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‘Enter the Dragon’
and the inimitable
Bruce Lee
> Interviews with the stars of this
cult classic on its anniversary
Brandon Yip
Senior Columnist
wkweK KY
ruce Lee was like a shooting star. Like
James Dean, he appeared briefly in the
public’s psyche—and then he was gone.
August marks the anniversary of when
Lee’s seminal film, Enter the Dragon, was
released in North America. Sadly, Lee died
in Hong Kong at the age of 32 on July 20—a
month before the film’s release.
He had starred in only four films
(Game of Death released posthumously
in 1978). It was a short but memorable
body of work. Lee possessed a dynamic
screen presence with his good looks
and natural charisma. He also revealed
to be very articulate, introspective, and
philosophical.
After the release of Lee’s first Hong
Kong film, The Big Boss (1971), he was a
superstar. However, Lee dismissed the
notion of being a “star,” and told this to
noted Canadian author Pierre Berton in
arare TV interview: “I’m honestly saying
this. Yes, I have been very successful. [...] I
do not look upon myself as a star; I really
don’t—believe me.”
John Saxon, who co-starred with
Lee in Enter the Dragon as the character
Roper, recently died on July 25 at the age
of 83. He recounted fond memories of
Bruce and the film in an interview he
gave to the Other Press in November 2017:
“Bruce was a goal setter. His legacy was
what he had set a goal for himself. We
never expected such a reaction from the
very start. The movie touches people in
a way hard to define. My wife has seen it
seven times and says there are few movies
she can see more than a few times. But
this one is different.”
Bob Wall, who played
the villain O’Hara, also has
good memories of John Saxon
and Bruce Lee—telling this
to the Other Press in an email
interview: “John was a very
good man. [...] John was a
consummate actor and I
admired how prepared, friendly,
and calm John was on set. John
and Bruce got along very well
and appreciated one another’s
talents. Like Bruce, John will be
missed greatly. It was my honour
to work with both!”
Darnell Garcia, who
played a gangster in Enter the
Dragon, remembers the impact
the movie made on him. “The
movie in fact helped to open
doors later in life for me as well,
it got me into other films,” Garcia stated in
an interview with the Other Press. Garcia
and Jackie Chan were both stuntmen in
this movie. “The film will endure and had
Bruce lived, he would have taken on other
roles and expanded martial arts in cinema
in my opinion.”
Legendary film score composer,
Lalo Schifrin (who made the Mission:
Impossible theme song), says he is proud
to be associated with the film. “I became
immediately seduced by the project
because at the Paris Conservatory I
studied Ethno Musicology, so I knew the
details that made the music of the Orient
so different,” Schifrin said in an email
interview with the Other Press. He also
recalls a funny encounter he had with
Lee: “Bruce Lee, himself, asked me, ‘What
kind of sports are you practicing, Lalo?’
My answer was ‘tennis. He said, ‘No, you
have to do martial arts!” Schifrin was
inspired—he practiced with Lee himself
at a few points. Eventually Lalo got a black
belt from Bruce Lee’s disciples.
Remarkably, Enter the Dragon cost
$850,000 to make—and it grossed $25
million from its initial North American
release and $90 million worldwide in 1973.
At this point, it has earned its original
budget about 411 times over; it is one of
the most profitable movies to ever have
been made. Bruce Lee continues to be
revered 47 years after his death. UFC
president, Dana White, proclaims Lee
to be the “godfather of mixed martial
arts.” Late NBA superstar Kobe Bryant
also stated that “Mamba Mentality” was
influenced heavily by Lee.
In addition, Lee’s image as a martial
arts film icon has been discovered by a new
generation of fans. Ryan Yip, a Vancouver
resident, says Enter the Dragon is one of
his favourite martial arts movies. “It had
a much bigger budget than his previous
movies and was the first of his movies
to be made in English,” Yip said in an
Love and Canadian Rock
>» An album review of ‘A War On Everything’ by The Glorious Sons
Jonathan Pabico
Contributor
wkeK KY
t was disappointing to find out that
fans will not be attending the summer
concerts of the Canadian rockers The
Glorious Sons. The band cancelled their
upcoming July and August tour dates for
their recent album A War On Everything
due to COVID-19. Regardless of this
unfortunate news, people can be comforted
and reassured by the fact that their
newest soundtrack will easily outlast the
pandemic.
Contrary to the album’s title, most of
the songs are not brooding contemplations
about war. They are, instead, armed with
surprisingly simple themes about love and
hope. At the same time, the collection
reaches the precipice of punk rock with raw
lyrics and fierce soundscapes.
Tracks like “The Laws of Love
and War” have gentle sounds from the
acoustic guitar paired with soft vocals
that provide a delicate break from the
album’s more thrilling selections. With
this, the band illustrates that they are not
afraid of bringing heart and warmth to
the rock genre.
Despite this approach, A War On
Everything is not as exhilarating as past
albums The Union and Young Beauties
and Fools. The Glorious Sons’ previous
work had songs with more experimental
subtleties and better arrangements. Their
current collection feels more conventional,
even though the tracks have some
innovative elements.
The band’s playlist still provides the
typical fun you would expect from a rock
‘y roll album ready to be blasted at full
volume on your radio during a road trip
post-pandemic. The song “One More
Summer” has a satisfying guitar intro
that retreats into a backdrop so that the
unrelenting vocals and sharp beats from
the drums can take centre stage during
the chorus. While the piece is about past
betrayal, the music can still satisfy your
vacation needs with its vigorous rhythms.
