Be Water

Be Water

2020 · 105 min · EN · 6.8 (60 votes)
Dir. Bao Nguyen · Starring Bruce Lee, Linda Lee Cadwell, Shannon Lee, Diana Lee Inosanto, Sam Ho, Jeff Chang

“Before the myth, a life lived.”

Documentary

In 1971, after being rejected by Hollywood, Bruce Lee returned to his parents’ homeland of Hong Kong to complete four iconic films. Charting his struggles between two worlds, this portrait explores questions of identity and representation through the use of rare archival footage, interviews with loved ones and Bruce’s own writings.

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A deeply personal and reflective look at Bruce Lee's life and career. It captures his struggles with identity and representation, offering an empowering glimpse into his determined spirit. A must-watch for fans and anyone interested in cultural impact.

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