Written, directed, and starring Bruce Lee, Way of the Dragon blends action, humor, and cultural clashes, steadily building toward one of the most iconic fight showdowns in cinema. The slow-burn pacing enhances the payoff, with Lee's martial artistry in full force.
Lee's presence is magnetic, made even more iconic by his signature white vest and black trousers. Chuck Norris, in his film debut, is a formidable foe-his brute strength and stoic intensity create a thrilling contrast. Their final battle is a brutal yet elegant display of speed, strategy, and raw power. Nora Miao, Wei Ping-ou, and Robert Wall (who appeared in other Lee films) all leave a lasting impact. Wall and company make the villains more menacing.
From swift, precise nunchaku sequences to hand-to-hand combat and stick fighting, the fight choreography is masterful. Every scene escalates until the Colosseum battle-that cements Lee's legacy. While humour lightens the early moments, Way of the Dragon never loses focus, delivering a great martial arts film. Possibly his best and most rounded.
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