Many of the album’s tracks deliver
positive tones that are enjoyable for any
listener. One of the best takeaways is
“Kingdom in My Heart”—it’s filled with
uplifting energy. The intro’s rollicking claps
theotherpress.ca
Illustration by Athena Little
email interview with the Other Press.
“Lavish set designs, a Bond-like plot, and
likable characters are only overshadowed
by Bruce’s freakish athleticism and
wonderfully choreographed fight scenes.”
Finally, Bruce Lee had to overcome
racial barriers early in his Hollywood
career when he was unable to obtain
substantial roles because of his race.
Interestingly, in the same December
1971 TV interview with Pierre Berton,
Lee was asked if he saw himself first as
Chinese or as North American. Lee offered
remarkable introspection and honesty,
looking inwards beyond his own skin
colour. Lee stated, “You know what I want
to think of myself as? A human being.
Because, I mean, and J don’t wanna sound
like [what] Confucius [would] say, but
under the sky, under the heaven man,
there is but one family. It just so happens
man, that people are different.”
are infused with resonating guitar solos,
and then they are followed by vibrant piano
strokes. These style choices perfectly balance
with lyrics like “life will rip us to pieces, and
we'll just laugh it off” This dynamic song
conveys how past hardships are made better
by those still there for you today.
The album may be underwhelming
for those seeking the same level of
boldness from past collections. However,
the band combines straightforward
themes with enthusiastic tracks to provide
poignant melodies. If you're looking for
music to please your inner rocker, then
The Glorious Sons’ A War On Everything
is the answer to that quest. To stay
updated with The Glorious Sons, visit the
band’s official website.
‘Enter the Dragon’
and the inimitable
Bruce Lee
> Interviews with the stars of this
cult classic on its anniversary
Brandon Yip
Senior Columnist
wkweK KY
ruce Lee was like a shooting star. Like
James Dean, he appeared briefly in the
public’s psyche—and then he was gone.
August marks the anniversary of when
Lee’s seminal film, Enter the Dragon, was
released in North America. Sadly, Lee died
in Hong Kong at the age of 32 on July 20—a
month before the film’s release.
He had starred in only four films
(Game of Death released posthumously
in 1978). It was a short but memorable
body of work. Lee possessed a dynamic
screen presence with his good looks
and natural charisma. He also revealed
to be very articulate, introspective, and
philosophical.
After the release of Lee’s first Hong
Kong film, The Big Boss (1971), he was a
superstar. However, Lee dismissed the
notion of being a “star,” and told this to
noted Canadian author Pierre Berton in
arare TV interview: “I’m honestly saying
this. Yes, I have been very successful. [...] I
do not look upon myself as a star; I really
don’t—believe me.”
John Saxon, who co-starred with
Lee in Enter the Dragon as the character
Roper, recently died on July 25 at the age
of 83. He recounted fond memories of
Bruce and the film in an interview he
gave to the Other Press in November 2017:
“Bruce was a goal setter. His legacy was
what he had set a goal for himself. We
never expected such a reaction from the
very start. The movie touches people in
a way hard to define. My wife has seen it
seven times and says there are few movies
she can see more than a few times. But
this one is different.”
Bob Wall, who played
the villain O’Hara, also has
good memories of John Saxon
and Bruce Lee—telling this
to the Other Press in an email
interview: “John was a very
good man. [...] John was a
consummate actor and I
admired how prepared, friendly,
and calm John was on set. John
and Bruce got along very well
and appreciated one another’s
talents. Like Bruce, John will be
missed greatly. It was my honour
to work with both!”
Darnell Garcia, who
played a gangster in Enter the
Dragon, remembers the impact
the movie made on him. “The
movie in fact helped to open
doors later in life for me as well,
it got me into other films,” Garcia stated in
an interview with the Other Press. Garcia
and Jackie Chan were both stuntmen in
this movie. “The film will endure and had
Bruce lived, he would have taken on other
roles and expanded martial arts in cinema
in my opinion.”
Legendary film score composer,
Lalo Schifrin (who made the Mission:
Impossible theme song), says he is proud
to be associated with the film. “I became
immediately seduced by the project
because at the Paris Conservatory I
studied Ethno Musicology, so I knew the
details that made the music of the Orient
so different,” Schifrin said in an email
interview with the Other Press. He also
recalls a funny encounter he had with
Lee: “Bruce Lee, himself, asked me, ‘What
kind of sports are you practicing, Lalo?’
My answer was ‘tennis. He said, ‘No, you
have to do martial arts!” Schifrin was
inspired—he practiced with Lee himself
at a few points. Eventually Lalo got a black
belt from Bruce Lee’s disciples.
Remarkably, Enter the Dragon cost
$850,000 to make—and it grossed $25
million from its initial North American
release and $90 million worldwide in 1973.
At this point, it has earned its original
budget about 411 times over; it is one of
the most profitable movies to ever have
been made. Bruce Lee continues to be
revered 47 years after his death. UFC
president, Dana White, proclaims Lee
to be the “godfather of mixed martial
arts.” Late NBA superstar Kobe Bryant
also stated that “Mamba Mentality” was
influenced heavily by Lee.
