I have always been a big martial arts fan. I think I've always appreciated the duality of being able to find inner peace and tranquility while smashing someone's teeth through the back of their head. This movie is famous for being the last film Bruce Lee completed before his untimely death, for launching the careers of several stars, and for generally being one of the best martial arts films ever made.
Martial arts master Lee (Bruce Lee) is invited to participate in a very secretive tournament on an island owned by the mysterious Mister Han (Kien Shih). The British government recruits Lee to also do some investigating, as Han is suspected of trafficking in drugs and women. When Lee gets to the island, he meets fellow tourney fighters Roper (John Saxon), hoping to pay off his debts, and Williams (Jim Kelly), in it for the prestige. The three men couldn't be more different but find their fates inextricably entwined.
If you have never seen this movie, drop everything --although if you're holding children or other breakables, move to a soft surface first-- and find a copy. You should own it but I can't tell you how to live your life.
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