The "Karate Kid" - what is it ABOUT? What are the THEMES in the film?
by Peter MacKay
1. ISOLATION
1.1. Daniel is new to California; he needs a friend (especially because of the Cobra Kai); he finds Allie and Myagi
2. THE TEACHER AND THE STUDENT
2.1. Daniel learns balance
2.2. Daniel learns Karate/self-defense
2.3. Daniel learns that he has value too
3. BULLIES
4. FATHER AND SON
4.1. Daniel is alone, without his father
4.2. Myagi lost his wife and child; Daniel becomes like a son to him
5. GOOD TEACHER VS BAD TEACHER
6. Being "the new kid