In addition, Lee’s image as a martial
arts film icon has been discovered by a new
generation of fans. Ryan Yip, a Vancouver
resident, says Enter the Dragon is one of
his favourite martial arts movies. “It had
a much bigger budget than his previous
movies and was the first of his movies
to be made in English,” Yip said in an
Love and Canadian Rock
>» An album review of ‘A War On Everything’ by The Glorious Sons
Jonathan Pabico
Contributor
wkeK KY
t was disappointing to find out that
fans will not be attending the summer
concerts of the Canadian rockers The
Glorious Sons. The band cancelled their
upcoming July and August tour dates for
their recent album A War On Everything
due to COVID-19. Regardless of this
unfortunate news, people can be comforted
and reassured by the fact that their
newest soundtrack will easily outlast the
pandemic.
Contrary to the album’s title, most of
the songs are not brooding contemplations
about war. They are, instead, armed with
surprisingly simple themes about love and
hope. At the same time, the collection
reaches the precipice of punk rock with raw
lyrics and fierce soundscapes.
Tracks like “The Laws of Love
and War” have gentle sounds from the
acoustic guitar paired with soft vocals
that provide a delicate break from the
album’s more thrilling selections. With
this, the band illustrates that they are not
afraid of bringing heart and warmth to
the rock genre.
Despite this approach, A War On
Everything is not as exhilarating as past
albums The Union and Young Beauties
and Fools. The Glorious Sons’ previous
work had songs with more experimental
subtleties and better arrangements. Their
current collection feels more conventional,
even though the tracks have some
innovative elements.
The band’s playlist still provides the
typical fun you would expect from a rock
‘y roll album ready to be blasted at full
volume on your radio during a road trip
post-pandemic. The song “One More
Summer” has a satisfying guitar intro
that retreats into a backdrop so that the
unrelenting vocals and sharp beats from
the drums can take centre stage during
the chorus. While the piece is about past
betrayal, the music can still satisfy your
vacation needs with its vigorous rhythms.
Many of the album’s tracks deliver
positive tones that are enjoyable for any
listener. One of the best takeaways is
“Kingdom in My Heart”—it’s filled with
uplifting energy. The intro’s rollicking claps
theotherpress.ca
Illustration by Athena Little
email interview with the Other Press.
“Lavish set designs, a Bond-like plot, and
likable characters are only overshadowed
by Bruce’s freakish athleticism and
wonderfully choreographed fight scenes.”
Finally, Bruce Lee had to overcome
racial barriers early in his Hollywood
career when he was unable to obtain
substantial roles because of his race.
Interestingly, in the same December
1971 TV interview with Pierre Berton,
Lee was asked if he saw himself first as
Chinese or as North American. Lee offered
remarkable introspection and honesty,
looking inwards beyond his own skin
colour. Lee stated, “You know what I want
to think of myself as? A human being.
Because, I mean, and J don’t wanna sound
like [what] Confucius [would] say, but
under the sky, under the heaven man,
there is but one family. It just so happens
man, that people are different.”
are infused with resonating guitar solos,
and then they are followed by vibrant piano
strokes. These style choices perfectly balance
with lyrics like “life will rip us to pieces, and
we'll just laugh it off” This dynamic song
conveys how past hardships are made better
by those still there for you today.
The album may be underwhelming
for those seeking the same level of
boldness from past collections. However,
the band combines straightforward
themes with enthusiastic tracks to provide
poignant melodies. If you're looking for
music to please your inner rocker, then
The Glorious Sons’ A War On Everything
is the answer to that quest. To stay
updated with The Glorious Sons, visit the
band’s official website.
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arts // no. §
‘Enter the Dragon’
and the inimitable
Bruce Lee
> Interviews with the stars of this
cult classic on its anniversary
Brandon Yip
Senior Columnist
wkweK KY
ruce Lee was like a shooting star. Like
James Dean, he appeared briefly in the
public’s psyche—and then he was gone.
August marks the anniversary of when
Lee’s seminal film, Enter the Dragon, was
released in North America. Sadly, Lee died
in Hong Kong at the age of 32 on July 20—a
month before the film’s release.
He had starred in only four films
(Game of Death released posthumously
in 1978). It was a short but memorable
body of work. Lee possessed a dynamic
screen presence with his good looks
and natural charisma. He also revealed
to be very articulate, introspective, and
philosophical.
After the release of Lee’s first Hong
Kong film, The Big Boss (1971), he was a
superstar. However, Lee dismissed the
notion of being a “star,” and told this to
noted Canadian author Pierre Berton in
arare TV interview: “I’m honestly saying
this. Yes, I have been very successful. [...] I
do not look upon myself as a star; I really
don’t—believe me.”
John Saxon, who co-starred with
Lee in Enter the Dragon as the character
Roper, recently died on July 25 at the age
of 83. He recounted fond memories of
Bruce and the film in an interview he
gave to the Other Press in November 2017:
“Bruce was a goal setter. His legacy was
what he had set a goal for himself. We
never expected such a reaction from the
very start. The movie touches people in
a way hard to define. My wife has seen it
seven times and says there are few movies
she can see more than a few times. But
this one is different.”
Bob Wall, who played
the villain O’Hara, also has
good memories of John Saxon
and Bruce Lee—telling this
to the Other Press in an email
interview: “John was a very
good man. [...] John was a
consummate actor and I
admired how prepared, friendly,
and calm John was on set. John
and Bruce got along very well
and appreciated one another’s
talents. Like Bruce, John will be
missed greatly. It was my honour
to work with both!”
