Greetings. Eight years ago, to observe the 6th anniversary, I decided to erect a special memorial to the late Brandon Lee. To do this properly, I needed the help of the fans.

At the time, I was a member of the Crowfans mailing list at Egroups, and I decided the best way to accomplish this was to directly request the help of the fans who were members. In my request, I asked the following four questions.

1) Were you a fan of Brandon's before viewing 'The Crow'? If you were, how did you come to be a fan?

2) How did you feel when you heard of Brandon Lee's death?

3) How did you feel the first time you watched 'The Crow'?

4) If you had an opportunity to give Brandon a message, what would you say to him?

Here are the responses I have received to this date:

From Deaderman

1) No, I was a fan of his father though and Bruce is why i still want to learn martial arts. Fan wise i first saw the movie previre on tv one day and it looked interesting. I then watched the edited version on WGn in chicago here.

2) I was nursing an injured foot and a news update came on about him. They were showing clips from Rapid fire to show who he was.

3) Breathless

4) Thank you indirectly for what you've done for me. Without the crow, i wouldnt have embraced writing.

From kLePtO wAvE

1) No, actually. The first time I recognized him was in early May of 2001, when I was reading the video box for "The Crow". This is kind of pitiful, since I am almost 15. When he died, I would have been 8, and I wasn't able to watch "movies like that" back then. I had heard of Brandon before, but I wasn't really a big fan... yet.

2) Actually, when I first heard about it, I was upset at him. This is because I was sitting in the backseat of my mom's car, waiting in line at the drive-through, reading the video box for "The Crow", and I skimmed over the part about: "Brandon Lee's last interview before his untimely death!". Curious, I asked my mother how he had died, and she told me he had died of an overdose. (It turns out that she was thinking of another actor.) I couldn't figure out why anyone would kill themselves while they were in the middle of making a movie. Later on, after I had watched the movie and loved it, I searched the Internet to find out more about it. It was then when I discovered how what really happened to him. I couldn't get over how unfortunate it was... I tried to think of how I would feel in that situation, or if I was family of him. It must have been awful. I truly felt bad. I remember staring at the computer screen, wondering what went wrong.

3) At first, I just saw it as a fantastic movie; I fell in love with it. I had borrowed it from one of my relatives, and I watched it one Saturday night. I remember sitting on the couch downstairs after watching it, tapping my foot, thinking about the movie. When I could stand it no longer, I sprinted back upstairs and popped it in the VCR again. I think I watched it six or seven times that weekend. After I discovered how Brandon had really died, it gave me a completely different perspective on the movie, which only drove me to watch it more. I even got my best friend addicted to it. Unfortunately, I had to return it to my relative. I didn't know where to buy it at, since I never remember seeing it anywhere, so I ordered it through a local bookstore. It should be coming to me soon! (I own the soundtrack and motion picture score, too). Now, I'm looking to watch the other "Crow" movies that have been made.

4) I don't really know... I remember having a dream where I warned him about his upcoming death. Now, I think I'd tell him how much I loved his movies, (seeing "The Crow" motivated me to see his other films), how I was sorry about his regrettable death, and I would tell him that he should read the other memorials on this page, to get a good idea of what others wanted to say to him, as I have done.

From Brandle

1) Yes, Brandon came into my life in early 92 when he visited Australia on a promotional trip for Rapid fire about 6 months before the film was actually released.
my sister had seen Showdown in little tokyo she worked at the movie theatre and often would go into great detail how in this one scene this girl gets her cut off. anyway i was watching a TV chat show late one night and brandon was a guest on. When he came out he had this huge smile on his face; somehow i knew he was different; he has this air about him, a quality that made you sit up and take Notice. He told jokes and interacted with the audience really great.
A few days later i read a interview with him in the local sydney paper that article changed my life. in it brandon talked about struggle,dreams and determination. I instantly related to his words and what he was saying and i've been into him ever since.

2) No words can describe how utterly devasted i was . I just couldn't believe it i thought it was some big april fools joke(It was 1st april in australia when he died).
I hear twice that morning that he has been injured, then someone at school had mentioned that he died. i simply thought it was a prank. later that evening the newscaster read that he was dead... i literally almost fainted.
What i remember most about that day was the feeling that the world had lost someone special.
I didn't know Brandon personally, never met or spoke with him but i felt like someone had killed my best friend, someone many of us never got the chance to know.

3) Relived is the first emotion i felt, like it was finally here i was just so exhausted from waiting for it to be released.
It was released July 21 in Australia. i just couldn't wait to see it, saw it the first day it came out, and i had brought along a box of tissues because i knew i would be crying my eyes out as soon as i saw him on screen. which i did, but after the movie was over i thought to myself that i was right that finally people could see his special quality that just came off the screen and onto the audience. After the 15 months wait it was like a big strain had been taken off my shoulders. i remember everyone talking about the movie into the foyer that night. so excited, and so moved by his performance, i shed several tears because i knew that feeling was to never be felt again.

4) What can you say? Thank you comes to mind.
But i never could express what his influence in my life has given me.
I would thank him for being honest and a magical human being; for admitting his own struggles and never giving up for showing us all what hard work and determination can achieve.
I feel like Brandon has been almost my teacher. he made me realise how important my contribution to life is, and if i have a dream to never sacrifice my self respect for anyone. i would say:
"Keep the faith"

From Kazidav@aol.com

1) No i wasn't a fan before veiwing the crow. i also became a fan by my friend, he gave me the movie to borrow. i got realy attached and bought it myself, and i watched it about two times a day or more every day for about two weeks. then i just watched it once a dy for one week and sadly i got very busy, so i watch as much as i can when i have the time!

2) i felt as though my heart had been ripped from my body. my heart was so broken

3) the first time i watched the crow was not all the way through. i watched it from when Eric says: "each 1 of these is a life, a life u helped destroy"

4) i would say, brandon please be a case of the crow and come back 4 me and your other fans .I love you so much you are so skilled and lovely. i love you even though people think i'm wierd for fancying a dead guy but i do, and they have to learn to deal with that!

From Mimi

1) Sadly no I wasn`t a fan of Brandon`s until I saw the movie " The Crow." Although I think I did see a movie with him in it but just didn`t realize it.

2) I had felt like, as if someone came up to me and torne my heart out and through it against the wall badly impailing it.

3) I had felt amazement, and I had also agreed why he could not rest until he new that Top Dollars Clan would finally stop hurting others as he did to him and Shelley.

4) I would tell him that he is really missed by me and I would re-quote " Do you see my smile in my words, sad and evil ? Sad because I am utterly alone. Evil because I am dead but yet I live. Can you hear me ? Listen. A dead man visits you." I would also re-quote ": It can`t rain all the time."

From Ted Turnasella

1) No. Sadly I did not even know he was alive when he was around. Of course, when he died I was at the age of six. Seems young huh? I am now Fourteen and I have dedicated myself to the Crow, and his past, because I could never be aware of the grim future he had ahead.

2) I knew of Brandon seven long years after his death. I am very sad that I never knew such a talented man was alive. When I saw the movie this year, 2000, I said to my friend that I could not wait to see all the other wonderful films he would make. Then my friend told me what happened. I was crushed. Immediately I bought the film, album, posters etc., and made a shrine in his honor.

