Be Water
Watch TrailerIn 1971, after being rejected by Hollywood, Bruce Lee returned to his parents’ homeland of Hong Kong to complete four iconic films. Charting his struggles between two worlds, this portrait explores questions of identity and representation through the use of rare archival footage, interviews with loved ones and Bruce’s own writings.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 2020 |
| Country | United States of America, United Kingdom, Vietnam |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Director | Bao Nguyen |
| Runtime | 105 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.8/10 (57 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
Be Water has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.8/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.
Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.
Released in 2020, this film holds up just as well today. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.
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🎭 Cast
Bruce Lee
Self (archival)
Linda Lee Cadwell
Self - Wife
Shannon Lee
Self - Daughter
Diana Lee Inosanto
Self - Goddaughter
Sam Ho
Self - Film Critic
Jeff Chang
Self - Cultural Critic / Writer
Andre Morgan
Self - Film Producer
Doug Palmer
Self - Student / Friend
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
Self - Student / Friend
Ruby Chow
Self - Family Friend
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