Well, it’s a new year once more. 2016 brought its mix of good and bad like any
year does. Let’s not forget that. Here’s hoping 2017 can be a little better
than the previous year. As usual for January, welcome to Martial Arts Month.
Yeah, it’s such an original title, I sarcastically say. Every year around this
time, I look at the various things in movies, games, or TV that involve the
martial arts. I barely know any styles myself but I’ve always had a love for this
stuff.
I thought I’d start
the month with the one who started it all for me: Bruce Lee. Yeah, it always
comes back to him in one way or another. He was one of the most influential
martial artists in that he introduced the wider world to martial arts and Asian
culture in general. Even though he left this world too soon, his influence can
still be felt today especially in pop culture. He’s been referenced in a lot of
places. Heck, he’s even an unlockable character in a UFC video game. So, here
are my favorite references or homages to the man himself. They come from
everywhere including movies, video games, TV, and more.