Game of Death: The Unfinished Legacy of Bruce Lee
In this podcast, we explore the fascinating story behind the 1978 film “Game of Death”, the last and most controversial project of the legendary martial arts star Bruce Lee. We discuss how Lee conceived and filmed the original version of the movie, which featured him fighting his way up a pagoda against different opponents, before his untimely death in 1973. We also examine how the film was completed by other filmmakers using stand-ins, archive footage, and creative editing, resulting in a drastically different and often criticized final product. Along the way, we analyze Lee’s philosophy, influence, and legacy in the world of cinema and martial arts. Join us as we pay tribute to one of the greatest icons of the 20th century and his unfinished masterpiece.
*Spoiler Warning* As a general warning we discuss the film in detail and often will comment on scenes or aspects of the film that could spoil it for a listener who has not seen the film we are discussing.
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