Bosnian city honors Bruce Lee

*Raph's Girl* · 09-12-2005, 03:16 PM

The ethnically divided Bosnian city of Mostar has agreed to erect a new symbol of unity -- a statue of kung fu legend Bruce Lee, worshipped by Muslims, Serbs and Croats.

A group of enthusiasts came up with the idea of honouring the childhood hero of the city's ethnic groups in 2003, on the 30th anniversary of his death. They launched the project, found donors and waited a year for the city's approval.

"We plan to erect the statue in November in the centre of
the city," Veselin Gatalo, a member of the Urban Movement organisation, told Reuters by telephone on Monday.

"This will be a monument to universal justice that Mostar needs more than any other city I know."

He said Mostar, scene of fighting between Muslims and Croats in 1993-1994, needed a symbol of justice, mastery and honesty -- virtues upheld by the late Chinese-American actor.

Born in San Francisco, Lee starred in several kung fu movies, including 1973's "Enter the Dragon". He died at the age of 32 from swelling on the brain.

A German organisation agreed last year to sponsor the project with a 5,000 euro grant.

The statue, cast in bronze and showing the martial arts master in a typical fighting pose, will be designed by a local sculptor and put up in central Mostar.

Lee's widow Linda will be invited to attend the ceremony.

For years, reconciliation in post-war Mostar was slower than anywhere else in Bosnia. But the reconstruction of the city's Old Bridge last year has helped reunite Muslim and Croat communities separated by the river.

http://uk.news.yahoo.com/12092005/80...snia-town.html

*That Matt Guy* · 09-13-2005, 05:32 AM

Um... okay?

**Barkworm** · 09-13-2005, 05:43 AM

Every city should have something like that, Bruce Lee was like god or something.

*Dane E5R* · 09-13-2005, 06:50 AM

Agreed, Barkworm.

Hamato Yoshi · 09-15-2005, 05:58 PM

I've heard Hong Kong is planning similar things , about time , it's a disgrace that there's no BL memorial over there

I think he was gonna divorce his wife & he prob had numerous affairs including Betty Ting Pei (Betty to co-star in Game of Death.....sure , BS excuse to cover it up) of course this is never spoken about in doc's as they want to preserve the "perfect" image.

*Dr. Doom* · 11-29-2005, 01:31 PM

Necro posting for great justice!

Quote:

Originally Posted by IMDb

A life-size bronze statue of Bruce Lee erected in the Bosnian city Mostar was vandalized only hours after being unveiled on Saturday. The life-size figure - which captures Lee in a defensive stance armed with nunchuks - was erected as both a symbolic protest against ethnic division and to mark what would have been the martial arts hero's 65th birthday on Sunday. However, by the following morning, the nunchuk's chain and one of its handles were missing and the statue was surrounded by empty wine and beer bottles. A Mostar police official says, "We have received reports that the statue has been damaged. We are currently investigating the incident." Veljo Dojcinovic, the park's keeper, blames the damage on a group of teenagers: "I heard a loud bang but I was alone and I couldn't stop them. Police should have been more agile. They know that hooligans visit this park regularly."

-=Shakes his fist=- Damned kids! Don't make Doom take his belt off!

Kid A · 11-30-2005, 03:36 PM

Oh yea, and I want Michael Dudikoff in my town!

11-30-2005, 03:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Barkworm

Every city should have something like that, Bruce Lee was like god or something.

I totally agree. *nods*

*cowabunga14* · 12-02-2005, 07:04 PM

I can totally see why all these dudes worship him. He took down Chuck Norris in Return of the Dragon and NBA Legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in Game of Death. I'm suprised that ninjas don't worship him. They should if they're still around. He was a good fighter and he really knew how to take things to the limit. He's also been an inspiration to me cuz I like to copy his moves and whatnot. I'm glad that someone choose to honor him even though I don't worship idols. Good to see that he's got some recognition. That'll help his street cred if he's had any.

