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Drifter TKD (2008)
100 min | Action, Adventure, Comedy

Drifter TKD (2008)

100 min | Action, Adventure, Comedy

Jesse Tyler, a martial arts enthusiast who lives in Los Angeles, California, and enjoys success in local karate competitions, faces turmoil in his life as a young business executive. The only child in a wealthy family, he has always been ...See moreJesse Tyler, a martial arts enthusiast who lives in Los Angeles, California, and enjoys success in local karate competitions, faces turmoil in his life as a young business executive. The only child in a wealthy family, he has always been pressured to succeed in every aspect of his life. His father's expectations were imprinted in him early in life and graduating at the top of his law class wasn't enough to satisfy his father. Over the years he has learned to suppress his feelings and desires to live in his father's shadow and to strive to become who his father wants him to be. In a board meeting Jesse's father, Thomas Tyler, announces that he will be stepping down as CEO and names Jesse as his successor. Jesse is stunned and disillusioned at the idea of running the corporation. To add to Jesse's chaotic feelings, his father announces that Tylertech has acquired ten of the largest taekwondo schools in the greater L.A. area. Jesse has been in martial arts for close to 20 years and he understands the traditions and values that these schools uphold. He knows that the acquisition would not have gone over well with the school owners. Additionally, he is distressed in the fact that his Sabum Nim ("master'), Harrison Luke, is one of the casualties in this hostile take over. Jesse has been in martial arts for close to 20 years and he understands the traditions and values that these schools uphold. He knows that the acquisition would not have gone over well with the school owners. Additionally, he is distressed in the fact that his Sabum Nim ("master'), Harrison Luke, is one of the casualties in this hostile take over. Harrison, holds to his true path in life and leaves town to continue his journey as a martial artist. He goes on a quest for serenity, peace of mind, and to re-connect with a relative in a small town in AZ. Jesse learns of his Sabum's displeasure about the take over and sets off to make things right. While in Arizona Harrison finds more disruption and corruption than he left behind. Harrison chooses to settle into a small homeless community and befriends, Kelly, a young runaway. Jesse catches up to Harrison and expresses his dismay in what his father has done. Together they continue their passion and live their lives as martial artists. The duo faces the town's most affluent family, the Pennington's, in a quest to restore order and protect the rights and freedom of the homeless and the young runaway. The Pennington's have dishonestly taken over Luke's uncles parcel of land and have heartlessly allowed him to die in the homeless community. The Pennington's eldest son, Carlos, operates a very successful prostitution ring utilizing the young homeless and runaway girls. Due to their power and influence in this small town, the Pennington's have encouraged the law enforcement officers to turn a blind eye to their illegal activities. With the "keys to the city" the Pennington's have the freedom to do as they please, that is until Jesse and Luke take a stand. To add to the pandemonium of battling the Pennington's, Jesse struggles for his independence from his father's strong influence. While developing a relationship with Kelly, Jesse discovers that his father has hired a private investigator to find him and take him back to L.A. At first Jesse, Luke, and Kelly decide to abruptly leave the small town in order to avoid any conflict with the investigator. Their departure is unexpectedly cut short when Carlos and his boys abduct Kelly. Jesse and Luke head back to town in pursuit of Kelly. The private investigator observes Kelly in the car with Carlos and his boys and realizes what has transpired. He confronts Jesse and uses Kelly's abduction as leverage to take Jesse back to his father. Together with Luke they come up with a plan to rescue Kelly. With the help of some people from the homeless community Kelly is rescued from Carlo's grasp and his unethical schemes. However, the clash isn't over. Jesse needs to decide to flee or fight. While Jesse is going through a myriad of emotions, he has an epiphany. For the first time in life he comprehends what it truly means to be a martial artist. It is a way of life and he must BECOME the art itself. Through this transformation Jesse recognizes that he needs to fight and correct the wrongs that have accrued over time. Through these series of events Jesse learns about believing in himself, standing up for what is right and choosing his own path in life. He boldly heads back to L.A. an evolved man, ready to face his father and take on any challenge that may come his way. Written by Ron Pohnel See less

