We dont know the answers to those questions because outside of third-party accounts and sparring exhibitions there is no evidence one way or the other. I was reading the Tyson vs Lee thread and I thought he'd have a chance here. Cliff takes the second round in more brutal fashion by throwing Bruce into the side of a car. When it came to kung fu, Lee taught against sticking to traditional stances and forms and wholeheartedly believed that martial artists should be willing to adapt and learn from other sources. Bruce was screening a Cassius Clay [Muhammad Ali] documentary. The tale unfolds during the turbulent summer of 1969, when Tate's horrifying murder dominated headlines. June 3, 2016, 9:38 PM. It might be interesting to team that classic, if obscure, character with someone like Throg, Darkwing Duck, Batman, or (my choice because of its residence in Left Field) Etrigan. Brad [Pitt] would not be able to beat up Bruce Lee, but Cliff maybe could, said Tarantino. Prior to the bout, a ludicrous set of rules were put in place that prevented Inoki from attempting takedowns, submissions or kicks above the waist. It also has a soundtrack packed with decade-appropriate big hits and deep cuts, with none of those present-day covers designed to make old music sound hip and modern to younger listeners. Related: How Bruce Lee's One-Inch Punch Really Works. On July 20, 1973, the great martial-arts movie star Bruce Lee mysteriously died in Hong Kong. The Bruce Lee conversation surrounding this movie has become somewhat fraught: the scene is a vortex of discussions about Asian representation on screen, whether a cinematic icon has been given the proper amount of respect, and why Tarantino chose to use Lee in the first place, just to name a few. They broke into the home and committed the grisly ritualistic killings after midnight (Steve Parent, a fifth victim, isn't depicted in the film). Polanski was out of town shooting that summer. Consenting to these technologies will allow us to process data such as browsing behavior or unique IDs on this site. Cliff is not part of the sport that is like combat, he is a warrior. "Ali was world heavyweight champion at the time and Bruce saw him as the greatest fighter of them all. Bruce was looking into the mirror, alongside Ali. He is so much taller and stronger. If you're a fan of 1960s pop culture, Quentin Tarantino's 2019 film "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood" is a must-watch. Chris said of Will: "He played Muhammad Ali! Ali has the height, weight, and reach advantage over Lee, but Lee has an ace up his sleeve. After initially refusing to do so, LeBell put Lee down and reassured him that he was "just kidding.". Bruce Lee was 57 and never weighed more than 145 pounds while Muhammad Ali was 63 and weighed anywhere from 210 to 240 pounds in his fighting days. But if Cliff and Bruce were fighting in the jungles of the Philippines in a hand-to-hand combat fight Cliff would kill him.. In his later fights, Ali weighed in at about 230-pounds. Bruce was screening a Cassius Clay [Muhammad Ali] documentary. "Not only did he say that, but his wife, Linda Lee, said that in her first biography I ever read. Bruce Lee on the left and prime Mike Tyson on the far right, red line marks Goku's height. Variety is a part of Penske Media Corporation. The reality of the situation is this: Cliff is a Green Beret. Bruce Lee was one of the most prominent and influential martial artists, an actor, movie producer, martial art instructor, and creator of Jeet Kune Do. "The philosophy of Lee is more powerful than the martial arts of Lee," says Little, author of "The Warrior Within: The Philosophies of Bruce Lee." "Everything that Bruce Lee did flowed from his mind and his thinking." And it flowed from his pride in his Chinese heritage as well. And it was apparently a conversation that Lee himself had with one of his directors. Muhammad Ali, who has long been called "The Greatest of All Time," was at the center of national attention during his days as a professional fighter. If Lee can use legs, then he has the power, skill and quickness to hurt Ali badly. Lines have already been drawn in the sand, and assuming you've seen the film and have thought about that moment after you left the