Darnell Garcia, who
played a gangster in Enter the
Dragon, remembers the impact
the movie made on him. “The
movie in fact helped to open
doors later in life for me as well,
it got me into other films,” Garcia stated in
an interview with the Other Press. Garcia
and Jackie Chan were both stuntmen in
this movie. “The film will endure and had
Bruce lived, he would have taken on other
roles and expanded martial arts in cinema
in my opinion.”
Legendary film score composer,
Lalo Schifrin (who made the Mission:
Impossible theme song), says he is proud
to be associated with the film. “I became
immediately seduced by the project
because at the Paris Conservatory I
studied Ethno Musicology, so I knew the
details that made the music of the Orient
so different,” Schifrin said in an email
interview with the Other Press. He also
recalls a funny encounter he had with
Lee: “Bruce Lee, himself, asked me, ‘What
kind of sports are you practicing, Lalo?’
My answer was ‘tennis. He said, ‘No, you
have to do martial arts!” Schifrin was
inspired—he practiced with Lee himself
at a few points. Eventually Lalo got a black
belt from Bruce Lee’s disciples.
Remarkably, Enter the Dragon cost
$850,000 to make—and it grossed $25
million from its initial North American
release and $90 million worldwide in 1973.
At this point, it has earned its original
budget about 411 times over; it is one of
the most profitable movies to ever have
been made. Bruce Lee continues to be
revered 47 years after his death. UFC
president, Dana White, proclaims Lee
to be the “godfather of mixed martial
arts.” Late NBA superstar Kobe Bryant
also stated that “Mamba Mentality” was
influenced heavily by Lee.
In addition, Lee’s image as a martial
arts film icon has been discovered by a new
generation of fans. Ryan Yip, a Vancouver
resident, says Enter the Dragon is one of
his favourite martial arts movies. “It had
a much bigger budget than his previous
movies and was the first of his movies
to be made in English,” Yip said in an
Love and Canadian Rock
>» An album review of ‘A War On Everything’ by The Glorious Sons
Jonathan Pabico
Contributor
wkeK KY
t was disappointing to find out that
fans will not be attending the summer
concerts of the Canadian rockers The
Glorious Sons. The band cancelled their
upcoming July and August tour dates for
their recent album A War On Everything
due to COVID-19. Regardless of this
unfortunate news, people can be comforted
and reassured by the fact that their
newest soundtrack will easily outlast the
pandemic.
Contrary to the album’s title, most of
the songs are not brooding contemplations
about war. They are, instead, armed with
surprisingly simple themes about love and
hope. At the same time, the collection
reaches the precipice of punk rock with raw
lyrics and fierce soundscapes.
Tracks like “The Laws of Love
and War” have gentle sounds from the
acoustic guitar paired with soft vocals
that provide a delicate break from the
album’s more thrilling selections. With
this, the band illustrates that they are not
afraid of bringing heart and warmth to
the rock genre.
Despite this approach, A War On
Everything is not as exhilarating as past
albums The Union and Young Beauties
and Fools. The Glorious Sons’ previous
work had songs with more experimental
subtleties and better arrangements. Their
current collection feels more conventional,
even though the tracks have some
innovative elements.
The band’s playlist still provides the
typical fun you would expect from a rock
‘y roll album ready to be blasted at full
volume on your radio during a road trip
post-pandemic. The song “One More
Summer” has a satisfying guitar intro
that retreats into a backdrop so that the
unrelenting vocals and sharp beats from
the drums can take centre stage during
the chorus. While the piece is about past
betrayal, the music can still satisfy your
vacation needs with its vigorous rhythms.
Many of the album’s tracks deliver
positive tones that are enjoyable for any
listener. One of the best takeaways is
“Kingdom in My Heart”—it’s filled with
uplifting energy. The intro’s rollicking claps
theotherpress.ca
Illustration by Athena Little
email interview with the Other Press.
“Lavish set designs, a Bond-like plot, and
likable characters are only overshadowed
by Bruce’s freakish athleticism and
wonderfully choreographed fight scenes.”
Finally, Bruce Lee had to overcome
racial barriers early in his Hollywood
career when he was unable to obtain
substantial roles because of his race.
Interestingly, in the same December
1971 TV interview with Pierre Berton,
Lee was asked if he saw himself first as
Chinese or as North American. Lee offered
remarkable introspection and honesty,
looking inwards beyond his own skin
colour. Lee stated, “You know what I want
to think of myself as? A human being.
Because, I mean, and J don’t wanna sound
like [what] Confucius [would] say, but
under the sky, under the heaven man,
there is but one family. It just so happens
man, that people are different.”
are infused with resonating guitar solos,
and then they are followed by vibrant piano
strokes. These style choices perfectly balance
with lyrics like “life will rip us to pieces, and
we'll just laugh it off” This dynamic song
conveys how past hardships are made better
by those still there for you today.
The album may be underwhelming
for those seeking the same level of
boldness from past collections. However,
the band combines straightforward
themes with enthusiastic tracks to provide
poignant melodies. If you're looking for
music to please your inner rocker, then
The Glorious Sons’ A War On Everything
is the answer to that quest. To stay
updated with The Glorious Sons, visit the
band’s official website.