Blondus · 12-06-2005, 08:17 AM

Somehow i find it quite hard to believe this... "a statue of kung fu legend Bruce Lee, worshipped by Muslims, Serbs and Croats." I never knew Serbia and Croatia was a religion.. Oh wait.. It isnt!
And honsestly, what muslim, jew or christian with a serious belief (and that includes the most) would want to find her-/himself worshipping a Bruce Lee statue, wich sybolises, well, nothing in their general belief? (Poorly formulated, I know. Please forgive me)

But damn, would i LOVE to live in a city with a huge Bruce Lee statue.

It's a cool concept, but a crummy reason. "Bruce Lee - The symbol of unity"

09-12-2005, 03:16 PM	#1
Raph's Girl Dierna Soul, Reporter Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Jakku Posts: 10,831	Bosnian city honors Bruce Lee The ethnically divided Bosnian city of Mostar has agreed to erect a new symbol of unity -- a statue of kung fu legend Bruce Lee, worshipped by Muslims, Serbs and Croats. A group of enthusiasts came up with the idea of honouring the childhood hero of the city's ethnic groups in 2003, on the 30th anniversary of his death. They launched the project, found donors and waited a year for the city's approval. "We plan to erect the statue in November in the centre of the city," Veselin Gatalo, a member of the Urban Movement organisation, told Reuters by telephone on Monday. "This will be a monument to universal justice that Mostar needs more than any other city I know." He said Mostar, scene of fighting between Muslims and Croats in 1993-1994, needed a symbol of justice, mastery and honesty -- virtues upheld by the late Chinese-American actor. Born in San Francisco, Lee starred in several kung fu movies, including 1973's "Enter the Dragon". He died at the age of 32 from swelling on the brain. A German organisation agreed last year to sponsor the project with a 5,000 euro grant. The statue, cast in bronze and showing the martial arts master in a typical fighting pose, will be designed by a local sculptor and put up in central Mostar. Lee's widow Linda will be invited to attend the ceremony. For years, reconciliation in post-war Mostar was slower than anywhere else in Bosnia. But the reconstruction of the city's Old Bridge last year has helped reunite Muslim and Croat communities separated by the river. http://uk.news.yahoo.com/12092005/80...snia-town.html __________________

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cowabunga14 Lover of Weird Things Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: CA Posts: 4,014	I can totally see why all these dudes worship him. He took down Chuck Norris in Return of the Dragon and NBA Legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in Game of Death. I'm suprised that ninjas don't worship him. They should if they're still around. He was a good fighter and he really knew how to take things to the limit. He's also been an inspiration to me cuz I like to copy his moves and whatnot. I'm glad that someone choose to honor him even though I don't worship idols. Good to see that he's got some recognition. That'll help his street cred if he's had any. __________________ How can something so beautiful shine on something so dreadful?

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Blondus Thug Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Deep down beyond Devil Reef Posts: 98	Somehow i find it quite hard to believe this... "a statue of kung fu legend Bruce Lee, worshipped by Muslims, Serbs and Croats." I never knew Serbia and Croatia was a religion.. Oh wait.. It isnt! And honsestly, what muslim, jew or christian with a serious belief (and that includes the most) would want to find her-/himself worshipping a Bruce Lee statue, wich sybolises, well, nothing in their general belief? (Poorly formulated, I know. Please forgive me) But damn, would i LOVE to live in a city with a huge Bruce Lee statue. It's a cool concept, but a crummy reason. "Bruce Lee - The symbol of unity" __________________ Stupendous and unheard-of splendors await me below, and I shall seek them soon. Ia-R'lyehl Cihuiha flgagnl id Ia! No, I shall not shoot myself - I cannot be made to shoot myself!

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That Matt Guy Honey Bunches Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Lone Star State Posts: 5,840	Um... okay?

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Hamato Yoshi Stone Warrior Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 950	I've heard Hong Kong is planning similar things , about time , it's a disgrace that there's no BL memorial over there I think he was gonna divorce his wife & he prob had numerous affairs including Betty Ting Pei (Betty to co-star in Game of Death.....sure , BS excuse to cover it up) of course this is never spoken about in doc's as they want to preserve the "perfect" image.

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