theater, you've probably already crystallized your feelings on it. Ali was world heavyweight champion at the time and Bruce saw him as the greatest fighter of them all. However, much of the setup is accurate. Bruce Lee can be seen employing a similar approach to his own footwork in his martial arts movies. This philosophy was arguably the precursor to mixed martial arts. With his crazy kicks and lightning-fast speed, the man went from TV sidekick to blockbuster star in just a few years. "Bruce Lee was mainly Wing Chun, combined with Muhammad Ali-style boxing," Chan said. "Bruce Lee was kind of an arrogant guy," Tarantino said. Tarantino featured the 100-year-old Musso & Frank Grill and other famed Hollywood Boulevard locations in the film. Lee stood at 1.7 meters and weighed 61 kg. Muhammad Ali is arguably one of the greatest boxers of all time, known for his speed and agility in the ring. Muhammed Ali passed away this evening: Had Lee lived, it is almost certain that the pair would have crossed paths, but his untimely demise meant that their acquaintanceship, much like this fan-fueled superfight, would be confined to fantasy. For the record, Lee was 5-foot-7 and 145 pounds, while Ali was 6-foot-3 and more than 200 pounds during their respective heydays. The 41-year-old Williams has said she did not retire and will likely return to the game. Enter the Sweepstakes and receive the RockMerch newsletter with exclusive product discounts. On the other hand, Bruce Lee was a martial artist, a discipline known for its intricate techniques and strategies. Bruce was looking into the mirror, moving along with Ali. He is a combat person. So what if Ali and Lee had gotten together? Nicholas' love for telling stories is inspired by his love for film noir, westerns, superhero movies, classic films, and ancient history. He can be reached by email at cnrmail@bellsouth.net and on Twitter at @cnraymond91. "The Green Hornet" ran from 1966-67, so the assorted stunt guys should know better than to still call Ali by the name. Ali, who passed away in 2016 at the age of 74, called it time on his professional boxing career after defeats to Larry Holmes and Trevor Berbick. He takes to hunting, cooking and fathering more children, but is haunted by . Lee set up a wide mirror so that he could follow along with Alis movements as they occurred on screen. A clip of the training is shown in the film. Like bigjeffoh, I quickly thought of Super Chicken. The story of Ali was unearthed in the 1970s by Mass Appeal. The same problems would exist. Muhammad Ali's Bodyguard Challenged Bruce Lee to a Fight Then This Happened BruceLeeRealFight 1.2M views 2 years ago Life is really short- Muhammad Ali Deepak Shastri 102K views 4. (The Pussycat was torn down in 2000, but the marquee was rebuilt for the film.). Because while he may lay more hits on Tyson, one hit from. He probably wouldn't have stood a chance. But if Cliff and Bruce Lee were fighting in the jungles of the Philippines in a hand-to-hand combat fight, Cliff would kill him.". "The reality of the situation is this: Cliff is a Green Beret. You will be redirected back to your article in, Get The Latest IndieWire Alerts And Newsletters Delivered Directly To Your Inbox. It's a fictional character. In the past, Lee claimed that if he ever met Ali, he would be assassinated. Bruce Lee was a man who could flow like water, scream like an animal, and spin some nunchucks like nobody's business. So just what is real in "Hollywood"? Bruce's right hand followed Ali's right hand, Ali's left foot followed Bruce's left foot. Bruce Lee admired Muhammad Ali and had immense respect for him. Watch Lee in any of his movies and youll get frequent glimpses of swift lateral movement. The French Normandy-style house where the murders took place was destroyed in 1994. "That was a must-have and we showed quintessential Hollywood locations that have survived. Without a subpoena, voluntary compliance on the part of your Internet Service Provider, or additional records from a third party, information stored or retrieved for this purpose alone cannot usually be used to identify you. Everything you should know about Sharon Tate, 'Once Upon A Time in Hollywood' is Tarantino's biggest debut ever. A cerebral edema (swelling of the brain) had claimed the life of this extraordinarily gifted 32-year-old, who would achieve posthumous superstardom when his seminal movie Enter the Dragon was released in U. S. theaters the following month. He'd kill me.". One has to wonder if this will come up when the new Bruce Lee documentary airs on ESPN on June 7. Alright? THE RING SHOP (CLICK HERE). "After a 32-year battle with Parkinson's disease, Muhammad Ali has passed away at the age of 74. A closer look at the early rise of the beloved iconic three-time boxing champion. Not only did he say that but his wife, Linda Lee, said that in her first biography I ever read. "Muhammad Ali Unfiltered: Rare, Iconic, and Officially Authorized Photos of the Greatest", p.118, Simon and Schuster 180 Copy quote But this doesnt mean the name "Bruce Lee" needs the name "Muhammad Ali" to be great. Bruce was looking into the mirror, moving along with Ali.Bruces right hand followed Alis right hand, Alis left foot followed Bruces left foot. Some people thought Lee would be able to dominate Ali in a fight, while others argued Ali would knock Lee out easily. Polanksi and Tate were renting a home on Cielo Drive, a dead-end street in Benedict Canyon near Beverly Hills. It is a whip rather than a club. ", Also pictured are the classic, still-standing marquees of famed bar the Frolic Room, the Pantages Theater (both still open) and the Vine Theater. One Winner will receive $500 in FREE authentic, licensed, Rock Music Merchandise from RockMerch. In fact, Complex reported that Lee once said that Ali would kill him if the two ever fought. Peter finds it hard to keep himself occupied, since Catherine managed to jail all his friend at the end of last season. Filmmakers were able to re-create "pretty much building-for-building what Spahn Ranch used to look like," says Schuler. Look at my hand, he said. Despite his tragic passing, fans have continued to debate how Lee would have held himself against other legends in crossover fights. Not consenting or withdrawing consent, may adversely affect certain features and functions. Mike Tyson and Muhammad Ali never fought inside the squared circle. He admires combat, and boxing is a closer approximation of combat as a sport. Lee studied his fights intensely with the intention of getting to know how he thinks and moves. Whatever the outcome, the Battle of Icons wouldve been one hell of an event. And there you have it. Legendary Boxer Muhammad Ali Has Died at Age 74. (Muhammad) Alis theory is to picture hitting a fly with a swatter.. All rights reserved. Because he was a brilliant and seasoned professional who took hits for a living. Bruce said, 'I'm studying every move he makes. After watching a lot of Alis fights, Bruce Lee actually admitted that he would lose to Ali if they ever came to blows [via Complex]. At the young age of 22, Ali became the heavyweight boxing champion of the world after defeating Sonny Liston in 1964. 'That's a little Chinese hand. Unlike the Inoki affair, we can choose our rules. He has killed many men in WWII in hand-to-hand combat. No, and theres no evidence to suggest that Lee was an effective enough grappler to overcome such an enormous size disadvantage. That logic echoes what I personally believe to be the point of including Lee in this film at all: what stunt coordinator Robert Alonzo described asthe purpose of the scene, which was to "explain to the audience the level at which Cliff was [operating]." Did he cut easy? Even if they were the same size, Id still go for Muhammad Ali, because he actually had competition experience where Bruce Lee did not. Did Bruce Lee stand a chance against Cassius Clay? Hed kill me. As two of the biggest icons of their time and with both being associated with fighting, one in the ring and one on the big screen, the conversation on who wins a dream fight between Muhammad Ali and Bruce Lee was a common one back in the late 1960s and early 1970s, a conversation thats still had today. Ali's the greatest there's ever been." Tyson was the youngest heavyweight champion of all-time at 20 years old. Bob Greenwade said. "Everybody says I must fight Ali some day." Bruce Lee did say that, he meant in a boxing match. One can understand where Lee was coming from but while