‘Enter the Dragon’
and the inimitable
Bruce Lee
> Interviews with the stars of this
cult classic on its anniversary
Brandon Yip
Senior Columnist
wkweK KY
ruce Lee was like a shooting star. Like
James Dean, he appeared briefly in the
public’s psyche—and then he was gone.
August marks the anniversary of when
Lee’s seminal film, Enter the Dragon, was
released in North America. Sadly, Lee died
in Hong Kong at the age of 32 on July 20—a
month before the film’s release.
He had starred in only four films
(Game of Death released posthumously
in 1978). It was a short but memorable
body of work. Lee possessed a dynamic
screen presence with his good looks
and natural charisma. He also revealed
to be very articulate, introspective, and
philosophical.
After the release of Lee’s first Hong
Kong film, The Big Boss (1971), he was a
superstar. However, Lee dismissed the
notion of being a “star,” and told this to
noted Canadian author Pierre Berton in
arare TV interview: “I’m honestly saying
this. Yes, I have been very successful. [...] I
do not look upon myself as a star; I really
don’t—believe me.”
John Saxon, who co-starred with
Lee in Enter the Dragon as the character
Roper, recently died on July 25 at the age
of 83. He recounted fond memories of
Bruce and the film in an interview he
gave to the Other Press in November 2017:
“Bruce was a goal setter. His legacy was
what he had set a goal for himself. We
never expected such a reaction from the
very start. The movie touches people in
a way hard to define. My wife has seen it
seven times and says there are few movies
she can see more than a few times. But
this one is different.”
Bob Wall, who played
the villain O’Hara, also has
good memories of John Saxon
and Bruce Lee—telling this
to the Other Press in an email
interview: “John was a very
good man. [...] John was a
consummate actor and I
admired how prepared, friendly,
and calm John was on set. John
and Bruce got along very well
and appreciated one another’s
talents. Like Bruce, John will be
missed greatly. It was my honour
to work with both!”
Darnell Garcia, who
played a gangster in Enter the
Dragon, remembers the impact
the movie made on him. “The
movie in fact helped to open
doors later in life for me as well,
it got me into other films,” Garcia stated in
an interview with the Other Press. Garcia
and Jackie Chan were both stuntmen in
this movie. “The film will endure and had
Bruce lived, he would have taken on other
roles and expanded martial arts in cinema
in my opinion.”
Legendary film score composer,
Lalo Schifrin (who made the Mission:
Impossible theme song), says he is proud
to be associated with the film. “I became
immediately seduced by the project
because at the Paris Conservatory I
studied Ethno Musicology, so I knew the
details that made the music of the Orient
so different,” Schifrin said in an email
interview with the Other Press. He also
recalls a funny encounter he had with
Lee: “Bruce Lee, himself, asked me, ‘What
kind of sports are you practicing, Lalo?’
My answer was ‘tennis. He said, ‘No, you
have to do martial arts!” Schifrin was
inspired—he practiced with Lee himself
at a few points. Eventually Lalo got a black
belt from Bruce Lee’s disciples.
Remarkably, Enter the Dragon cost
$850,000 to make—and it grossed $25
million from its initial North American
release and $90 million worldwide in 1973.
At this point, it has earned its original
budget about 411 times over; it is one of
the most profitable movies to ever have
been made. Bruce Lee continues to be
revered 47 years after his death. UFC
president, Dana White, proclaims Lee
to be the “godfather of mixed martial
arts.” Late NBA superstar Kobe Bryant
also stated that “Mamba Mentality” was
influenced heavily by Lee.
In addition, Lee’s image as a martial
arts film icon has been discovered by a new
generation of fans. Ryan Yip, a Vancouver
resident, says Enter the Dragon is one of
his favourite martial arts movies. “It had
a much bigger budget than his previous
movies and was the first of his movies
to be made in English,” Yip said in an
Love and Canadian Rock
>» An album review of ‘A War On Everything’ by The Glorious Sons
Jonathan Pabico
Contributor
wkeK KY
t was disappointing to find out that
fans will not be attending the summer
concerts of the Canadian rockers The
Glorious Sons. The band cancelled their
upcoming July and August tour dates for
their recent album A War On Everything
due to COVID-19. Regardless of this
unfortunate news, people can be comforted
and reassured by the fact that their
newest soundtrack will easily outlast the
pandemic.
Contrary to the album’s title, most of
the songs are not brooding contemplations
about war. They are, instead, armed with
surprisingly simple themes about love and
hope. At the same time, the collection
reaches the precipice of punk rock with raw
lyrics and fierce soundscapes.
Tracks like “The Laws of Love
and War” have gentle sounds from the
acoustic guitar paired with soft vocals
that provide a delicate break from the
album’s more thrilling selections. With
this, the band illustrates that they are not
afraid of bringing heart and warmth to
the rock genre.
Despite this approach, A War On
Everything is not as exhilarating as past
albums The Union and Young Beauties
and Fools. The Glorious Sons’ previous
work had songs with more experimental
subtleties and better arrangements. Their
current collection feels more conventional,
even though the tracks have some
innovative elements.
The band’s playlist still provides the
typical fun you would expect from a rock
‘y roll album ready to be blasted at full
volume on your radio during a road trip
post-pandemic. The song “One More
Summer” has a satisfying guitar intro
that retreats into a backdrop so that the
unrelenting vocals and sharp beats from
the drums can take centre stage during
the chorus. While the piece is about past
betrayal, the music can still satisfy your
vacation needs with its vigorous rhythms.