3) When i saw The crow, I really did not want to see it. My friend had been talking about it non-stop for months, but i would not listen. One day, she sat me down and forced me to watch it. In seconds, I had felt like someone made a movie, just to my liking. The next day I went out and bought it.

4) Brandon, I'm sorry that not everyone knows what a great person you were. But we who made this memorial do. I just want to say thanks, just like everyone else here, for bringing joy into so many lifes. Ihope you are happy, and that you know how much we all loved you.

From Kristie

1) I had heard of Brandon Lee being in Rapid Fire and was really interested in him as an actor - there was something about him - not that he was just Bruce Lee's son but something else...

2) I remember the day I found out he had died - it was March of 1993 and I remember just feeling depressed, like he was a friend of mine.

3) I knew just by seeing the preview for "The Crow" that this was not going to be an ordinary movie. I knew vaguely of James O'Barr comic book, a friend of mine had read it. I will never forget the first time I saw "The Crow" in the movies. It was May of 94. The movie touched me as nothing else in life had. I was not the same when I left the theater. I fell in love with Brandon that day. I wanted to be his Shelly. And my heart ached because I knew he had died before he had finished filming the movie. Since then I have probably seen "The Crow" a hundred times and to me it is still the best movie in the world.

4)I would tell Brandon how much he is loved and missed. I would also tell him how much of a legend he had become in the time since he passed. I will never forget him...

From Erin Lynne Delfert

1) I didn't know of Brandon Lee or the crow until one afternoon a couple years ago when I was bored and the movie looked good. I haven't truly been the same since.

2) When I saw the interview at the end of the movie i almost died. How could he be dead? He portrayed such a meaningful being in the movie, he was everything, and he was no longer on this earth. I don't think i've ever cried so much than that day.

3) The story captured my heart and soul. It helped me to find myself. It moved me immensly. Brandon played the most incredible charachter ever. After that day that I first saw it i've learned as much as i could about the history of it, Brandon's death, and james 0'barr.

4) Thank you, i'm sorry, and "it can't rain all the time."

From Cristen Labovitz

1) Before I saw The Crow, I really had no idea who Brandon Lee was. I had only really seen him in one movie, Showdown in Little Tokyo. I noticed that he, unlike other actors, had a genuine sence of humor.

2) I had just seen the crow about 3 days ago. I knew that Brandon had died, but I never really thought about it before I saw that movie.

3) After I had seen The Crow, of course, I was crying like crazy. Seeing that movie made me realize how special Brandon was to the world. Just the fact that that movie was about death and seeing how much Brandon really loved doing that role in his last interview, that made the movie all the more depressing. Although I absolutely love The Crow. It was one of the greatest movies in it's time. Now, whenever I see anything on Brandon or his death, I always want to cry. He ment so much to so many people.

4) If I had the oppurtunity to give Brandon a message, I would tell him how much he is missed by so many people. His death has effected me in ways that I don't have the vaguest idea how to comprehend. He was such an amazing actor and to dies so young was such a tradgedy. He is truly missed, but I hope that he is forever happy where ever he is.

From Casey

1) No I wasn't a a fan of him before I saw The Crow. The Crow was the first movie I have ever seen him star in. I became a fan of his after I first saw The Crow. He was funny and excellent.

2) When I first heard of Brandon's death. I was really shocked that he went though the same thing he did as his father Bruce did. He was a great actor. His memory will always live on.

3) When I first saw The Crow. I thought it was excellent and awesome. Brandon's character of Eric Draven was funny and awesome. All the scenes were great and thrilling. The make up and the plot was breath-taking. It was so dark and gothic that it made the movie come to life. and as well with the great music composed by Graeme Revell. His score really made an impact with the movie. Very moving and very touching and also thrilling. I loved everythign about the movie. The Crow is the reason I'm a fan of The Crow Realm now.

4) If I had an opportunity to give a message it would be thanks for making The Crow the way it is today. If it wasn't for your acting on the character Eric Draven. There wouldn't be any action and as well as the humor in the movie that made me laugh. You were hilarious and great in all your scenes. Your stunts were excellent. Thank you for Bringing The Crow to life. Thank you Brandon. I will never forget you.

From Stephen Lewis

1) I was a fan of Brandon Lee for a long time before the crow was released, I remember reading an Impact Magazine article and there was a signed photo of him on the front of the magazine, form then on I wanted to watch his films and follow his career in movies and martial arts.

2) I actually thought it was a joke at first, I remember sitting at the table eating breakfast and hearing it on the news. At first I thought it wasn't a very funny April first joke, then after I read a few newspaper articles I found out it was no joke.

3) Like I was watching the greatest testament to an actor, I remember being in the cinema and after the film finished. Usually people get up and they ramble on about how great the film was or which pat they liked more etc. But they all got up in silence and left and only started talking about it when they were outside.

4) You gave me an opportunity to look at life and appreciate what time I have here. To live my life to the full each day.

From kristina k. kadlec'

1) no,i was not a fan of brandon lee before i saw the crow.

2) i found out about his death only after seeing the crow on television in 1996.although i did remember hearing something about it years before. when i fully realised what happened i was devastated.i felt very sad for along time .i cried so much and felt such great pain .even though he was not part of my family i still felt a great loss and an emptiness in my life.

3) when i first saw the crow i was overwhelmed with emotions. i thought the movie was excellent.i was especially touched by brandon and how much he was able to make me feel the emotions of the movie. since seeing the movie not a day goes by that i don't think how precious and short life is.brandon truly inspired me to change my life and live it well instead of wasting it.i still cry every time i watch the crow and i still feel a great sadness over brandon's death.i will never forget the crow movie but i especially will never forget brandon who i believe outdid the movie it's self.

4) if i could say anything to brandon it would be- thank you so much you helped me to change my life. maybe someday we will meet until then i will always remember you and pray for you. thank you so much brandon! i love you. i miss you. rest in peace always!

From Emily Stadulis

1) no i hadn't. i was 9 at the time of the release and R rated movies as my parents explained to me would have 'corrupted my soul.' i hadn't had the chance to see him in anything else. it was striking when i did however.

2) again i was too young to have actually heard anything about his death at the time of its occurance, however after i saw it when i was about 13 i looked for everything i could possibly find about it and after learning of his death, spent about 3 hourse to myself sobbing. i seemed so unfair. so tragically ironically unfair. i still don't fully believe it's happened. maybe in a sense it hasn't. after all his spirit has certainly lived in many ways.

3) well that's pretty much the aformentioned.

4) for all you wisdom, perception, art, gift, and talent, i thank you. for your being and personality, i love you. for the untimely death i pray for you. you have touched so many people's souls and changed my mind, body, and spirit all in one. there are no written words in the human language to truly convey this to you. and i regret that. wherever your soul is wandering now though, i hope you have conception of these feelings from so many people. at least in that way, we will know you did not die in vain.

From Ellen Eftens

1) I wasn't a fan of Brandon Lee before I saw The Crow. But seeing The Crow immidiatly made me a great fan.

2) I felt confused and angry when I heard about his death. I couldn't believe this was really happening. Over time this feeling changed in missing and honoring. He will never be gone as long as we keep him in our hearts.....

3) The first time I saw The Crow I was totally speachless (and that says a lot coming from me!).I felt a great sympathy voor Eric and at the same time for Brandon. Really strange experience... The way Brandon acts makes Eric real. I can't explain it very well, but maybe you understand what I mean: his appearance is almost mystical....