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43 cast members

Name	Known for
Ron Pohnel Harrison Luke Harrison Luke See fewer	No Retreat, No Surrender (1985)
Mel Novak Thomas Tyler Thomas Tyler See fewer	Game of Death (1978)
Blake Foster Jesse Tyler Jesse Tyler See fewer	Turbo: A Power Rangers Movie (1997)
Leo Fong Master Lee Master Lee See fewer	Runaway Killer
Charl Pohnel Carla (as Charl) Carla (as Charl) See fewer	Drifter TKD (2008)
Solara Key Kelly Miles Kelly Miles See fewer	Thunderkick (2008)
David Fultz Charlie Wig Charlie Wig See fewer	The Big Ugly (2020)
Luis Banuelos Carlos Pennington Carlos Pennington See fewer	El charro Juárez (2007)
Amy Mader Amy Amy See fewer	The Downside of Bliss (2020)
Ron Hall Matthew Stevens Matthew Stevens See fewer	Bloodsport 2 (1996)
Joshua Butcher Homeless Guitar Player Homeless Guitar Player See fewer	Drifter TKD (2008)
Barbara Findeisen Bag Lady Bag Lady See fewer	What Babies Want (2004)
Tara Shultz Shopkeeper Shopkeeper See fewer	Time of the Witch (2024)
Christa Parrot-Pohnel Chicken Coop Lady Chicken Coop Lady See fewer	Drifter TKD (2008)
Jennifer Parrott Snake Girl Snake Girl See fewer	Drifter TKD (2008)
Bradford Robbins Master 1 Master 1 See fewer	Drifter TKD (2008)
Kendall Key Johnny Johnny See fewer	Drifter TKD (2008)
Jordan Thabet Mr. Jordan Mr. Jordan See fewer	Portrait of a Suspect (2000)
Ron Encarnacion Kimo / Jack Marco Kimo / Jack Marco See fewer	Obake Neko (2023)
Gerry Gilbert Family Services 1 (as Gerald Gilbert) Family Services 1 (as Gerald Gilbert) See fewer	Lost River: Lincoln's Secret Weapon (2010)
George Chatalas Family Services 1 Family Services 1 See fewer	Animus (I) (2013)
Erik Anderson Young Jesse Young Jesse See fewer	Creative Funding (2008)
Trent Warren Teen Jesse Teen Jesse See fewer	Drifter TKD (2008)
Phoenix Banuelos Homeless Boy Homeless Boy See fewer	Drifter TKD (2008)
Borin Khoun Punk 1 Punk 1 See fewer	Drifter TKD (2008)
Anthony Vinning Hoodlum 2 (as Anthony Vining) Hoodlum 2 (as Anthony Vining) See fewer	Drifter TKD (2008)
Omar Lizarraga Hoodlum 1 Hoodlum 1 See fewer	Insecure (2016)
Abe Enochs II Hoodlum 2 Hoodlum 2 See fewer	Drifter TKD (2008)
Barry Bostain Driver Driver See fewer	Thunderkick (2008)
Alyssa Manke Ruby Ruby See fewer	Drifter TKD (2008)
Mai-Ly Duong Sheila Sheila See fewer	Dead on Site (2008)
Christopher Burnham Chip Davis Chip Davis See fewer	Pretty Twisted (2009)
James Pumarejo Monty Monty See fewer	Drifter TKD (2008)
Jacob Dean Jackson Stiver Luis (as Jacob Stiver) Luis (as Jacob Stiver) See fewer	Drifter TKD (2008)
Ronanld H. Pohnel Sr. Ron 'The Roofer' / Golf Teacher Ron 'The Roofer' / Golf Teacher See fewer	Drifter TKD (2008)
Richard Pines Henry Pennington Henry Pennington See fewer	Days of Our Lives (1965)
Roger Lacombe Troy Combe Troy Combe See fewer	Shootfighter: Fight to the Death (1993)
Bernie Krasnoo Master 2 (as Bernie 'Pops' Krasnoo) Master 2 (as Bernie 'Pops' Krasnoo) See fewer	Shootfighter: Fight to the Death (1993)
Don Baird Master 4 Master 4 See fewer	Drifter TKD (2008)
Tom Cole Master 3 Master 3 See fewer	Drifter TKD (2008)
Emily Bradford Little Blondgirl Little Blondgirl See fewer	Vegas Knights: The Documentary (2012)
Annie Oakner Master 5 Master 5 See fewer	Drifter TKD (2008)
David Kemp Homeless Homeless See fewer	Drifter TKD (2008)