Peaceful Warrior

A chance encounter with a stranger changes the life of a college gymnast.

Cast

Scott Mechlowicz

as Dan Millman

Nick Nolte

as Socrates

Amy Smart

as Joy

Tim DeKay

as Coach Garrick

Ashton Holmes

as Tommy

Paul Wesley

as Trevor

Agnes Bruckner

as Susye

B.J. Britt

as Kyle

Tom Tarantini

as Thug with gun

Beatrice Rosen

as Dory

Reviews

Wuchak

_**Great bits of wisdom with contrivances**_ Based on Dan Millman's hit 1980 book, "Peaceful Warrior" (2006) is reminiscent of "The Karate Kid" and "Dragon: The Bruce Lee Story" albeit with gymnastics substituting for martial arts. It's a worthwhile movie but a dad too formulaic and just seems...

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