In the article “Burning Asia: Bruce Lee’s Kinetic Narrative of Decolonization,” Kato argues that Lee’s performance has “a sphere of meaning of its own” and seems to establish “an autonomous sphere of narrative via kinetic expression” (Kato 62). What is the significance and symbolic power of Bruce Lee’s performances and kinetic movements in his films, particularly his fight scenes? How do Lee’s martial arts deeds and performances become a kind of “narrative of decolonization” that inspires viewers around the world? Please discuss by closely analyzing at least one of Bruce Lee’s films.
For this response paper, you may choose any paper topic you find interesting, as long as you engage key concepts, themes, topics, and ideas that we are addressing and discussing in class. You may choose to write about a film on our syllabus or another film beyond our syllabus. The following are some possible topic ideas. You are not limited to these and may define your own topic. Please also review the Response Paper Assignment Sheet and Guidelines on Canvas. Be sure to focus on a well-defined topic, state a clear central argument in your introduction, and present a close reading of key elements of one film in the body of your paper. You must also cite and engage ideas in at least one relevant secondary source. Have fun exploring and enjoy writing your first paper for this class!
