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Be Water, My Friend: The 10 Most Defining Bruce Lee Moments

Every once in a while, something very profound happens that changes life as we know it. One such occurrence took place in my life 20 years ago, and as such, shaped my ideals and passions into what they are today. At 8 years old through persuasion of my mother, I sat and watched for the first time probably what I consider to be the most influential movie of all time. The movie itself was very simple, but it was also one of the first of its kind and has spawned countless imitations since its release 40 years ago. The star is unmistakable and loved throughout the world, the man who opened up the door of martial arts in cinema to the West. The chiseled body, the lightning fast moves, the immovable fixed gaze, the animalistic scream, we all know who he is. The movie: Enter The Dragon; the man: Lee Jun Fan aka Bruce Lee.

2) Face To Face – Way Of The Dragon (1972)

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An advantage that Bruce had from filming in Rome was being able to shoot a fight sequence inside the actual Colosseum. Gladiators fought a blood sport for people’s entertainment back in ancient times, and now it was time for The Legend to leave his mark on the battleground. And what better way to do it than to face off against another legend of our time, Chuck Freaking Norris!

So the scene is set, we’ve got two legends, the perfect backdrop, an intense build up, and a kitten refereeing. Nothing is missing, and the execution is perfect. Bruce could’ve taught a thing or two to most modern action directors in Hollywood today, as the camera was kept steady the entire time and long takes were used to showcase the brilliant skill of two martial artists at the absolute top of their game.

Although action cinema has progressed over the years, this fight still stands up to the best of them, and Bruce shows us that strategic and quick thinking can be of considerable assistance in a particularly sticky situation.

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