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CITIZEN SLEUTH

CITIZEN SLEUTH

> DIR. DAVID GREGORY

> 2023 | USA | 100 MINS

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When martial arts superstar Bruce Lee died in 1973, the world went into mourning. Despite his minuscule filmography, he broke down international barriers and became an global icon. So, what happens when an actor and artist at the height of their career is no longer able to fill the vast demand for his talents? In the ‘70s and ‘80s, an entire subgenre dedicated to filling that void was born.

Filled with incredible footage, this actionpacked doc tracks the history of the infamous Bruceploitation subgenre through the eyes of those who helped create it. The

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Make sure you book your tickets to see the ultimate Bruceploitation film

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THE CLONES OF BRUCE that will follow directly after this kick-ass documentary!

“Extremely thorough and highly entertaining doc on the sordid history of one of the strangest subgenres of all - Bruceploitation. Terrific for newbies and aficionados alike.” - CINEMA STRIKES BACK.

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