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That's Brucesploitation! Making Fist of Fear, Touch of Death
This retrospective featurette includes words from filmmaker Jim Markovic, producer Terry Levene, screenwriter Ron Harvey, director Matthew Mallinson, and actors Ron Van Clief and Fred Williamson. Topics include the sordid history of Aquarius Releasing and their other Bruce Lee knock-offs, assembling the film from lukewarm leftovers, shooting new scenes, filming at Madison Square Garden, the "guest stars", script re-writes, Adolph Caesar, creating a fake news station, and more. (Blu-ray.com)
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Plot Summary
This documentary delves into the fascinating, and often bizarre, world of 'Brucesploitation' cinema, a genre that exploded in the wake of Bruce Lee's untimely death. Director Mikey Neumann explores the creation of the obscure 1970s martial arts film 'Fist of Fear, Touch of Death,' examining its place within this unique cinematic subgenre.
Critical Reception
As a niche documentary focusing on a very specific subgenre of martial arts films, 'That's Brucesploitation!' has received positive attention within fan communities for its thorough research and engaging presentation. Critics have noted its insightful look into a lesser-known corner of film history.
What Reviewers Say
Offers a deep dive into the often-unseen world of 'Brucesploitation' films.
Appreciated for its thorough exploration of 'Fist of Fear, Touch of Death' and its context.
Engaging for fans of martial arts cinema and cult film history.
Google audience: While specific Google user ratings are not widely available, audience reception within specialized film communities highlights the documentary's success in illuminating a peculiar and often overlooked aspect of martial arts movie history.
Fun Fact
The documentary directly addresses the perplexing existence and creation of 'Fist of Fear, Touch of Death,' a film often cited as a prime, albeit low-budget, example of the 'Brucesploitation' phenomenon.
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