Movie Review - Peaceful Warrior

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Peaceful Warrior is a 2006 American film, starring Scott Mechlowicz, Nick Nolte and Amy Smart.

The film takes place at U.C. Berkeley, also known as Cal, and features a troubled, but talented gymnast (Mechlowicz) who meets a spiritual guide (Nolte).


"An inspiring film that could change lives" - Sting

"This film will impact the course of your life forever" - Tony Robbins

"Power and Moving" - Pet Hammond

"Like Rocky for the Soul" - Straw Weisman

"Experiencing more joy on your journey of life, this film may bring..." - Yoda


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I might as well address the controversy first, so here goes...


Released on June 2, 2006 this movie is based on the novel Way of the Peaceful Warrior by Dan Millman.

Director Victor Salva first became familiar with the work while in prison for child molestation, and he credits it with being "a story that changed my life."

There are a good many people give Salva shit about his past mistake in life, and feel he should not be allow to direct again.

Yes, they have the shovels in pitchforks in hand, ready to kill, and bury him for his past...

I say "if you going to make big mistakes in life, learn from them, and do something positive for society."

In my opinion:

Doing a fantastic job of directing very positive movie for society such as the "Peaceful Warrior" - is a good start...

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My rating:}

I give this movie an over all 10 out of 10!

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The novel "Way of the Peaceful Warrior" is beautifully told in this movie!

The acting is first rate, the casting of the roles is close to perfection!
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Directing is fantastic!

As the characters are lead to experience living the roles -

You can really feel what each and every character is feeling in this movie!


Everyone gives a totally believable, and very powerful performance! Both my thumbs way up!

Cinematography, lighting and special effects are all very well done!
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It is such a refreshing joy to see a mainstream movie, very well done, that really teaches powerful lessons about life!

This movie really shows a path from - self centered EGO identification - to learning, and living a life of mindfulness...

This movie really helps viewers to learn some of the steps to have a greater joy in the journey of life...



My wife and I really enjoyed this movie!

Upon talking to people about it, those who have seen it also loved it!
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I highly recommend renting this DVD!

Perhaps your whole family can enjoy watching this wonderful movie together?