As a longtime fan of “Cobra Kai” and someone who grew up watching the original Karate Kid movies, I’ve always held Mr. Miyagi in high regard. He was more than just a sensei to me; he was an icon, a symbol of wisdom, and a testament to the power of perseverance and self-improvement. But after finishing “Cobra Kai” Season 6, Part 1, I can’t help but feel that my perspective on Miyagi has shifted in a significant way.
Contains spoilers for “Cobra Kai” Season 6, Part 1
In simple terms, the first half of “Cobra Kai” Season 6 introduces five pivotal episodes that prepare the ground for an unforgettable climax at the Sekai Taikai tournament in Barcelona. These episodes significantly advance the main storylines, resolve past conflicts, and introduce fresh ones, while also introducing a new plotline that significantly alters how the show portrays Mr. Miyagi’s character (played by Pat Morita).
In the initial five seasons of “Cobra Kai,” Miyagi was consistently depicted as a wise and unblemished character. However, Season 6 introduces a new perspective by hinting that the old master might not have had such an honorable past. Instead of maintaining his image as an infallible sage, the season unearths a mysterious crate containing items suggesting Miyagi may have been involved in criminal activities. An old, stained Sekai Taikai headband implies that he took part in the tournament, which challenges Daniel LaRusso’s belief of him as a nonviolent and peaceful figure. Furthermore, several characters suggest that Miyagi’s esteemed reputation within “Cobra Kai” is largely due to Daniel’s protection, who insists on viewing his former mentor as nothing but perfect.
I’ve been following Cobra Kai closely, and let me tell you, my mind was blown in Season 6 when we discovered that Miyagi-Do karate harbored deadlier techniques than what Miyagi had ever shown Daniel. It turns out that Miyagi himself employed these dangerous moves, implying that Daniel and us viewers might be in for even more startling revelations about this iconic posthumous character.
The Karate Kid movies make clear that Miyagi is just a human being
In simpler terms, just like the “Cobra Kai” series portrays Mr. Miyagi as an excellent martial artist and a likable character, the “Karate Kid” films add depth to his character by showing he’s more complex than a typical one-dimensional old master figure.
Miyagi is an unusual and humorous sensei with a penchant for challenging his students through seemingly ordinary activities. He becomes irritated when bested in any competition, as Daniel discovers when he deftly catches a fly using chopsticks before Miyagi could. Those who displease him are not spared his scorn; John Kreese learns this lesson the hard way in “The Karate Kid Part II,” receiving a few light dodges and a playful nose honk from Miyagi following their confrontation. Terry Silver experiences a similar fate in “Part III,” as Miyagi retaliates with ease after being taunted during their fight. In “The Karate Kid,” there’s a scene where Miyagi resorts to demonstrating his power by breaking beer bottles with karate chops, intimidating a pair of racists when politeness fails to diffuse the situation.
In the Karate Kid films, Mr. Miyagi’s enigmatic background is gradually revealed, and his character and sad past are highlighted in scenes such as the drinking episode. However, it’s important to note that up until Cobra Kai Season 6 Part 1, the franchise doesn’t suggest that Miyagi was ever a bad person before this introduction. Consequently, parts 2 and 3 may offer a more favorable portrayal of his questionable past. For now, it’s intriguing to see how the show humanizes Miyagi.
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2024-07-18 14:59