fine fortune cookie flick

Rating: 6/10 (15 October 2006)

Let me start by saying I am a fan of Way of the Peaceful Warrior, and much of what is in the book is in the film. But we need to look at this as more than just Dan Millman's writings. As a film there are some real problems here. First of all, its lead character is thoroughly unlikeable. There is no time to get an emotional attachment to Dan, as presented on film he is a most dislike-able jerk.
Secondly, the film is weak on story. It has it "Rocky" moments, but we cared about Rocky. The film is so intent on delivering the little pearls of wisdom that we are all looking form, that it comes across like a recitation of everything one should know for a final exam.
There are good points. It is nice to see the attempt being made to create this film. It has some really good music to its score. I wouldn't recommend it to someone who has not read the book. I would recommend someone to read the book and then watch Peaceful Warrior.