I Am Bruce Lee

I Am Bruce Lee is a documentary that explores the life and enduring influence of the martial arts pioneer. The film examines how he transformed action cinema by introducing kung fu to a global audience. Through archival footage, photographs, and personal testimonies, the narrative details his journey from San Francisco and Hong Kong to becoming a cinematic figure. The production features interviews with family members, including his widow Linda Lee Cadwell and daughter Shannon Lee, as well as various athletes and entertainers such as Kobe Bryant, Mickey Rourke, and Manny Pacquiao who were inspired by his philosophy and skills.

Directed and written by Pete McCormack, this was the first of two listed films in his directorial career, followed by I Am Joe Frazier in 2025. Produced by Shannon Lee, the film features a credited cast of 23 people, including Dan Inosanto and Diana Lee Inosanto. The movie was a joint production between Canada and the United States. Audience reception was generally positive, with a rating of 7.4/10 on IMDb from 4,000 votes and 7.6/10 on TMDB from 159 votes. In comparison, film critics gave the documentary a lower rating of 6.1/10 based on 12 reviews.