Jonathan Entwistle, previously known for his work on acclaimed shows, directs Karate Kid: Legends, a soft reboot of the iconic franchise. It introduces Li Fong as the new protagonist while reuniting original stars Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan. Entwistle highlights the challenge of honoring the franchise's legacy while creating a fresh narrative that aligns with the contemporary audience. He emphasizes that mentorship is a core theme that ties together various iterations of the Karate Kid, making it a critical component in crafting the new film.
"Each piece, each chapter of Karate Kid in its many iterations, has always had an element of mentorship."
"It definitively was a challenge, because what I didn't want to do is break the mold of a base-level expectation of what a Karate Kid movie is."
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