4) I want to say to Brandon that he is missed and that he resives a lot of love. A lot of people miss him. Pesonally I want to leave him with the song 'Join me" from HIM. I think he'll know what I mean. And remember: it can't rain all the time.....

From Rosey

1) I wasn't, regrettably, being too young to have seen anything by him

2) I remember feeling very sad that another "famous guy" had died, as around that time River Phoenix, Kurt Cobain had also left us. It was only once I'd seen The Crow did I fully realise just what we'd all lost.

3) It blew me away. It's the most beautiful love story I'd ever seen, and one of the few films that's ever made me cry. Lee put his heart and soul into Eric Draven, and it shows. After I watched it I sat in silence for a long time, partly as I was so amazed by what I'd just seen, partly as a long-overdue token of remembrance.

4) You are missed, but what you gave us before you left ensures your memory will live on

From Daisy

1) Yes i was a Brandon Lee fan before the Crow.I had seen him in Rapid fire and other movie's.I thought he was amazing in those movie's..sexy, funny, and full of energy.So i was an instant fan of his work.Plus i remember the music group that he had.

2) I felt horrid about Brandon's death.I remember hearing about it on the new's and seeing of it on tv.I didn't know what to think, but i do remember crying.

3) I read the comic book before i had seen the Crow movie.When i saw the movie, i was in awe.Its the ultimate love story.For someone to love you so much, that they would do anything to come back and to prove that.And to try and make the wrong things right...that is the ultimate love.And that is something we all want.I believe in the crow myth,i have died and have seen my crow.So the movie has a very special meaning for me personally.

4) If i could say something to Brandon Lee..it would be thank you.Thank you for the art that you have shown us all.The masterpiece The Crow.The movie affected us way more, than i think you thought it would.I have been a fan for 10 year's and will continue to be such.You showed us what true love is and can be.And i thank you for that.And i will be in a Crow Indie film this year...and i will be playing a female crow, it is done out of the respect for you.

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From Tyler A. Gorton

1) No, I was not a Brandon fan before seeing The Crow, in fact, I had probably seen a movie of his without really knowing who it was.

2) I began hearing about his death before seeing The Crow, actually it started as all these incorrect rumors. I think I first heard that he had died in the explosion of Gideon's pawn shop...all sorts of different scenarios surfaced. Because I did not really know who he was, it didn't have a huge impact on me. After viewing the movie, all that changed. It was like seeing right into this man's soul, he poured it all out for the film, and it instantly saddened my heart to think about him being lost to us forever.

3) Wow, the first time I saw the Crow...it threw me. This is funny, but at that time, I was going through this "cowboy" phase (I know...it passed quickly though), and I truly believe The Crow changed how I thought about the dark side of things. I had always kept that part of myself locked away, thinking it was "evil", but seeing that movie, those beautiful scenes and pulsing dark imagry...that is when I began to fully realize my passion for darker things. Everytime I watch The Crow, it is like I gain a little more freedom to be myself, to show my passions like Brandon did so honestly on screen.

4) Come back. Please come back.

From Eric Chastain

1) I was a fan of Brandon's before The Crow. I study martial arts from my father who is a fan of Bruce Lee. I could relate to Brandon a lot as far as having a Dad into martial arts and trying to be as good as him. At first I didn't want to study martial arts but as I got older I started to get into it as Brandon did. He got better and better with each film and he was always a first rate actor.

2) When I heard of Brandon's death I was devasted. Just as I was getting to know him and admire his work he was taken away. The same thing happened to my dad when Bruce Lee died. I just couldn't believe it could happen again to the same family. I was in high school at the time and I didn't go the next day. I remember sitting at home watching all the morning news programs to figure out what happened.

3) My first time watching The Crow I was mesmerized as was everyone else in the theater. It was so strange because hardly anyone moved. I had never been to a movie where the audience was almost completely still and I haven't experienced it since. As I left the theater I was thinking this was the best movie I have ever seen. It instantly became my favorite and still is. It had everything: my favorite kind of music, action, a love story, even a little horror. Amazing.

4) Brandon we miss you and hope you are happy right now with your dad. You accomplished a lot in a little time. You were your own man and I admire you for that. You have inspired me to train and get the most out of life and I thank you for that!!!

From Marc Shawn

1) I was a big fan of Brandon's before The Crow. I had seen three of his movies (Rapid Fire, Laser Mission, and Showdown in Little Tokyo) several times over and over. Even though at that time he wasn't what some would say a "Major Hollywood Player" in my mind. He was exactly that, some of his movies didn't get enough hype thus making some of them "B" rated movies as some would say. However I didn't feel that way, the way Brandon would bring an unbelievable acting ability to the screen it showed that when he would finally get the perfect role to play he would differently shine as a great actor. I had been a big fan of his fathers as well I always admired his father as not only perhaps being the best martial arts expert that the world will ever come across, but for being a man that didn't back down from anything or anyone, just like Brandon you were able to tell that Bruce had that fighting spirit and I don't mean martial arts style. I mean that never say never attitude.

2) Well to be honest I don't really think I can answer that question, I remember hearing about it in 1993 on the news. At that time I can say I actually went into shock with hearing that my favorite actor had just died in thee most "horrifying" way possible. I mean that because, not only was he only 29, but the way he lost his life is unbelievable the chances of something like that to happen are beyond believable, and he was going to be married a few weeks after that. At that time though the movie was still being worked on so I was wishing they'd finish so I can actually see his last piece of work. Once the movie came out I heard people talking about it and heard them saying how great it was and what a perfect role Brandon played. That right there made me wanna cry, now for a guy to say that isn't the easiest thing to do, but when you can make a connection with someone such as a star like that, when you can look at them as your role model you feel the pain as if you were a family member, however I didn't cry, something though did happen to me when I saw the movie.

3) I remember when I went to go see it my family really didn't know who Brandon was, they knew who Bruce was, but not Brandon. When I did see the movie though my life was going through a change, a change where I stopped caring about life altogether. I went from a "preppy" to being what some would say "gothic" so when I had the chance to see this movie, I really felt as if the character "Eric Draven" was just like me, alone, in pain, not knowing what's going to happen to himself as minutes went by, feeling as if inflicting pain was a way to stop his agony, even though he was supposed to kill the "bad guys" I felt a part of me was just like that. So as I was going through my change I became more and more attached to the "Eric Draven" character. I acted as if I was him, I grew my hair out to look like him, I even started to dress like him. And then I went onto getting piercings because I thought inflicting pain on myself was the only way to get rid of agony that laid within me.

4) If I could go back in time and meet Brandon, I would thank him. I would thank him for helping me make myself feel important by playing the role of a man that I feel is an idol, I'm still into my gothic stage but not as bad anymore. However I don't feel pain anymore, nor do I fear another thing. I've actually found myself by living out a side in me that I never knew was there, and thanks to Brandon for giving us (his fans) the honor to see him in perhaps his greatest movie ever made. I got my girlfriend into liking Brandon Lee, she also can tell he's made and impact on my life on how I speak about him. I believe that movie would've made Brandon a "Major Hollywood Player" not only that but the man didn't really live his life yet, and now that I know what it's like. I can't being to think of what it would be like to reach the point of your life, the point you've always wanted and then have it stripped from you in a fatal accident, Brandon if there was a way I could personally thank you for helping me in finding a better self, deep down inside of me I would.. in my mind Brandon you'll always be an ICON, long live Brandon Lee.. in our hearts and minds.. Long live DRAVEN'S followers for we are what's keeping the great one alive in our memories...R.I.P..Brandon..

