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Movie: The Karate Kid

When his mother's career results in a move to China, 12-year-old Dre Parker (Jaden Smith) finds that he is a stranger in a strange land. Though he knows a little karate, his fighting skills are no match for Cheng, the school bully. Dre finds a friend in Mr. Han (Jackie Chan), a maintenance man who is also a martial-arts master. Mr. Han teaches Dre all about kung fu in the hope that Dre will be able to face down Cheng and perhaps win the heart of a pretty classmate named Mei Ying. [more inside]
posted by DirtyOldTown on Jan 7, 2023 - 2 comments

Movie: The Next Karate Kid

Karate master Mr. Miyagi (Noriyuki "Pat" Morita) goes to Boston to attend a military reunion. There, he visits with Louisa (Constance Towers), the widow of his former commander, and meets her granddaughter, Julie (Hilary Swank). Julie's parents were recently killed in a car accident, and she is still reeling from the loss. When Julie surprises Miyagi with her knowledge of karate, he takes her to a Buddhist monastery for training and to help her come to terms with her angst. [more inside]
posted by DirtyOldTown on Jan 7, 2023 - 0 comments

Movie: The Karate Kid Part III

Cobra Kai karate instructor John Kreese (Martin Kove) is still brooding over the defeat handed to him by Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio) and Mr. Miyagi (Noriyuki "Pat" Morita). With his slimy partner, Terry Silver (Thomas Ian Griffith), Kreese plans an intricate payback that involves hiring a mean-spirited ringer (Sean Kanan) to rob Daniel of his championship title. When Mr. Miyagi refuses to train Daniel, even under threat, the boy makes the mistake of turning to Terry for guidance. [more inside]
posted by DirtyOldTown on Jan 7, 2023 - 2 comments

Movie: The Karate Kid Part II

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. [more inside]
posted by DirtyOldTown on Jan 7, 2023 - 3 comments

Movie: The Karate Kid

Daniel (Ralph Macchio) moves to Southern California with his mother, Lucille (Randee Heller), but quickly finds himself the target of a group of bullies who study karate at the Cobra Kai dojo. Fortunately, Daniel befriends Mr. Miyagi (Noriyuki "Pat" Morita), an unassuming repairman who just happens to be a martial arts master himself. Miyagi takes Daniel under his wing, training him in a more compassionate form of karate and preparing him to compete against the brutal Cobra Kai. [more inside]
posted by DirtyOldTown on Jan 7, 2023 - 9 comments

Cobra Kai: All episodes  Season 5, Ep 0

The continuing adventures of Cobra Kai, Miyagi-Do, Eagle Fang, and about fifty main characters at this point.
posted by skewed on Sep 21, 2022 - 17 comments

Cobra Kai: Season 3 - all episodes  Season 3, Ep 0

Miguel's fighting for his life, Robby's missing, and Daniel and Johnny's reputations are in tatters as the community reacts to the West Valley High School brawl. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Jan 1, 2021 - 13 comments

Cobra Kai: Season 2 (Full Season)  Season 2, Ep 0

In the aftermath of Cobra Kai's win at the Under 18 All Valley Karate Championships, Johnny questions his dojo's philosophy and deals with a figure from his past. Daniel searches for the right way to respond to Cobra Kai's dominance. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Sep 16, 2019 - 7 comments

Cobra Kai: Mercy, Part II  Season 2, Ep 1

A villainous sensei from the past returns to the Cobra Kai dojo following the school's victory at the All Valley Karate Tournament. Elsewhere in the valley, Daniel and Robby, return to the place where Daniel began his karate education under Mr. Miyagi with the intent to begin a new dojo to balance out the teachings of Cobra Kai [more inside]
posted by Atreides on Sep 3, 2019 - 9 comments

Cobra Kai: Mercy  Season 1, Ep 10

It is the day of the 2018 All Valley Karate Tournament and Cobra Kai is determined to win. Robbie signs up unaffiliated. A familiar face from the past returns. [more inside]
posted by ActingTheGoat on May 23, 2018 - 14 comments

Cobra Kai: Different but Same  Season 1, Ep 9

Louie's reckless actions forces Johnny and Daniel to go down memory lane. The Cobra Kai students plot revenge against the popular kids. Miguel grows impatient with Samantha [more inside]
posted by ActingTheGoat on May 21, 2018 - 11 comments

Cobra Kai: Molting  Season 1, Ep 8

Johnny prepares his Cobra Kai students for the next All Valley Karate Tournament and in turn, he is inspired to clean up his life. Daniel is still unaware of his new pupil's background. [more inside]
posted by ActingTheGoat on May 21, 2018 - 4 comments

Cobra Kai: All Valley  Season 1, Ep 7

When Johnny learns Cobra Kai is banned from the All Valley Tournament, he faces the City Council. Miguel asks Samantha out. Robbie takes lessons from Daniel, just as his buddies plot a heist from LaRusso Auto. [more inside]
posted by ActingTheGoat on May 20, 2018 - 4 comments

Cobra Kai: Quiver   Season 1, Ep 6

Johnny's dojo class attracts a group of misfits while his son Robby, who harbors ulterior motives, lands a new job. Samantha makes a new friend in science class. Daniel inspires interest in karate from an unlikely person. [more inside]
posted by ActingTheGoat on May 20, 2018 - 4 comments

Cobra Kai: Counterbalance  Season 1, Ep 5

Cobra Kai gains it's second student. Daniel has an intricate plan to get payback on Johnny. Miguel defends Samantha against Kyler during lunch break. [more inside]
posted by ActingTheGoat on May 19, 2018 - 4 comments

Cobra Kai: Cobra Kai Never Dies  Season 1, Ep 4

Robbie is in hot water with his father. Johnny plans to shut down Cobra Kai after Miguel is injured. Samantha and Kyler's relationship hits rock bottom. A vandalized billboard creates tension for Daniel. [more inside]
posted by ActingTheGoat on May 19, 2018 - 4 comments

Cobra Kai: Esqueleto   Season 1, Ep 3

Miguel helps Johnny advertise Cobra Kai on the web. Daniel agrees to chaperon at the Halloween dance so he can keep an eye on his daughter. [more inside]
posted by ActingTheGoat on May 18, 2018 - 1 comment

Cobra Kai: Strike First  Season 1, Ep 2

Daniel is dismayed to find a new Cobra Kai dojo has been opened up. Johnny learns his dojo has to pass several safety requirements before he can actually start teaching. [more inside]
posted by ActingTheGoat on May 16, 2018 - 2 comments

Cobra Kai: Ace Degenerate  Season 1, Ep 1

34 years after losing the All Valley Karate Championship, Johnny Lawrence decides to reopen the Cobra Kai Dojo while his school adversary, Daniel LaRusso, runs a successful auto business. [more inside]
posted by ActingTheGoat on May 15, 2018 - 11 comments

The Magicians: Cheat Day  Show Only   Season 2, Ep 5

Quentin bonds with a coworker. Eliot faces a threat to his power. Julia has trouble getting medical care. Penny works with an old mentor.
posted by filthy light thief on Feb 23, 2017 - 5 comments

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