The Karate Kid (2010)

Starring: Jackie Chan, Jaden Smith, Taraji P. Henson
Director: Harald Zwart

Thoughts On The Karate Kid

1. Recipe For Disaster: Remake of a cheesy 80's film, director's follow-up to Pink Panther 2, unproven, inexperienced son of a movie star in the lead role.
2. Despite my Recipe For Disaster, The Karate Kid works on every level. I officially know nothing. FML.
3. I think Jaden Smith comes across as an unappreciative ass in person, but in the film he manages to hold his own. While not a blow-away performance, he never once distracts from the story.
4. Is Jackie Chan officially a box office draw in America? Most evidence says yes. Around The World In 80 Days says no.
5. I don't mean to overly praise this film or the actors. "It was what it was."

Rating: 6
Rating Breakdown
6 points - For whatever reason I feel like.