Man of Tai Chi (2013) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Man of Tai Chi is best for ages 15+. It's rated R. Man of Tai Chi follows Tiger, a young martial artist whose moral integrity is tested when he is manipulated by a mysterious entrepreneur named Donaka Mark into participating in illegal underground fighting matches. The…

Man of Tai Chi is officially rated R. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 15+.

Man of Tai Chi follows Tiger, a young martial artist whose moral integrity is tested when he is manipulated by a mysterious entrepreneur named Donaka Mark into participating in illegal underground fighting matches. The film earns its R rating primarily through intense, sustained martial arts violence featuring heavy…

There is no sexual content in this film.

The film contains frequent, intense martial arts fight sequences. Combatants sustain visible bruising, facial lacerations, and heavy impact injuries. A few scenes involve characters being stabbed with blades, though gore remains largely focused on the impact…

Language is very mild, consisting of infrequent uses of words like 'hell' and 'damn' throughout the dialogue.

There is no significant substance use in the film, though characters are occasionally shown in lounge settings where alcoholic drinks are present in the background.

The film explores themes of moral corruption, the exploitation of individuals through financial manipulation, and the struggle to maintain one's values under extreme pressure.

Man of Tai Chi runs 105 minutes, directed by Keanu Reeves, released in 2013.

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