martin Kove), Mr. Miyagi agrees that Daniel and the bullies will settle their differences in the upcoming karate tournament. But will Daniel be ready to face the forces of Cobra Kai in time for the competition?
Two Geeks and a GIT Classic Movie Reviews
Join media professors Dr. Jeffrey Smith, Buddy Allman, and Chad Roberts as they bring to light films that might have escaped the notice of the younger generations but should definitely be seen! And while Jeff and Buddy have been film geeks for decades, Chad's new to the passion, so you'll get both an experienced and a new perspective on some of the greatest movies ever made!