From Laura Rose Bologna

1) Yes I was a fan of Brandon Lee's before viewing "The Crow". I like action movies more so with self-defense style fighting and he was a great new-comer to the film industry.

2) My heart broke when I heard the news. I cried and cried and to this day I still cry whenever I watch "The Crow" or watch a documentary about his life and death. He was a beautiful person inside and out when he was amongst us mortally.

3) The first time I watched "The Crow" my heart ached with happiness, sorrow and some confusion. I was also hit with a reality slap in that it helped me to realize I do believe in the power of love and in the human spirit and how strong that power can be.

4) I would tell him that I missed him, hoped he was happy and that he had the chance to re-unite with his father.

From David Boudreaux

1) I was actually a fan of Brandon's father Bruce. When Brandon began acting, I followed all of his movies. Since his early days I knew he had the potential to be as powerful of a star, if not more than, Bruce. I saw every movie he ever stared in and felt The Crow was a role made for him. He played it to perfection and I don't think anyone will ever capture the emotion that he did.

2) I was deeply saddened. All I could think of was how it could happen to a father and son with so much more ahead of them. His performance in The Crow would have surely made him one of the biggest stars and brought him the fame and glory he deserved. This film meant so much to me in so many ways. As soon as it was available on video I bought it and cried while watching it that night. The interview after struck me the hardest.

3) The movie touched me in a special way. TO many, it was simply a story about revenge. To me, it was so much more. I could feel the pain O'Barr did through Brandon's amazing performance. It was about so much more...justice, the power of love, and, as Brandon said in the interview, the realization of how precious things are and we should use every minute to take advantage of having them. This film is actually what has inspired me to become a filmmaker.

4) I would just like to thank him and tell him how much we miss him. He was such an inspiration to me. His work has meant a lot to his legions of fans and will continue to do so as younger fans become aware of his work. I am sure I speak for all of us when we say that he is still loved.

From Hank Driskill

1) I was... I thought he was great in "Showdown in Little Tokyo", he stole the show from Dolph Lundgren, and then when I saw him in "Rapid Fire" I knew he was going to be a star. When I heard he was making "The Crow", I was sure that it would be his star vehicle...

2) Really bummed... I liked him as a performer and thought he was just starting a great career. There are so few action stars who are also talented and engaging actors... and at a time where Jean-Claude and Stephen were the hot stars, I was rooting for Brandon to surpass them.

3) I went with a bunch of friends, and we all cried during it. It was such a striking performance, definitely the star vehicle we all thought it would be... and so we just cried.

4) I'd thank him for what he did give us, and express my sorrow that he wasn't around to give more... he had such a great career ahead of him, and I hoped at the time to someday work with him...

From Ashley Richards

1) Unfortunately, no, I was not a fan of Brandon before 'The Crow'. My father was a huge fan of both Bruce and Brandon, however, and forced me to watch movies of both. At first I was reluctant, but then I actually enjoyed watching the great works of art over and over again.

2) I was pretty young at the time, and I knew who he was, but I wasn't too familiar with his work. I didn't know one man could have such an impact on my life. I remember my father was in tears that day, and my mother recalled he was in the same shape the day he found out about Bruce Lee. Once I got my hands on 'The Crow' and watched it, I was moved so much that I felt I had to find out what happened. When I finally heard the details of what had happened, I felt it was a true tragidy and could not help but crying. Reading over the other memorials on this page, I also fought back tears.

3) 'The Crow' came out when I was too young to see, but everyone I knew who had seen it said it was fantastic. I had the privelige to see it not too long ago, and needless to say I was incredibly impressed with the storyline, as well as the supurb acting of Brandon. I was sobbing uncontrollably throughout the majority of the movie, because it touched me in a way few things have. I saw much of myself in the character or Eric Draven. The anger, madness, and sorrow.. it all seemed that I was looking at a mirror image of myself.

4) There is no way to express my feelings in words. He has made such a longlasting impact on my life that I know I'll never be the same. He lived his life to the fullest, and I can only wish I'll be able to accomplish a part of what he has. He was taken from us so young, it's still hard to accept that he's really gone. I wish that I could have spoken to him, because like Eric Draven said.. "It can't rain all the time".. and it won't. He gave me hope for the future.

From Phire

1) I had heard of Brandon Lee before The Crow thanx to my mother but I wasn't really a fan until I saw The Crow when it first came out.

2) I'll remember it till the day I die. I was 11 years old (I'm now 17) and I had just wandered through the living room when I heard what had happened. 'Entertainment Tonight' was on and the tv screen kept flashing pictures of Brandon. I was so confused at first. I didn't know what was happening until my mom told me that Brandon had been shot during the making of the film. It didn't sink in right away but when it did it hurt. And it hurt bad. I knew we had lost a great and talented man. I couldn't believe it. To this day, when I watch The Crow and his last interview there are tears in my eyes because I know this world as lost a great man.

3) Astonished. At first I thought it was gonna be another one of those shoot 'em up deals. But this one was different. The film was wonderful. I have never seen anyone put so much into his character as Brandon did. It was a wonderful experience. All the words in the world can't explain it. His performence has really touched my heart and soul.

4) Brandon, since the first time I saw The Crow, ur performance and interview inspired me. I dunno how to ever thank u for that. Though I have never meet u, u have touched my life in more ways then one as u have done with many. U were taken from this world too soon, and regretfully the world will never see u in another film. And one quote from the movie rings true: "If the people we love are stolen from us, the way to have them live on is to never stop loving them. Buildings burn, people die, but real love is forever". And so ur memory will live on forever. U will be loved eternally for all that u have done. And so my friend, I must thank u on the behalf of all Crow and Brandon Bruce Lee fans everywhere. We will love u always. God bless.

From Philip Wright

1) I was not a fan. I knew nothing about him. But upon watching The Crow for the first time, my life took a turn. I have been a true admirer ever since.

2) I felt regret for now knowing anything about him at the time. Regret, mostly, because I hadn't taken the time beforehand to learn anything about him. But the more deeply I come to know Brandon in the years after his death, the more deeply I miss his presence in this world.

3) Shock. Amazement. Heartache. Alive. Blessed.

4) Thank you Brandon. You led by example. You changed my life. I am doing my best to return the favor to the world, though you have mighty shoes to fill. I love you.

From William Tedescucci

1) I wasn't really a fan... I'd seen Rapid Fire before... but was under-impressed, no offense... Just not my type of movie.

2) When I heard he had died, honestly, I thought... big deal... another actor dead, I feel like sh*t now though for thinking that, I'm sorry Brandon.

3) The first time? I feel the same everytime... everytime I see it, I cry... I cry becuase I 'connect' with it... it's the ultimate romance movie, even moving enough to bring me to tears. This is the defining movie for a generation and the greatest piece of art ever created. I felt that way when i first saw it, and I still feel that way today. The movie touched me and changed my life in so many ways I can't imagine it not having been created. James O'Barr, I'd love to shake your hand if I could... and, even though I'm sure you've worked through some of the pain that made you create the idea for this masterpiece, I'm very sorry for your loss that inspired The Crow... And I'm sure it's of little consolation, but you have touched and change my life and I'm sure countless others.