Many of the album’s tracks deliver
positive tones that are enjoyable for any
listener. One of the best takeaways is
“Kingdom in My Heart”—it’s filled with
uplifting energy. The intro’s rollicking claps
theotherpress.ca
Illustration by Athena Little
email interview with the Other Press.
“Lavish set designs, a Bond-like plot, and
likable characters are only overshadowed
by Bruce’s freakish athleticism and
wonderfully choreographed fight scenes.”
Finally, Bruce Lee had to overcome
racial barriers early in his Hollywood
career when he was unable to obtain
substantial roles because of his race.
Interestingly, in the same December
1971 TV interview with Pierre Berton,
Lee was asked if he saw himself first as
Chinese or as North American. Lee offered
remarkable introspection and honesty,
looking inwards beyond his own skin
colour. Lee stated, “You know what I want
to think of myself as? A human being.
Because, I mean, and J don’t wanna sound
like [what] Confucius [would] say, but
under the sky, under the heaven man,
there is but one family. It just so happens
man, that people are different.”
are infused with resonating guitar solos,
and then they are followed by vibrant piano
strokes. These style choices perfectly balance
with lyrics like “life will rip us to pieces, and
we'll just laugh it off” This dynamic song
conveys how past hardships are made better
by those still there for you today.
The album may be underwhelming
for those seeking the same level of
boldness from past collections. However,
the band combines straightforward
themes with enthusiastic tracks to provide
poignant melodies. If you're looking for
music to please your inner rocker, then
The Glorious Sons’ A War On Everything
is the answer to that quest. To stay
updated with The Glorious Sons, visit the
band’s official website.
‘Enter the Dragon’
and the inimitable
Bruce Lee
> Interviews with the stars of this
cult classic on its anniversary
Brandon Yip
Senior Columnist
wkweK KY
ruce Lee was like a shooting star. Like
James Dean, he appeared briefly in the
public’s psyche—and then he was gone.
August marks the anniversary of when
Lee’s seminal film, Enter the Dragon, was
released in North America. Sadly, Lee died
in Hong Kong at the age of 32 on July 20—a
month before the film’s release.
He had starred in only four films
(Game of Death released posthumously
in 1978). It was a short but memorable
body of work. Lee possessed a dynamic
screen presence with his good looks
and natural charisma. He also revealed
to be very articulate, introspective, and
philosophical.
After the release of Lee’s first Hong
Kong film, The Big Boss (1971), he was a
superstar. However, Lee dismissed the
notion of being a “star,” and told this to
noted Canadian author Pierre Berton in
arare TV interview: “I’m honestly saying
this. Yes, I have been very successful. [...] I
do not look upon myself as a star; I really
don’t—believe me.”
John Saxon, who co-starred with
Lee in Enter the Dragon as the character
Roper, recently died on July 25 at the age
of 83. He recounted fond memories of
Bruce and the film in an interview he
gave to the Other Press in November 2017:
“Bruce was a goal setter. His legacy was
what he had set a goal for himself. We
never expected such a reaction from the
very start. The movie touches people in
a way hard to define. My wife has seen it
seven times and says there are few movies
she can see more than a few times. But
this one is different.”
Bob Wall, who played
the villain O’Hara, also has
good memories of John Saxon
and Bruce Lee—telling this
to the Other Press in an email
interview: “John was a very
good man. [...] John was a
consummate actor and I
admired how prepared, friendly,
and calm John was on set. John
and Bruce got along very well
and appreciated one another’s
talents. Like Bruce, John will be
missed greatly. It was my honour
to work with both!”
Darnell Garcia, who
played a gangster in Enter the
Dragon, remembers the impact
the movie made on him. “The
movie in fact helped to open
doors later in life for me as well,
it got me into other films,” Garcia stated in
an interview with the Other Press. Garcia
and Jackie Chan were both stuntmen in
this movie. “The film will endure and had
Bruce lived, he would have taken on other
roles and expanded martial arts in cinema
in my opinion.”
Legendary film score composer,
Lalo Schifrin (who made the Mission:
Impossible theme song), says he is proud
to be associated with the film. “I became
immediately seduced by the project
because at the Paris Conservatory I
studied Ethno Musicology, so I knew the
details that made the music of the Orient
so different,” Schifrin said in an email
interview with the Other Press. He also
recalls a funny encounter he had with
Lee: “Bruce Lee, himself, asked me, ‘What
kind of sports are you practicing, Lalo?’
My answer was ‘tennis. He said, ‘No, you
have to do martial arts!” Schifrin was
inspired—he practiced with Lee himself
at a few points. Eventually Lalo got a black
belt from Bruce Lee’s disciples.
Remarkably, Enter the Dragon cost
$850,000 to make—and it grossed $25
million from its initial North American
release and $90 million worldwide in 1973.
At this point, it has earned its original
budget about 411 times over; it is one of
the most profitable movies to ever have
been made. Bruce Lee continues to be
revered 47 years after his death. UFC
president, Dana White, proclaims Lee
to be the “godfather of mixed martial
arts.” Late NBA superstar Kobe Bryant
also stated that “Mamba Mentality” was
influenced heavily by Lee.
