Movie

The Art of Self-Defense

★ 6.6(843)20191h 44m

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Good to know

Director: Riley Stearns
Release date: 2019-07-12
Runtime: 1h 44m
Language: English
Box office: $2,400,000
Budget: $1,800,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: End Cue

The Art of Self-Defense — trailer

About The Art of Self-Defense

The Art of Self-Defense is a 2019 movie in the Comedy, Thriller and Drama genres, directed by Riley Stearns, starring Jesse Eisenberg, Alessandro Nivola and Imogen Poots. It has a runtime of 1 hour 44 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.6/10 from 843 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Art of Self-Defense in Vietnam — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Casey is attacked at random on the street and enlists in a local dojo led by a charismatic and mysterious Sensei in an effort to learn how to defend himself. What he uncovers is a sinister world of fraternity, violence and hypermasculinity and a woman fighting for her place in it.

Cast

Jesse Eisenberg

Casey

Alessandro Nivola

Sensei

Imogen Poots

Anna

Steve Terada

Thomas

David Zellner

Henry

Phillip Andre Botello

Kennith

Jason Burkey

Alex

Mike Brooks

Steve

C.J. Rush

Other Steve

Davey Johnson

Gun Store Owner

Hauke Bahr

Grant

Katherine Martin

Bakery Woman

Themes & keywords

martial artssportspsychopathdark comedykaratecrematoriumsexismcultsatiremurderdojomotorcycle gangdoggerman shepherdmisogyny

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Art of Self-Defense in Vietnam?+

The Art of Self-Defense is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Vietnam. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Art of Self-Defense on Netflix?+

The Art of Self-Defense is not on Netflix in Vietnam right now.

How long is The Art of Self-Defense?+

The Art of Self-Defense has a runtime of 1 hour 44 minutes (104 minutes).

Who stars in The Art of Self-Defense?+

The Art of Self-Defense stars Jesse Eisenberg, Alessandro Nivola, Imogen Poots, Steve Terada and David Zellner.

When did The Art of Self-Defense come out?+

The Art of Self-Defense is a 2019 movie directed by Riley Stearns.

What genre is The Art of Self-Defense?+

The Art of Self-Defense is Comedy, Thriller, Drama and Mystery film.

Who directed The Art of Self-Defense?+

The Art of Self-Defense was directed by Riley Stearns.