4) I'd just have to tell him: Brandon, you've help to change my views on life and love. Thank you for the gift you gave me and countless others, whether you knew it or not you made me and a lot of other people who we are today... thank you. If I could give you my life to return the favor for the gift you gave mankind, I'd do it in a heartbeat. When I get to the other side... I'll look you up, believe me on that, untill then; May your soul rest in peace.

From Candy Bean

1) No I wasn't a fan. The first time I watched The Crow I was about 9 & now I'm 14. I watched with my dad and loved it so I let my best friend borrow it and she loved it also. Brandon did so well in the movie and my heart aches for his family and friends.

2) I was mad that such things always tend to happen to people who deserve it the least. It wasn't an accident. Someone shot him and they should be punished.

3) The Crow is the most moving movie I have ever seen. It seems like even through all the violence, it was necessary. It wasn't just one of those shoot them up movies, it actually had to do with justice.

4) I would have to say that brandon has helped many with that movie and others. That many miss him but also thank him for all the wounderful movies he has helped to make.

From Stephanie Stanley

1) I had seen Rapid Fire, Laser Mission, and Showdown in Little Tokyo (my favorite until I saw the Crow) previously, and loved his work, but always felt guilty that I had never seen the Crow, his best movie. I'd been looking for it everywhere, so I could rent it, if not buy it, but everywhere I went either didn't have it in stock or didn't have it at all (of course, they HAD city of angels at all of them), so when I got paid this past thursday I said "screw it, if they don't have it at Media Play then I'll just never see it". THANK GOD THEY HAD JUST GOTTEN A COPY IN. I then went home, put it in the VCR, and watched it immediately.

2) I knew about the Crow and that Brandon had died in it's making long before I had seen ANY of his movies. I acknowleged the fact and moved on. It didn't sink in even an inch what the world had lost until I saw the Crow for the 1st time two nights ago (Nov 11th)

3) The first time I saw it, I felt a bitter-sweetness just putting it into the VCR. By the end, I was bawling in tears not only because of the beauty of the story and movie itself, or because Brandon is dead; but the combination of him playing the part so magnificently, and the fact he died in the making of this, the best movie of all time, and that there would never be another movie with him in it. If I watch one of his other movies, I'll probably feel a little pang of saddness, but I know I will cry every time I see the Crow.

4)I believe that in the lands of the dead, whether Heaven or Hell, a soul can hear all thoughts, all words (spoken and written), and see the love the living holds for him. With that in mind: Brandon, I love you. I never met you, and I've only seen the Crow twice thus far, but I feel like I know you. I'm six years behind everyone else's mournings, but the pain of your death is real. I hope you realize the impact you've made in this world, because it is amazing. You are beautiful and perfect, and I want you to make sure that when we all get to where you are, we can spend some time with you. I love you and you will live forever in fans' hearts. And I know you didn't write the line, but it's true: nothing is trivial, not even the little things.

From Mike Cornman a.k.a CrowBlackDream

1) I wasn't a huge fan of Brandon Lee, but I enjoyed his earlier films, "Rapid Fire" and "Showdown In Little Tokyo". I think both films showed the potential for great talent.

2) I was greatly saddened that such a young and talented man was taken from life. Also, I felt somewhat disturbed at how closely this paralelled his father's mysterious death.

3) I don't know that words can actually describe how I felt when I first watched the film. It was as if all the pain and tragedy of my own life was being brought back to the foreground. I could feel the emotions of everyone around me, and I believe that I had goosebumps throughout the entire movie. During the resurrection scene and the transformation scene, the tears ran freely. The very end of the movie tugged at the strings of my heart and gave me hope again. It was, without a doubt, the best film I have ever had the privilege to view.

4) If I could give a message to Brandon it would be this: Thank you my friend, for giving us this testament to the strength of love and life. It gave me personally a reason to keep hope alive. Even now, so long after that first day in the theater, I can still feel the power and the emotion of your superb portrayal. I can only hope that I do you an honor by wearing that mask myself sometimes. I hope that where ever you are right now, you know that the hearts and minds of many people are with you. We will never, ever forget you, nor ever stop loving you. Rest easy, and know that we all hope to see you again one day.

From Ron Rahelic

1) I've been a big fan of the Lee family for as long as I can remember. Bruce Lee was just amazing, but when I learned about Brandon in the one movie(it was one of his earlier films) I instantly became a fan. I basically followed his career until his death.

2) When I heard about Brandon's death I believe it was on Entertainment tonight, I was completly devastated, I thought to myself "what is it with this family, plagued with such terror" To tell you the truth I really felt empty, Watching his father's movies for years then his son becomes an actor makes a few movies ad bang he's gone. They were both marvalous actors. Seeing Brandon in films gave me something to look forward to.

3) The first time I saw the Crow I knew it would be amazing. I thank god that they released it. The movie really captured my heart in such a way that no other movie can or will. It really makes you think about life and everything that is involved with it. My girlfriend at the time really noticed it, I took a whole different look after seeing the film.

4) Brandon Lee, Your father took America by storm and was taken with some unfinished work, then came you to complete the task and sadly you were taken from us. For the short time you were here you put a dent in many peoples lives including mine. I will forever be greatful for the job you have done and wish you forever peace.

From Heli Kankainen

1) No, I wasn't a fan before I saw the film, but I knew about his father. After I saw the Crow I was amazed. Brandon was a great actor, and I became a fan instantly. His face was amazing, his body perfect, but most of all I liked his way of moving and speaking. Every little detail in his figure was near to perfection.

2) I cried when I heard of his death. The way he died, they way he had to leave this life was awful. The fact that his was about to marry his fiancé after the shooting of the film and the fact that he "died" in the same way in the Crow was spooky. I felt like the curse of the Dragon was actually present in his short life.

3) I can't explain the way I felt when I first saw the film. I have seen it about 5 times in a short period of time and every time I found something new to think about, something new to cry for. Mostly because Brandon made his character real. He actually was death incarnated, revenge in flesh and blood. But there was this frailty in him also, maybe he knew that death was near. I cried during the last minutes of the film like I had cried when he came back from the dead and returned to their apartment. I cried when he desrtoyed the man who had taken Shelly's engagement ring. I actually cried throughout the whole film. I couldn't stop. It was an emotional experinece and will be that forever.

4) Brandon, you once said that the key to immortality is first living a life worth remembering. well, you did. And you do live forever -in our thoughts and in heaven. You are an angel now, maybe you'll come to see us in the shape of a crow, maybe not. But one thing is sure, I will remember you forever like thousands of other people do. And one day, when my time has come, I'll meet you. Until then, lepää rauhassa.

From Hannah

1) I am sad to say that I was not a fan of Brandon Lee before seeing The Crow. It was recently on Channel 4, here in the UK, and I just saw it and thought it would be a cool film to watch. I thought it was kind of a horror movie, I didn't really know much about the plot cos' TV mags don't say much. I wish that I had known of him before seeing The Crow.

2) I than found out about the death of Brandon through the TV mag cos' it was a Bruce Lee weekend where they were showing his films. I was totally shocked. I couldn't believe something like that had happened. After watching the film I realised what a tragic loss it was. I felt very sad and really felt for his family.

