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In the decades since his untimely passing at the age of 32, Bruce Lee’s body of work has grown to an undeniably lasting legacy. He went on to become globally recognized after his death, his influence acting as a cultural bridge between the East and West – popularizing martial arts and providing inspiration and momentum for a new arena of Western martial arts films. While the impact of his work can be seen across genres and generations, cultural historian and journalist Jeff Chang is hoping to highlight the barrier-breaking importance of Bruce Lee’s life to the development of Asian American identity over the last 50 years. In his new biography, "Water Mirror Echo: Bruce Lee and the Making of Asian America," Chang highlights areas of Bruce Lee’s story that have been overshadowed by acclaim.

Speakers:
Jeff Chang, author
Shannon Lee, author & founder of Bruce Lee Foundaiton
Doug Palmer, author 
Sue Ann Kay, Chinatown-International District resident

Filmed at Town Hall Seattle