The Bruce Lee documentary "Be Water", directed by Bao Nguyen, is a must-see inspirational and heart-wrenching watch. The film slightly touches upon the art of gung fu and other martial arts, but most of all, "Be Water" spotlights the cultural and historical implications surrounding, influencing, and affecting Lee and everyone who was a part of his life. It is the struggle of bridging American and Chinese cultures, Hollywood's underrepresentation of minorities, the social and racial injustice engulfing the 50s and 60s, and philosophical explorations that make "Be Water" an engrossing and fascinating watch. It is a portrayal of a man who lived life on his own terms, with confidence, his head held high and proud, without the slightest apology or shame for being who he was. Perhaps what is best about the documentary is the archival footage of some of the most intimate and private moments in Lee's life carefully interwoven in vignettes with voice over interviews and a riveting, piercing musical score. Don't miss it on ESPN+ or YouTube!
