Exploring the Evolution of Bully Characters in the Karate Kid Franchise

This chapter examines the development of bullying characters in the Karate Kid franchise, focusing on Johnny Lawrence's complexity compared to the simpler villains in the sequels. The discussion also draws parallels with the Rocky series, highlighting a decline in character depth and storytelling in newer installments.

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