I have watched a lot of American TV series, but very few can really leave a mark in my mind. But this one recommended today is slightly different...
American TV series "Cobra Kai" (Cobra)
Type of Work: Comedy
Main actors: Daniel (played by Ralph Macchio), Johnny (played by William Zabka), Miguel (played by Xolo Maridueña), Robby (played by Tanner Buchanan)
Story summary: "Longwei Boy" 30 years later, continue to lead
Broadcasting time: On May 2, 2018, 10 episodes in total, finished
The 100% freshness of Rotten Tomatoes, what is the flavour of this legendary work that is so popular? let us wait and see.
I, classic? Or not?
More than 30 years ago, "The Karate Kid" (Longwei Kid) must not have been seen by many people (domestic audiences). The author recently re-watched it. To be honest, it feels so-so (at least not my dish), it may be The relationship between cultural differences does not get the profound meaning of the film at all, and the refreshment of the plot is also improvised, only the "hot blood" clips make people shine.
This time, "Continuing the Frontier" and restarting the "Middle-aged" "Longwei Laozi" 30 years later , is it a classic continuation? Or "cold meal overnight"? The author really dare not make a statement, so why did you say that?
a. Due to the existence of cultural differences, Eastern and Westerners have very different feelings when watching movies.
b. A sense of time, a classic in the 1980s. In the 21st century, can it be regarded as a classic by a broad audience? Is a question
II, nostalgia? Or not?
Before writing this film review, in order to avoid misunderstandings, the author deliberately watched the "Longwei Boy" trilogy. To be honest, one is more embarrassing than another , and the other is weaker than the other . It's not like the rumor. That kind of "tall and mighty" is "medium" at best, with the cliché plot, cliché narrative, cliché character design , nothing "exceptional" at all. How can such a work be seen without relying on "alcoholic anesthesia" or "fast forward button"?
The old work is mediocre, what about the new work? Except that the age of the picture is slightly enhanced, the other aspects are the same as the previous work. Even the plot layout has a sense of deja vu (the beautiful name is "a tribute to the front") , is it appropriate to play the "sensational card" so grandiosely? To be discussed. However, from the perspective of effectiveness, the domestic response in the United States has been enthusiastic and rave reviews. As for overseas audiences, it is hard to say...
III, good-looking? Or not?
A play is good-looking and ugly, and will change according to the tastes of different audiences. Take this high-scoring work, it has a high evaluation and a good reputation, but it is a pity that it is difficult to get the author's favor. Why? The taste is different.
In my opinion, the plot is the key to judging the pros and cons of a work. As for the "nostalgic" element, it is not the dominant cause. In this play, the director still uses the "classic" routine of the past (30 years ago). The characters have obvious personalities, the boundary between good and evil is blurred, and the story follows a sequence. Now, these settings are obviously out of date. Perhaps nostalgic people will I was moved by the little details in the play, but when you think about it, this is just a gimmick. What's the point? Of course, it is undeniable that this drama also has its own advantages, that is, it "doesn't take the usual path" and jumps out of the usual pattern ("political correctness" logic) of American dramas in recent years. This bright spot cannot be obliterated.
I've said everything I want to say, I've written everything I want to write, I'm tired, and sleep.
Director ★★★★☆ (Multi-person co-director, good tacit understanding, seemingly similar interests)
Actor ★★★☆☆ (acting or something, I didn’t see it, the routine is obvious)
Plot ★★★☆☆ (There is no novelty, it is relatively simple "sensational", which makes people see it inexplicably)
Visual effects ★★★★☆ (After all, it’s not a visual drama, so you don’t need to pick faults. Generally speaking, the lens language is very contagious)
Sound effects★★★★★ (The soundtrack is good, and it drives the boring plot)
Recommendation ★★★☆☆ (The benevolent sees benevolence, the wise sees wisdom. I feel average underneath, but the work is widely respected, indicating that there is a mass foundation)
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