Plot Summary:
The story centers on Li Fong (Ben Wang), a kung fu prodigy who moves to New York City with his mother. He struggles to fit in and soon finds himself in conflict with a local karate champion, Conor Day (Aramis Knight), and his dojo.
To prepare for a major karate competition, Li is guided by Mr. Han (Jackie Chan), who then brings in Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio). The film aims to merge their unique styles of kung fu and karate into one for Li to win the showdown. There’s also a subplot involving Li’s new friend, Mia Lipani, and her father, Victor, who has debts with Conor’s sensei.
Based on The Karate Kid by Robert Mark Kamen
Director : Jonathan Entwistle
Starring:Jackie Chan Ben Wang Joshua Jackson
Positives :
Racy screen play with less lag
Story entangled with NY city Chinatown backdrop
Negatives:
Predictable storyline
One time watch for fun with family and friends
Rating: 3/5