Sullivan didnt impress him, the likes of Muhammad Ali and Jersey Joe Walcott most certainly did. Join our newsletter to get info about latest events and deals! Quentin Tarantino broke his silence on the backlash to Once Upon a Time in Hollywood during the films recent Moscow press conference. To provide the best experiences, we use technologies like cookies to store and/or access device information. Here's how the fighting style of martial arts legend Bruce Lee was influenced by the moves of heavyweight boxing champion Muhammad Ali. Bruce was looking into the mirror, moving along with Ali. The followers lived there for a year and a half, from the spring of 1968 until August 1969, when Manson was arrested. Gavin Evans is a contributor for Complex Media. Follow him on Twitter: @Tom_Gray_Boxing, GET THE LATEST ISSUE AT The way he was talking, I didnt just make a lot of that up. Here's why, By Bruce Lee 's own admission, Muhammad Ali is one fighter that he thought he could never beat in a fight. A cerebral edema (swelling of the brain) had claimed the life of this extraordinarily gifted 32-year-old, who would achieve posthumous superstardom when his seminal movie Enter the Dragon was released in U. S. theaters the following month. Must be 18 years of age to enter Sweepstakes. When both were at the peak of their careers, there was a lot of talk about who would win if Bruce Lee and Muhammad Ali ever got into a fight. Bruce set up a wide full-length mirror to reflect Alis image from the screen. With his innovative approach to the martial arts, his uncanny ability to master whatever he was shown in minutes and those incredible physical tools, he might have transcended boxing, or UFC, just as he did action cinema. Alright? ET and will be broadcast in the U.K. on BT Sport 2 tomorrow (June 8) at 9.00 p.m. Tom Gray is Associate Editor for Ring Magazine. That didnt come from nowhere. Throughout the years, Muhammad Ali has been involved in so many hypothetical fight scenarios. 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Here are answers to the major questions. "I went and worked out with [Lee] at his school," LeBell was quoted as saying. Bruce Lee was tiny, and Muhammad Ali was a heavyweight! Nicholas Raymond is a staff movies & TV features writer for Screen Rant. Cliff is not part of the sport that is like combat, he is a warrior. "The documentary showed Ali in several of his fights. Lee was referring to Alis dancing legs and the Ali shuffle, which he became known for in the ring. The documentary showed Ali in several of his fights. Lee was a smaller man, as he was about 5-foot 7-inches tall and about 140-pounds. The size difference between the two was enormous. They share an almost mystical fan affection because of their unique skills, which are sometimes overlooked because of their impact on worldwide culture. (Given that Dalton is fictional, his house obviously wasn't next door.). Enter the Dragon director Clouse, who worked closely with Lee for the 1973 cult classic, revealed that the Hong Kong-American former actor opened up about the outcome of the fight. In December 1939, his parents went to Chinatown, San Francisco in California for an international opera tour. If you ask me the question, Who would win in a fight: Bruce Lee or Dracula? Its the same question. "That's a little Chinese hand. The technical storage or access is required to create user profiles to send advertising, or to track the user on a website or across several websites for similar marketing purposes. Lee highly respected Ali for being a role model for all martial artists, saying that Ali had a way of "using what he knows to be free" when standing in the ring. Bruce knew he could never win a fight against Ali. Muhammad Ali would win, because Bruce Lee was an actor and not actually an athlete. If Bruce Lee truly believed that Ali could defeat him, that would be reason enough for Lee to take inspiration from him. Bruce Lee first introduced nunchucks in the films in Fist of Fury and again in The Way of the Dragon before Inosanto was cast in Lee's unfinished film Game of Death, where the pair go at each . Far from being insulted or intimidated by Gene LeBell's attempt to put him in his place, Bruce Lee took it as a learning experience. On