Another 'Karate Kid' extended response...

Shannon Hall has now completed his extended response. His was chosen to put on the blog.

Thanks Shannon.

Miss McLaughlin

How effective is the music in the ‘Karate Kid’? Discuss in reference to the final battle scene.

 I agree that the music in the movie, ‘Karate Kid’ is effective. I think so because during the scenes of the movie that have music in it they tell the story, while making you feel like you’re in their shoes. It also sets the mood and shows proper emotion of characters.

 The reason why I am for this argument is because in a lot of scenes it shows their emotion. And you would agree if you watched the scenes where Daniel and Ali are on their date and you can tell that they are happy because you can hear the happy, romantic and upbeat music in the background or in the final fight scene when the suspense is building up to the final round.

 In parts of the ‘Karate Kid’ it makes you feel like you are in Daniel’s shoes, like when he is getting chased by Johnnie on the beach or even Mr Myagi when he fights Johnnie’s gang and him. All these scenes make you feel their emotions of anger and pain.

 Lastly, the music in the movie, it shows the true feeling of the character. Even if a character is pulling a straight face but the music is telling you if they are happy, sad or excited.

 The reasons I have provided are why I believe that the music in the ‘Karate Kid’ is effective.



Music in the Karate Kid- English extended response

Today in class, 7M wrote an extended response to a question on music in the 'Karate Kid'.
Olivia, Jarrod and Kavita's work was chosen to post on the blog. Have a read below.
Well done.

Miss McLaughlin

How effective is the music in the ‘Karate Kid’? Discuss in reference to the final fight scene.

By Olivia Neaves

The music in the Karate Kid is effective as shown in the final battle scene.

Firstly, the music in the final battle cuts out for a moment and there’s applause. This gives a huge effect and sets the scene.

Secondly, the music when used created emphasis on the parts important such as the crane used by Daniel, the main character.

Last of all, the music in the ‘Karate Kid’ especially in the final battle scene creates a tremendous amount of excitement and suspense.

In conclusion, I believe that the music in the ‘Karate Kid’ is very effective creating mood and emotion.

By Jarrod Furey

I believe that the music in the ‘Karate Kid’ is very effective. This is because of these following reasons.

‘Karate Kid’s’ music makes you feel like you are in the character’s shoes. Daniel was very frightened going into the fight and the music really helps you realise that feeling.

Also, the music also helps tell the story throughout the scene. As I said before, it sets a scene and also tells you how the character feels throughout the movie.

In conclusion, I really do think that the music in the final fight scene of the ‘Karate Kid’ is very effective because it sets a mood, puts you in the character’s shoes and also helps tell the story

By Kavita Nand

The music in the ‘Karate Kid’ is effective and I will show you the reasons why, in the following paragraphs.

Firstly, it creates tension like when Daniel got kicked to the leg and was unable stand up on his own. It all went silent and created tension.

Secondly, it flows with the story like when the music “you’re the best” played you knew that it was a fight scene because it was rock music.

Next it creates emotion like when Daniel agreed to fight you could feel relief because you thought that he wouldn’t give up.

Finally, these are the reasons provided.

New Term and Camera Angles

Hi Year 7M,

Welcome back to your final term of Year 7. How exciting!
It's going to be a jam packed term with a few tests, a Medieval Day and of course studying the film 'Karate Kid'.

I have posted some of the pictures you took in class the other day to remind us about Camera Angles and Camera Shots.

Well done our volunteer models!

Miss McLaughlin

Ariel Angle 

Close Up Shot

Eye Level Angle



Medium Shot



Low Angle



Long Shot



High Angle