Honestly, I'd stay away from the .22 rimfire.

If your primary concern is just making some noise and punching some holes in paper at a short distance then the .22 will be more than adequate.....but it's only marginally more powerful than a pellet gun. Ammo is also relatively cheap. If either of those reasons are why you want to go with the .22 then it's your decision.

If you're wanting something with a little more pep to it then I'd go with the .223, it has good accuracy, distance, and pretty low recoil.

If you're worried about recoil, then definitely stay away from the AK rifles.

We could offer more help if we knew your price range. You can get seriously carried away real fast when you start to figure in ammunition and accessories.