Bruce Lee: The Man and the Legend

Bruce Lee: The Man and the Legend

1973 · 86 min · ★ 8.2 · Documentary

This documentary tells the story of Bruce Lee and his unsuccessful efforts to start a acting career in the U.S., he returned to Hong Kong where he became an international star, and his death at age 32.

Directed by Wu Shih · Written by Wu Shih

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