Brandon Lee
Brandon Bruce Lee, born February 1, 1965, in Oakland, California, was an American actor and martial artist who tragically died young during his ascent to stardom. Son of the legendary martial artist and actor Bruce Lee, Brandon inherited his father's athletic prowess and later followed him into the world of entertainment. Lee's early life was split between California and Hong Kong. After his father's sudden death in 1973 when Brandon was just eight, he moved to Seattle with his mother and sister. Despite initial challenges as a teenager, Lee's interest in acting grew. He honed his craft at prestigious institutions like Emerson College and the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute. Lee's film career began in the late 1980s. He opted to start in Hong Kong action films, capitalizing on his martial arts background and name recognition. His debut in "Legacy of Rage" (1986) garnered him a Hong Kong Film Award nomination for Best New Performer. Lee followed this with roles in films like "Laser Mission" (1989) and "Showdown in Little Tokyo" (1991), showcasing his charisma and action hero potential. In 1992, Lee landed the lead role in "The Crow," a dark fantasy film based on a popular comic book. The character, Eric Draven, a murdered musician seeking revenge, resonated with Lee. However, during filming in 1993, a tragic on-set accident involving a prop gun led to Brandon Lee's accidental shooting and death at the young age of 28. Despite the devastating circumstances, "The Crow" was completed using special effects and released in 1994. The film became a cult classic, forever linked to Lee's memory and unfulfilled potential. Brandon Lee's legacy remains one of immense talent and a promising career cut tragically short.
The Crow
as Eric Draven / The CrowExactly one year after young rock guitarist Eric Draven and his fiancée are brutally killed by a...
Movie pageBruce Lee: The Legend
as Self (archive footage) (uncredited)The Official Golden Harvest tribute to the Master of the Martial Arts Film, Bruce Lee.
Movie pageShowdown in Little Tokyo
as Johnny MurataAn American with a Japanese upbringing, Chris Kenner is a police officer assigned to the Little...
Movie pageRapid Fire
as Jake LoCollege student Jake Lo is pursued by smugglers, mobsters and crooked federal agents after he...
Movie pageI Am Bruce Lee
as Self (archive footage)Bruce Lee is universally recognized as the pioneer who elevated martial arts in film to an art...
Movie pageLaser Mission
as Michael GoldA CIA agent is sent to get Professor Braun before the KGB can seize him as the Prof's knowledge,...
Movie pageLegacy of Rage
as Brandon MaBrandon plays Brandon Ma, a regular working Joe who holds down two jobs, so he can support his...
Movie pageBe Water
as Self (archive footage)In 1971, after being rejected by Hollywood, Bruce Lee returned to his parents’ homeland of Hong...
Movie pageThe Curse of the Dragon
as Self (archive footage)A 1993 documentary film about Bruce Lee. The film includes interviews from some of his fellow...
Movie pageBruce Lee: The Man and the Legend
as Self (archive footage)This documentary tells the story of Bruce Lee and his unsuccessful efforts to start a acting...
Movie pageDeath by Misadventure: The Mysterious Life of Bruce Lee
as HimselfDeath by Misadventure: The Mysterious Life of Bruce Lee exposes the truth behind Lee's death and...
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as Self (archive footage)The first behind the scenes look revealing the movie magic of the men and women of the stunt...
Movie pageKung Fu The Movie
as Chung WangIn his travels, Caine meets up with an old man who has several surprises for him. The first...
Movie pageThe Life of Bruce Lee
as HimselfDocumentary about martial arts actor Bruce Lee, from his birth in 1940 till his death in 1973,...
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as Himself (Interview by Lorenzo De Luca in 1992)The first Italian documentary on the most extraordinary phenomenon of the 70s: the Kung-fu films!
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as Self (archive footage)Story of Al Leong, the greatest henchman in film history.
Movie pageSex, Lies and Video Violence
as Man in line to night clubMicke is a total film nerd, who would be rather sitting home watching violent action movies than...
Movie pageBruce Lee: In His Own Words
as Self (archive footage)A collection of old interviews with Bruce Lee show us his beliefs, thoughts on fighting and what...
Movie pageBruce Lee: The Legend Lives On
as HimselfThis insightful documentary takes an in-depth look at the life of Bruce Lee, and the physical...
Movie pageBruce Lee: The Immortal Dragon
as Self (archive footage)A video tribute to a martial arts legend, Bruce Lee. Examined are his early years in Hong Kong...
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as HimselfBruce Lee 'Famous Families' Documentary
Movie pageThe Crow: Stairway to Heaven
as Eric Draven / The CrowThe Crow: Stairway to Heaven was a 1998 Canadian television series created by Bryce Zabel spun...
TV Show pageCBS Summer Playhouse
as Johnny CaineCBS anthology series airing unsold television pilots during the summer season.
TV Show pageOhara
as KenjiOhara is an American television series starring Pat Morita in the title role of Lt. Ohara.
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