The "Karate Kid" - what is it ABOUT? What are the THEMES in the film?

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