Bruce Lee is the pioneer of bringing martial arts and movies together in the West. What was a regional combat practice was taken to the global stage with Lee’s phenomenal and inventive approach to the art. Oscar Awards-winning director, Ang Lee, is set to direct the biopic of the iconic Bruce Lee on the sets of Sony.

The legend redefined how martial arts were perceived worldwide. Moreover, he understood the essence of the practice and its impact on a spiritual level. In a statement, Lee revealed what drove him to direct the film.

Ang Lee is inspired by the impact Bruce Lee made

Bruce Lee is synonymous with martial arts. Decades have passed since his demise in 1973, yet his movies and words resonate with the current scenario. According to the ‘Life of Pi’ director, Lee was a “brilliant and unique human being.”

Furthermore, the director, Ang Lee, said the Chinese-American actor was “a bridge between East and West who introduced Gung Fu to the world.” The iconic performer is also credited for revolutionizing art and action in cinema.

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Moreover, he confessed he felt compelled to the inspiring story of Bruce Lee, who put in the tireless effort and “made impossible dreams into reality.” The ‘Enter the Dragon’ star is also a philosopher whose enlightening words are eternally relevant.

Bruce Lee wrote a philosophical note about what makes America

At the age of 21, Lee wrote a letter to his family friend, Pearl Tso. He shared his thoughts on how to make a good living. He listed two ways–hard work and the result of imagination. 

“In every industry, in every profession, ideas are what America is looking for. Ideas have made America what she is, and one good idea will make a man what he wants to be,” he wrote.

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Lee dreamt of teaching the whole world about Gung Fu. It is a combat practice for self-defense that also serves for mental training. Besides, he clarified he was not doing it just for money. Lee aspired to spread its benefits to the world and help people realize their fullest potential. What are your thoughts about Ang Lee’s upcoming project? Are you looking forward to it? Let us know in the comments.