In addition, Lee’s image as a martial
arts film icon has been discovered by a new
generation of fans. Ryan Yip, a Vancouver
resident, says Enter the Dragon is one of
his favourite martial arts movies. “It had
a much bigger budget than his previous
movies and was the first of his movies
to be made in English,” Yip said in an
Love and Canadian Rock
>» An album review of ‘A War On Everything’ by The Glorious Sons
Jonathan Pabico
Contributor
wkeK KY
t was disappointing to find out that
fans will not be attending the summer
concerts of the Canadian rockers The
Glorious Sons. The band cancelled their
upcoming July and August tour dates for
their recent album A War On Everything
due to COVID-19. Regardless of this
unfortunate news, people can be comforted
and reassured by the fact that their
newest soundtrack will easily outlast the
pandemic.
Contrary to the album’s title, most of
the songs are not brooding contemplations
about war. They are, instead, armed with
surprisingly simple themes about love and
hope. At the same time, the collection
reaches the precipice of punk rock with raw
lyrics and fierce soundscapes.
Tracks like “The Laws of Love
and War” have gentle sounds from the
acoustic guitar paired with soft vocals
that provide a delicate break from the
album’s more thrilling selections. With
this, the band illustrates that they are not
afraid of bringing heart and warmth to
the rock genre.
Despite this approach, A War On
Everything is not as exhilarating as past
albums The Union and Young Beauties
and Fools. The Glorious Sons’ previous
work had songs with more experimental
subtleties and better arrangements. Their
current collection feels more conventional,
even though the tracks have some
innovative elements.
The band’s playlist still provides the
typical fun you would expect from a rock
‘y roll album ready to be blasted at full
volume on your radio during a road trip
post-pandemic. The song “One More
Summer” has a satisfying guitar intro
that retreats into a backdrop so that the
unrelenting vocals and sharp beats from
the drums can take centre stage during
the chorus. While the piece is about past
betrayal, the music can still satisfy your
vacation needs with its vigorous rhythms.
Many of the album’s tracks deliver
positive tones that are enjoyable for any
listener. One of the best takeaways is
“Kingdom in My Heart”—it’s filled with
uplifting energy. The intro’s rollicking claps
theotherpress.ca
Illustration by Athena Little
email interview with the Other Press.
“Lavish set designs, a Bond-like plot, and
likable characters are only overshadowed
by Bruce’s freakish athleticism and
wonderfully choreographed fight scenes.”
Finally, Bruce Lee had to overcome
racial barriers early in his Hollywood
career when he was unable to obtain
substantial roles because of his race.
Interestingly, in the same December
1971 TV interview with Pierre Berton,
Lee was asked if he saw himself first as
Chinese or as North American. Lee offered
remarkable introspection and honesty,
looking inwards beyond his own skin
colour. Lee stated, “You know what I want
to think of myself as? A human being.
Because, I mean, and J don’t wanna sound
like [what] Confucius [would] say, but
under the sky, under the heaven man,
there is but one family. It just so happens
man, that people are different.”
are infused with resonating guitar solos,
and then they are followed by vibrant piano
strokes. These style choices perfectly balance
with lyrics like “life will rip us to pieces, and
we'll just laugh it off” This dynamic song
conveys how past hardships are made better
by those still there for you today.
The album may be underwhelming
for those seeking the same level of
boldness from past collections. However,
the band combines straightforward
themes with enthusiastic tracks to provide
poignant melodies. If you're looking for
music to please your inner rocker, then
The Glorious Sons’ A War On Everything
is the answer to that quest. To stay
updated with The Glorious Sons, visit the
band’s official website.
‘Enter the Dragon’
and the inimitable
Bruce Lee
> Interviews with the stars of this
cult classic on its anniversary
Brandon Yip
Senior Columnist
wkweK KY
ruce Lee was like a shooting star. Like
James Dean, he appeared briefly in the
public’s psyche—and then he was gone.
August marks the anniversary of when
Lee’s seminal film, Enter the Dragon, was
released in North America. Sadly, Lee died
in Hong Kong at the age of 32 on July 20—a
month before the film’s release.
He had starred in only four films
(Game of Death released posthumously
in 1978). It was a short but memorable
body of work. Lee possessed a dynamic
screen presence with his good looks
and natural charisma. He also revealed
to be very articulate, introspective, and
philosophical.
After the release of Lee’s first Hong
Kong film, The Big Boss (1971), he was a
superstar. However, Lee dismissed the
notion of being a “star,” and told this to
noted Canadian author Pierre Berton in
arare TV interview: “I’m honestly saying
this. Yes, I have been very successful. [...] I
do not look upon myself as a star; I really
don’t—believe me.”
John Saxon, who co-starred with
Lee in Enter the Dragon as the character
Roper, recently died on July 25 at the age
of 83. He recounted fond memories of
Bruce and the film in an interview he
gave to the Other Press in November 2017:
“Bruce was a goal setter. His legacy was
what he had set a goal for himself. We
never expected such a reaction from the
very start. The movie touches people in
a way hard to define. My wife has seen it
seven times and says there are few movies
she can see more than a few times. But
this one is different.”
Bob Wall, who played
the villain O’Hara, also has
good memories of John Saxon
and Bruce Lee—telling this
to the Other Press in an email
interview: “John was a very
good man. [...] John was a
consummate actor and I
admired how prepared, friendly,
and calm John was on set. John
and Bruce got along very well
and appreciated one another’s
talents. Like Bruce, John will be
missed greatly. It was my honour
to work with both!”
