Events › Contemporary Asian Stories: How Bruce Lee Became a Legend

2020 is the 80th anniversary of Bruce Lee's birth. Lee is still a pop culture icon 47 years after his death. 

How did this San Francisco-born boy became a legend? 

Join UBC professor Christopher Rea as he explores Bruce Lee's story through his body of work and a few of the countless works he continues to inspire.

Contemporary Asian Stories is a series of online events presented by Vancouver Public Library in partnership with the University of British Columbia Department of Asian Studies. The series celebrates literature, film, and larger-than-life figures from across modern Asian popular cultures.

To join this Zoom event you will need a computer, tablet or phone with internet access. Headphones are recommended. New to Zoom? Learn more about using it here.

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