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    Karate Kid Legends

    Picture4.5
    Sound4
    WSR Score4
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    (Studio/Distributor):
    Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
    (Catalog Number):
    64263
    (MPAA Rating):
    PG-13
    (Rating Reason):
    Martial arts violence and some language
    (Retail Price):
    $37.99
    (Disc Type):
    Single Side, Dual Layer (BD-50)
    (Widescreen Edition):
    Yes
    (Full Screen Edition):
    (Running Time In Minutes):
    94
    (Color Type):
    Color
    (Chaptered/Scene Access):
    Yes
    (Closed Captioned):
    Yes
    (Regional Coding):
    A
    (Theatrical Year):
    (Theatrical Release):
    Yes
    (Direct-To-Video Release):
    No
    (Disc Release Date):
    8/26/3035
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    (Director):
    Jonathan Entwistle
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    DTS HD Lossless 5.1
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    "Karate Kid Legends unites the iconic martial arts masters of one of the most beloved franchises to tell a completely new story full of action and heart. When kung fu prodigy Li Fong (ben Wang) relocates to New York City with his mother to attend a prestigious new school, he finds solace in a new friendship with a classmate and her father. But his newfound peace is short-lived after he attracts unwanted attention from a formidable local karate champion. Driven by a desire to defend himself, Li embarks on a journey to enter the ultimate karate competition. Guided by the wisdom of his kung fu teacher, Mr Han (Jackie Chan), and the legendary Karate Kid, Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio) Li merges their unique styles to prepare for an epic martial arts showdown. (Gary Reber)

    Special features include five featurettes: "Becoming The Karate Kid" (HD 04:09), ""Two Masters, One Student" (HD 05:46) "Honoring The Miyagi Legacy: (HD 03:59), "Strength And CharacterL The Cast" (HD 05:10) and "Karate, Kung Fu, And The Art Of Action" (HD 04:52); gag reel (HD 02:26); seven deleted scenes (HS 12:10); upfront previews and a Movies Anywhere digital copy.

    The 1.85:1 1080p picture, reviewed on a VIZIO Quantum X P85QX-JI UHD/HDR display, was photographed digitally using the Arri Alexa 35 camera system and sourced from a 4K master Digital Intermediate format. The picture exhibits natural and realistic imagery. The color palette is nicely saturated with vividly warm and rich hues. Nothing is exaggerated. Reds are strong. Flesh tones appear natural, though at times reddish. Contrast is balanced. Blacks are deep. Shadows are revealing. White levels are naturally illuminated. The imagery is sharp and clear. Resolution is excellent with fine detail exhibited in facial features, clothing and objects, as well as the cityscape settings and backdrops. This is a warm, satisfying picture. (Gary Reber)

    The DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1-channel soundtrack is dynamic with realistic city atmospherics that image nicely throughout the sound field. Sound effects, such as heavy punches and kicks, are supported with solid, but never overpowering, bass response and extension in the .1 LFE channel. The orchestral score and music are background elements and with wanting fidelity. Surround extension is excellent with direction. Dialogue if at times ADR produced and quite forward sounding. Overall, this is a holosonic® soundtrack that varies in quality and not sonically unique. (Gary Reber)

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