3) During the end scenes of the film I cried. It was just such a brilliant film, and Brandons fabulous acting really touched me. It just made me think really hard about the story and how a lot of it is mirrored into reality.

4) If I had to give Brndon a message I would say that he is missed and that his brilliant portrayal of The Crow has touched me, and all of his fans I'm sure. Thank you. I would also like to say my sympathys go out to his family for Brndon and Bruce, and to let them know they are loved and missed by us all. Heres to you Brandon.

From Roseslay@aol.com

1) I was originally a fan of Bruce Lee & when he died I began to keep with Brandon. I just had the feeling he would pick up where his Father left off. The first time I saw him in the movie Kung Fu I knew I was right. He had more than surpassed my expectations. I followed his career ever since. I think what drew me to Brandon was not just his on screen persona, but his ability to show he was a real person, with hopes and dreams, not just a celebrity, he too had struggles to over come.

2) I was at work when my Mom called and told me he had died. I was absolutely devastated. I had to leave work. All I remember was crying the whole way home. Sounds ridiculous to get that upset over someone you never met but Brandon had a way of making you feel like you knew him.

3) The first time I saw the Crow I kept thinking how sad it was that Brandon finally achieved the recognition he wanted and wasn't alive to see it. I found the whole thing incredibly sad that the world lost such a special person at such a young age.

4) Brandon you are greatly missed. As long as your fans are alive your memory will stay alive. I know your always near. I love you . . . I miss you.

From Lucy Day

1) No, I wasn't. A year or so ago, I simply found myself with a lonely night to face and decided to watch "The Crow". I never expected a movie to touch me as deeply and profoundly as it did.

2) I was lost. It bewildered me that someone so young and vital, and so inspiring could be taken away by a trick of fate. He was a bright and brilliant star, and sometimes I wonder what he would have given us if he'd lived.

3) I had a rush of mixed emotions. First came the sadness, after all even without the tragedy of Brandon's death it would have been a sad movie, but as it is it is haunting. But it also made me burn, after all it speaks volumes about the triumph of good over evil, and of the persistence of love beyond death.

4) Brandon, my friend. Don't worry about anything. You gave the world more to cherish and hold fast to in your 28 years, than many people manage in a century. We miss you a lot, that's undeniable, but so long as we watch your movies and cheer and rage, and smile and weep, so long as our hearts, souls and minds are affected by your works, then you never really left us at all. We can look to you for inspiration, be it in this world or the next, and the distance between us all is only ever as far as the heart can see. Rest easy, and be at peace.

From C. Raber

1) I had not seen any of his other movies before the crow. I guess that was what made me a huge fan of his.

2) I didn't even watch the movie "The Crow until after he was already dead. My friend told me that he was dead after we had finished the movie. I couldn't believe it. I was upset.

3) I loved the movie. To me it is so symbolic in many ways. The movie to me was about justice and that is what caught my attention and made me facinated so much.

4) I would tell him that he did a wonderful job playing that role. I would tell him that there are alot of people out there that have been touched by your movies. We all love and miss you.

From kperrin@bellsouth.net

1) I learned of Brandon in Rapid Fire but thought it was only a mediocre movie. I later watched The Crow and was blown away by this skinny yet muscled man who just showed up on screen like some kind of storm and had you sucked in till the very end.

2) A friend of mine told me after we finished The Crow and i could've cried i had sat through about 2 hours of this mans pain and felt such a connection i was heartbroken.

3) Oh god... how did i feel i was taken aback this movie was like nothing i had ever seen before. i love this movie and beleive it to be one of the best movies ever made.

4) Brandon, even if you did die young you changed live, you made me see that theres more to life than it seems thank you for being the man you were.

From Amy Lopez

1) No.I didn't really know who he was.But I met him right before "Rapid Fire"came out at a comic convention.(I flirted with him unknowingly).

2) Sick.I actually became hysterical (crying constantly) for several hours.

3) Awe and shock.I hadn't realized it would be that good and I cried at the end.

4) We miss and love you.RIP

From Niteshade

1) No, I had never seen him before 'The Crow'. I was only 11 then, and I just fell in love with the movie the first time I seen it. After that, I rented it (or checked it out of the Public Library) over and over. He was also magnificent in the movie, 'Rapid Fire.' He had so much charisma, power, and just everything!

2) I was devastated. I still cry every time I see any of his movies. I hate thinking that he is actually dead, he will always live on in each of our hearts. Even if I never got to know him personally, he just put so much into each role he took, I feel like I knew him somehow.

3) I can't really remember the first time, but I am still blown away by all the rest. I love watching his facial expressions and fluid movements. He put in everything to this role. He was a great actor, and had such potential to make it to the very top.

4) That is a very difficult question. What could I say? Probably this: Stay strong, your presence is still carried here, and will live on forever. You left such an impression on many lives in the short amount of time you had here, and I thank you for that. I know you have changed my life, you said, "Nothing is trivial." and I stick to that everyday of my life. I try to treasure everything, the good and the bad. I will see you someday, but until then, thank you so much for everything you have done and shown all of us through your films, and interviews. Thank you. (I would then give him a hug)

From sarsandiego@ibm.net

1) I was definitely a fan before The Crow came out. I loved his father, Bruce, as an actor and as a martial artist...the same as Brandon. I was always into the martial arts, even though I'm not a true martial artist myself. It was Bruce and Brandon's moves that I would always imitate. I had seen Brandon's Showdown In Little Tokyo with Dolph Lundgren and thought Brandon is a "bad" fighter. I was instantly a fan.

2) I was devastated when I heard of his death.

3) Once The Crow came out, I couldn't believe how awesome it was. I went to the Rock 105.3 premiere in San Diego before it came out to the public. Man, I had this intense nervousness inside, as if I were about to see the greatest movie ever. And I Did. To this day, it is my favorite movie, and I'm sure it will always be. Because of Brandon, and his portrayal of The Crow, I got a Crow tattoo on the whole of my back that says "The Crow" with the image of the bird with it's wings spread. And Within the wings you can see Brandon's eyes looking out. I'm very proud of this tattoo. I've also painted my face as The Crow for Halloween a couple of times. I've gotten great remarks.

4) I would tell Brandon, how great he is and how much I wish he were still alive because the world needs his personality and his positivity.

From Lostlove

1) I was not even aware of Brandon Lee's existence until someone opened my eyes to the Crow.

2) When I found out he had been killed, the fact that it had happened two years before I even heard of him didn't matter. I was so shocked I couldn't cry. It was a truly profound sadness. Later, when I found out details about how it happened I couldn't believe it. It was so senseless. Who could have orchestrated such a cruel fate?

3) Seeing the Crow actually changed my life. What I mean is that I've been unable to shake its effect ever since. Anyone critical of it is asked to give me a good reason why - and I haven't heard a good one yet. It still tears my heart out to watch the Crow, and the more I learn about and understand it and Brandon's death, the more it hurts.

4) To Brandon himself I would say only that the Crow is almost sacred to me... and thank him for turning my world upside down with his powerful performance.

From Chris Lipscomb

1) Yes I was. I became a fan from watching Showdown in little Tokeo with him and Dolph Lundren starring. I thought it was great.

2) I was in total shock. I remember being a fan of his. I couldn't beleive that he died. I remember being a big fan of his.

3) Excited! I loved the movie. In my eyes it is one of the best if not the best movie of this decade. I was following the movie from beginning to the end.