the night of Aug. 8, Tate, 26, who was 8 months pregnant, had friends staying with her, including celebrity hair stylist and ex-boyfriend Jay Sebring (Emile Hirsch); Abigail Folger (Samantha Robinson), an heir to the Folger coffee family; and Abigail's boyfriend, Voytek Frykowski (Costa Ronin). Ali was world heavyweight champion at the time and Bruce saw him as the greatest fighter of them all. The real Lee was a big fan of boxing and "worshipped" Ali. The weight and height advantage is massive. He is a killer. Ali (left) attempts to evade kicks from wrestler Antonio Inoki. Check your inbox or spam folder to confirm your subscription. Both struggled through adversity and racism, both transcended cultural and nationalistic boundaries, both were wonderfully charismatic and both were astonishingly gifted in their respective fields. When Bruce Lee was younger, he predicted Muhammad Ali would kill him. Lee passed away in 1973 at the age of 32. As explained by The Things, Bruce Lee was taking his status as a legitimate fighter a little too seriously when he was playing Kato on "The Green Hornet" in 1966. Still, I was interested in what Tarantino had to say, and I suspect many of you are, too. "Bruce Lee was often a cocky, strutting braggart, but Tarantino took those traits and exaggerated them to the point of caricature," says Polly, who takes exception with Lee boasting about beating boxing champ Cassius Clay (later Muhammad Ali) in a fight. He has killed many men in WWII in hand to hand combat. If you ask me the question, Who would win in a fight: Bruce Lee or Dracula? Its the same question. The three-time World Heavyweight Champion boxer died this evening," Bob Gunnell . Randy Couture's manager, Sam Spira, who is a martial artist and big in the MMA community, says he saw Chuck Norris and Bruce Lee spar. Bruce set up a wide full-length. Muhammad Ali is the GOAT of boxing. The documentary Bruce Lee30 for 30, Be Water airs on ESPN tonight (June 7) at 9.00 p.m. The heavyweight champ had trained briefly in Tae Kwon Do under the watchful eye of one of Bruce Lees closest friends, Grand Master Jhoon Rhee, and claimed to have developed the Accu-Punch. He neednt have bothered. In June 1976, he ventured to Japan to take on a famous wrestler named Antonio Inoki. What he admires is combat, and boxing is a closer approximation of combat as a sport than martial arts tournaments are. Rousey certainly makes a valid point. . Bruce Lee's father Lee Hoi-chuen was a famous Cantonese opera singer based in Hong Kong. If i want to learn how to punch jabs, uppercuts, cross, etc., i would ask Ali to teach me that. . Bruce set up a wide full-length mirror to reflect Ali's image from the screen. A wonderful, wonderful man and a great martial artist.". Well, the problem with (them) is that they are the John L. Sullivans of the feet. Western boxing was a part of Lees game but he was no world champion and the weight differential makes such a matchup ludicrous to the point of being insulting. 25 Things You Didnt Know About Muhammad Ali, Ali's funeral in Louisville, Ky. on Friday. Offline. "If people are saying, 'Well he never said he could beat up Muhammad Ali,' well yeah, he did,"the director continued, via Deadline. Finding oneself is . And the UFC, meanwhile, might still be a barely-regulated promotion with fighters specializing in only one style, as opposed to the mixed martial arts (emphasis on mixed) juggernaut it is today. At four months old (April 1941), the Lee family returned to Hong Kong. If I say Cliff can beat Bruce Lee up, hes a fictional character so he could beat Bruce Lee up. Speaking to Lee on the set of the 1973 film Enter the Dragon, director Robert Clause recalls the actor stating, "Everybody says . Thats a little Chinese hand. Lee was known to be a very humble man and while the scene was certainly entertaining, it was inaccurate. Bruce Lee himself was actually inspired by him. Lee then challenges the stuntman to a best-of-three fight that ultimately ends in a draw when a stunt coordinator(Zoe Bell)angrily puts a stop to the "friendly contest.". But in a devastating twist of fate, the Hong Kong actor didn't live to see his big breakout moment. 8 yr. ago Damn. 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