Darnell Garcia, who
played a gangster in Enter the
Dragon, remembers the impact
the movie made on him. “The
movie in fact helped to open
doors later in life for me as well,
it got me into other films,” Garcia stated in
an interview with the Other Press. Garcia
and Jackie Chan were both stuntmen in
this movie. “The film will endure and had
Bruce lived, he would have taken on other
roles and expanded martial arts in cinema
in my opinion.”
Legendary film score composer,
Lalo Schifrin (who made the Mission:
Impossible theme song), says he is proud
to be associated with the film. “I became
immediately seduced by the project
because at the Paris Conservatory I
studied Ethno Musicology, so I knew the
details that made the music of the Orient
so different,” Schifrin said in an email
interview with the Other Press. He also
recalls a funny encounter he had with
Lee: “Bruce Lee, himself, asked me, ‘What
kind of sports are you practicing, Lalo?’
My answer was ‘tennis. He said, ‘No, you
have to do martial arts!” Schifrin was
inspired—he practiced with Lee himself
at a few points. Eventually Lalo got a black
belt from Bruce Lee’s disciples.
Remarkably, Enter the Dragon cost
$850,000 to make—and it grossed $25
million from its initial North American
release and $90 million worldwide in 1973.
At this point, it has earned its original
budget about 411 times over; it is one of
the most profitable movies to ever have
been made. Bruce Lee continues to be
revered 47 years after his death. UFC
president, Dana White, proclaims Lee
to be the “godfather of mixed martial
arts.” Late NBA superstar Kobe Bryant
also stated that “Mamba Mentality” was
influenced heavily by Lee.
In addition, Lee’s image as a martial
arts film icon has been discovered by a new
generation of fans. Ryan Yip, a Vancouver
resident, says Enter the Dragon is one of
his favourite martial arts movies. “It had
a much bigger budget than his previous
movies and was the first of his movies
to be made in English,” Yip said in an
Love and Canadian Rock
>» An album review of ‘A War On Everything’ by The Glorious Sons
Jonathan Pabico
Contributor
wkeK KY
t was disappointing to find out that
fans will not be attending the summer
concerts of the Canadian rockers The
Glorious Sons. The band cancelled their
upcoming July and August tour dates for
their recent album A War On Everything
due to COVID-19. Regardless of this
unfortunate news, people can be comforted
and reassured by the fact that their
newest soundtrack will easily outlast the
pandemic.
Contrary to the album’s title, most of
the songs are not brooding contemplations
about war. They are, instead, armed with
surprisingly simple themes about love and
hope. At the same time, the collection
reaches the precipice of punk rock with raw
lyrics and fierce soundscapes.
Tracks like “The Laws of Love
and War” have gentle sounds from the
acoustic guitar paired with soft vocals
that provide a delicate break from the
album’s more thrilling selections. With
this, the band illustrates that they are not
afraid of bringing heart and warmth to
the rock genre.
Despite this approach, A War On
Everything is not as exhilarating as past
albums The Union and Young Beauties
and Fools. The Glorious Sons’ previous
work had songs with more experimental
subtleties and better arrangements. Their
current collection feels more conventional,
even though the tracks have some
innovative elements.
The band’s playlist still provides the
typical fun you would expect from a rock
‘y roll album ready to be blasted at full
volume on your radio during a road trip
post-pandemic. The song “One More
Summer” has a satisfying guitar intro
that retreats into a backdrop so that the
unrelenting vocals and sharp beats from
the drums can take centre stage during
the chorus. While the piece is about past
betrayal, the music can still satisfy your
vacation needs with its vigorous rhythms.
Many of the album’s tracks deliver
positive tones that are enjoyable for any
listener. One of the best takeaways is
“Kingdom in My Heart”—it’s filled with
uplifting energy. The intro’s rollicking claps
theotherpress.ca
Illustration by Athena Little
email interview with the Other Press.
“Lavish set designs, a Bond-like plot, and
likable characters are only overshadowed
by Bruce’s freakish athleticism and
wonderfully choreographed fight scenes.”
Finally, Bruce Lee had to overcome
racial barriers early in his Hollywood
career when he was unable to obtain
substantial roles because of his race.
Interestingly, in the same December
1971 TV interview with Pierre Berton,
Lee was asked if he saw himself first as
Chinese or as North American. Lee offered
remarkable introspection and honesty,
looking inwards beyond his own skin
colour. Lee stated, “You know what I want
to think of myself as? A human being.
Because, I mean, and J don’t wanna sound
like [what] Confucius [would] say, but
under the sky, under the heaven man,
there is but one family. It just so happens
man, that people are different.”
are infused with resonating guitar solos,
and then they are followed by vibrant piano
strokes. These style choices perfectly balance
with lyrics like “life will rip us to pieces, and
we'll just laugh it off” This dynamic song
conveys how past hardships are made better
by those still there for you today.
The album may be underwhelming
for those seeking the same level of
boldness from past collections. However,
the band combines straightforward
themes with enthusiastic tracks to provide
poignant melodies. If you're looking for
music to please your inner rocker, then
The Glorious Sons’ A War On Everything
is the answer to that quest. To stay
updated with The Glorious Sons, visit the
band’s official website.