4) I would say thank you Brandon. Your movie meant alot to me. I find myself often trying to look like Eric Draven. The movie means alot to me. I often compare my love interest to Eric and Shellys. I just wish you were still alive today. Your last movie has had so much impact on my life. It means alot. We will miss you, and we will never forget you.

From Lin E. Gabehart

1) I worked for a video store and am a Okinawan Shuri Ryu Karate instructor, so I knew of Brandon and was a fan before the Crow. Showdown in Little Tokyo was the first thing I saw.

2) I was at work when I heard about his death. Completely shocked and speechless at his passing. After work I "borrowed" the Rapid Fire cardboard standee we had at our video store. Here was a guy that could have let who his father was determine his whole life, but instead chose to do things his own way, on his own terms, not to be the second Bruce Lee but the first and only Brandon Lee.

3) I had collected comic books for years before and have original copies of the Crow book so I knew what to expect. To say that the show was moving, is like saying Jesus was a nice guy. The Crow is a representation of the kind of love we all want to have, but few if any, ever find. "The Crow is a lesson to you and me, so listen closely."

4) If I had the chance to say one thing to Brandon Lee it would be simply "Thank You!" And to his family: "I'm sorry, nothing can close the void left in your daily lives, as I now turn the age Brandon was then, 28 ,I realize the only thing we will always have is memories. Hold them dear and know that somewhere beyond Brandon's Crow still flies."

From Evil2787@aol.com

1)No. I was not a Brandon Lee fan until I saw the crow. I just fell in love with him just like that.

2) When I heard of his death I cried for hours straight I just could not believe it. I was hoping one day that I could meet him.

3) The first time I saw the crow I felt the way Eric did about the things that were done wrong to him and I imediatedly wanted to go after them too.

4) If I had a chance to give him a message I would tell him that I am sorry for what happened to him and that he will be missed but never ever forgotten. Rest well Brandon.

From Sarah

1) I was a fan before his death. I remember seeing a trailer for "Rapid Fire", and how well it was represented and how badly I wanted to see it, though at the time I wasn't old enough to get into the Theater to see it. I remember when I did see "Rapid Fire" and how good it was, and how excited I was to see it finally after months of waiting. And watching him run and all those action scenes, I knew that, that kid had talent, and how I would enjoy every movies that he ever made.

2) I even remember how I found out. I was in Seventh grade and I had to go to my locker during my second period math class I was in. One of my friends asked me a question like, "Who was the older Lee? Brandon or Jason Scott?" Though at the time we had no idea that there was blood relations between the two. I said Brandon, and asked her why she is asking. She told me that Brandon Lee was shot. That stunned me, to the point of tears. I went back to my class with tears welling up in my eyes, feeling so sick to my stomach and an odd pain in my heart. I went home listened to the same tape over and over again...Eric Clapton's Journey Man, crying my eyes out, waiting for the news, and shows like HARD COPY and ENTERTAINMENT TONITE, to found out what really happened. From that moment on, every day I think of Brandon Lee and how tragic it was for his untimely death.

3)I was so excited to see The Crow, knowing that this is one of the last things that has forever frozen him in time, letting him live over again. (Sometimes I feel like he is truly The Crow, Eric Draven, dead...still yet living by the films that captured him.) I sat there in the dark movie theater with one of my friends, trying to keep the tears away, and a smile on my face. I remember coming out of the theater smelling the hot humid air. Everything that day I saw The Crow the first time I still remember.

4)Brandon...thank you for you elegance, and power, strenght, humor, and for your short lived life. "THE KEY TO IMORTALITY IS FIRST LIVING A LIFE WORTH REMEMBERING...." For those words, were some of the few things that kept me going during the rough times. And P.S...thanks for letting me steal you a couple of times for my characters that I have created for my own writing purposes. I owe you!

From Liantanees@aol.com

1) I was a fan of Brandon before "the Crow" do to his earlier movie "Rapid Fire".

2) I found out about his death while riding home in the car with my mother. On the radio I had heard of this tragic news and became depressed.

3) The movie was great like everyone said before me. I loved the whole idea of coming back from the dead and puting the wrong things right.

4) Do you mind if I paint a picture of you and your father together, and that it's to bad that you are gone because i would have loved to see you play Peter Parker in "Spiderman"

From Suns809936@aol.com

1. yes i was a fan of brandon lee.i wached 2 movies of him.

2.I really didn't mind much because i didn't know him that much because i had only seen 1 movie of him.

3.i loved the crow it was a great movie!!!!!!(i loved it!)

4.i would say that it was a sad thing that happend to you and a lot of hurt was caused from that ! R.I.P! BRANDON LEE!!!! WE LOVE YOU!

From ShellyAngel

1) No I was not a fan of Brandon before the Crow, the movie really showed what fine actor and human being he is. (Sorry I hate to use 'WAS" ). This is when I became HUGE fan!!!

2) I can NOT accept he is gone!! I feel so sick inside!! I cry everytime I see the Crow and it hurts more knowing our beautiful Brandon Lee is not here on this earth.

3) Wow!!! What an experience! You can really FEEL Eric Draven's PAIN and DESPAIR!! His angre!!! Yes Brandon brought Eric Draven to life with his awe breath taking performance, I will never forget THE CROW!! God I miss him!!!!

4) I would say to Brandon, "Sweetie, you are an Idol to me!!! You are so inspirational and you brought The Crow to life!! Your love and passion shined through your Eric Draven!! I want to really get to know you because good friends are hard to come by and you are a good friend." I can only hope my Angel hears me say this!!!

From Richard Wilson

1) I first saw Brandon in the movie "Showdown In Little Tokyo". I can't say that I saw in his performance the ability he showed in The Crow, but it was your 'A' typical Cop/smash'em up movie that didn't require much in the way of real acting. Brandon had a confident presence about him though, much like his father.

2) I was sick to my stomach when I learned of his death. Being a scorpio, I am very sensitive to death, and though I didn't know him, we were of the same age range. Like Brandon said during his last on-camera interview, death around you or your own near death has a way of bringing focus to your life. A guy that I worked with that was the same age also had passed away that month, so it appeared "death" was all around me.

3) I could not bring myself to see the film until it came out on video, and then only after months of hesitation. I can not explain the reasons. I felt viewing the movie was almost like watching Brandon's death in a way. My heart was pounding out of my chest while I watched it for the first time. The messages "love is forever, and nothing is trivial" had a prolific impact on me that continues to grow today.

4) I do not know what I would say to Brandon if I could get a message to him. There are still feelings inside of me towards his tragic death that have not been resolved. But, I guess just a simple "thanks", for helping me see that "nothing is trivial".

From Tanasha Butler (TheCrowED@aol.com)

1) I wasn't a fan before, in fact, I didn't even know who he was.

2) I was...shocked. After seeing the movie and finding out he was gone, I didn't know what to think. It was a great loss.

3) It was such a /real/ movie, that it hurt me to watch it. I cried when he smashed his fist into the mirror, I cried when he gave Sarah the ring, I cried when he saw Shelly die. I felt his pain. I /was/ The Crow. I still cry to this day. This movie will never be equaled by anything, ever.

4) I would thank him for the emotional release he has given me in the from of The Crow. I wil never be able to repay him for his touching gift, and I hope he has eternal peace. He will be missed for as long as I still breath.

