The Final Game of Death | Bruce Lee
The Final Game of Death (2023) is a comprehensive documentary that delves into Bruce Lee’s unfinished film project, Game of Death. Directed by James Flower, this 223-minute feature is part of Arrow Video’s “Bruce Lee at Golden Harvest” 4K UHD/Blu-ray box set, released on July 17, 2023 .(Letterboxd • Your life in film)
The documentary presents all two hours of footage shot by Lee before his untimely death, restored from a recently discovered interpositive. This material includes Lee’s original dailies and is accompanied by a newly assembled version of the film, aiming to reflect Lee’s vision as closely as possible .(Wikipedia, Letterboxd • Your life in film)
In addition to showcasing the restored footage, the documentary provides a detailed exploration of the production process, behind-the-scenes challenges, and the philosophical underpinnings of Lee’s martial arts approach. It also addresses the subsequent handling of the project, including the 1978 release directed by Robert Clouse, which utilized only a fraction of Lee’s original material .(Letterboxd • Your life in film)
Critics and fans have praised The Final Game of Death for its meticulous reconstruction and insightful commentary. The documentary not only offers a glimpse into what could have been Lee’s magnum opus but also serves as a tribute to his enduring legacy in martial arts and cinema .(IMDb)
For a visual appreciation of this project, you can watch the documentary here:
