The story of Mike Terry, a Jiu-jitsu master who has avoided the prize fighting circuit, choosing to instead pursue a life of honor and education by operating a self-defense studio in Los Angeles. Terry's life is dramatically changed however when he is conned by a cabal of movie stars and promoters. In order to pay off his debts and regain his honor Terry must step into the ring for the first time in his life.
| Studio: | Sony Pictures Classics | |
| Genres: | Action/Adventure and Crime/Gangster | |
| Release Date: | May 2nd, 2008 (limited) | |
| MPAA Rating: | R for strong language. | |
| Starring: | Chiwetel Ejiofor, Rodrigo Santoro, Tim Allen, Emily Mortimer, Alice Braga | |
| Directed By: | David Mamet |