‘Fist of Fury:’ A Screen Presence That Refuses To Fade

Bruce Lee’s movies have inspired a generation of movie fans as well as students of the martial arts.
‘Fist of Fury:’ A Screen Presence That Refuses To Fade
Chen Zhen (Bruce Lee) becomes a whirlwind, in “Fist of Fury.” GJW+
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R | 1h 47m | Drama | 1972

Bruce Lee arrived on-screen in “Fist of Fury” (also known as “The Chinese Connection”) with a presence that made viewers sit a little straighter, as if he had reached through the projector and personally summoned their attention. The moment he appears, the room feels slightly charged, and there is the sense that something decisive is about to happen even before a punch is thrown.

Ian Kane
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Ian Kane is an U.S. Army veteran, author, filmmaker, and actor. He is dedicated to the development and production of innovative, thought-provoking, character-driven films and books of the highest quality.