From RMCGLYNN

1) I was not a huge fan of Brandon before The Crow; in fact, I'd hardly heard of him! I knew that he was Bruce Lee's son and I'd seen a few of his earlier films, which led me to believe that he was just another one of those chop-socky actors who make action/kung fu movies because that's all they can do.

2) I wasn't all that bothered to be honest. Yes, it's always sad when somebody dies, especially when its due to an accident like the one Brandon fell victim to, but I wasn't a big Brandon fan and I didn't actually hear much about how he died anyway - all I got out of the press was the 'Lee Family Curse' rubbish. Of course, now I feel differently and, quite frankly, I feel rather GUTTED!

3) I was astounded! Everything about it oozed quality, from the amazing visual aspects to Brandon's incredibly moving performance as Eric (I was moved to tears). If I had never watched The Crow, I don't think I could care less today about whether-or-not Brandon was dead (tragic but true).

4) Thank you for gracing the world with your talent, your inspiration, and Eric Draven. Rest in peace.

From Jeff Credon

1) I was kind of. I had seen a couple of Movies of his and liked him.

2) I thought That it was unfair to take a great actor and a great human when he was at the best time of his life plus he was about to get married and I found it to be unfair.

3) I thought that it was an extremely great movie the way that it was portrayed it made you feel the pain that the characters felt and I thought that it kicked ass how he killed all of the people and got revenge.

4) I would say Brandon It was a tragedy that you died in the prime of your life and how your performance has touched the lives of so many people in the world it is truly a wonderful thing and you are living your life after death.

From Rhonda (DAGZ4@aol.com)

1.) Came to be a Bruce Lee fan first. Had a friend that was a big fan and he got me hooked. Must admit I moved on to Brandon out of the sheer curiosity of seeing if he was anything like his father. He was. Fan ever since.

2.) I can't describe the feeling. Another light gone too soon.

3) It took me a long time to get up the nerve to actually watch it. I knew by then that Brandon had died making it. Knew what scene, how, etc. I just remember being happy for him, that this would be the thing people would most remember from him, how beautifully he played the part. This group, your request, shows I was correct.

4.) You will not be forgotten. Rest well.

From J.M. Green

1) Yes. I was a martial Artist who was A Bruce Lee admirer. I soon learned of Brandon's existence and followed up on him ever since.

2) Shocked. I at first didn't believe in it cause I figured that it was a rumor related to his Dad's death Somehow. I was saddened to find the truth I didn't want to hear.

3) Amazed and exited. I felt that it was a display of how things should be done for those who are victims of violent crimes.

4) " Minwaadizi " which means " Live the good life." I think he has.

( On a sad note, J.M. Green, known by his internet handle 'Greenspider', died as a result of an automobile accident on on the week of April 25th - May the 2nd. He was 21 years old. He will be sadly missed. )

From Erica Williams (Thana34@hotmail.com)

1. I had never heard of him before "The Crow."

2. I hadn't paid much attention to it at first because I hadn't seen the movie until two years later. Then it hit me that he had died in the month, and near the day, in which I had celebrated the day I started my own life. I felt bad for celebrating my life when he was gone from his own.

3. I loved it. I had watched it the first time on New Years Eve 1996-1997 and was mad because I was interrupted for a New Year's celebration with the rest of the adults at my parent's party.

4. I would tell him to fill his life with the people he loves most and do the things he wanted to do.

From Jeanette Barcroft (JLBarcroft@aol.com)

1) No--I'd barely heard of him before I read the reviews of The Crow shortly after it came out

2) There were a few articles in the paper at the time that I glanced at, but I was not familiar with him. I'm saddened by anyone's death, particularly of a young person with his whole life ahead of him, and for such a senseless accident.

3) Like my life had come to a screeching halt, then charged off in a completely new and unexpected direction. I immediately began plotting the outline of my own version of the movie, and within a few days began writing it, eventually producing two complete novels totaling 500 pages in just 3 months ... and beginning a continuing interest in Lee and The Crow.

4) Thank you, Brandon ... and would you like to read a copy of my novelization of your movie?

From Conor Doyle

1) actually, no. I had heard of Brandon only as the son of Bruce, and had seen Showdown in Little Tokyo, but not paid a whole lot of attention to him, I'm ashamed to say. it was only after the Crow that I realized how beautiful an actor he really was, but alas it was too late...

2) Because I did not know of him, I was not overly affected. I mourn his loss strongly only now.

3) Honestly, I was in awe. It was so powerful a movie, so deeply moving. And then, when I read the story, and heard of James O'Barr's pain and torment, it became more so

4) only this - You will be sadly missed.

From Amy Carter

1) I had never heard of Brandon Lee until after I watched the Crow

2) At the time that I heard of his death it really didn't do anything to me cause I didn't know who the guys was.

3) It is indescribable the feelings I felt after watching the crow.

4) I would tell him what a great job he did acting in the Crow. He was definitely a wonderful actor. I would also have to tell him that even though he died making the crow but he left everyone a wonderful gift that we can watch over and over again.

From Esteban Parisi

1)I always like Brandon but after the CROW I became a true Fan...

2)I felt terribly sad, and very angry. It was not fair and I still feel bad every time I see the crow.

3) GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOODDDDDDDDDDDDDDD!!!!!!! I enjoy it so much... a incredible movie!... Brandon the best and Eric a hero.

4)thank you Brandon... you were the best... rest in peace.

From Emily Tackett

1) Were you a fan of Brandon's before viewing 'The Crow'? If you were, how did you come to be a fan? I wasn't a fan, but I did like him in rapid fire. I saw it before the crow.

2) How did you feel when you heard of Brandon Lee's death? I felt sorry for his family cause he died so young.

3) How did you feel the first time you watched 'The Crow'? I was in shock pretty much. I had never seen a movie that touched me like the crow. I really felt that the movie gave people hope

4) If you had an opportunity to give Brandon a message, what would you say to him? well, I'd tell him I think he was a great actor and that all his fans love and miss him.

From Paul Fabry (pfabry@hotmail.com)

1) Like many other people, I was not a fan of Brandon Lee. I had only read of his passing in the newspaper a few months before the release of "The Crow", and to be honest, didn't really think much about it. Now that I look back upon these tragic events, however, knowing the things I know now, I wished I had paid more attention. I probably would have cut out the article and pasted it into my journal, to commemorate the passing of a legend. As to how I became a fan, again, like most other people, it was only after watching Brandon's superb performance, which left me in total awe. I was spellbound, and after I left the theatre, I felt numb. How could such a gifted person be tragically torn away from us? Brandon's death mirrored James O'Barr's tragic loss perfectly.

2) As I said before, I felt the world was cheated of a wonderful actor and human being when Brandon Lee was cruelly taken away, in the prime of his life. Had he lived, I'm sure "The Crow" would have catapulted him out of his father's shadow and into new heights.

3) Words cannot do justice to how I felt after watching "The Crow" for the first time. However, I can give it a try: amazed, awestruck, breathless, spellbound, horrified (that Brandon had to pass on making the work of perfection that left many people clamoring for more)...the list could go on to infinity.

4) If I could give Brandon Lee a message, it would be, "Thank you. Thank you for blessing us all with this masterpiece, this work of art that you have created, and can never be surpassed. Thank you for inspiring us all to greater heights, and for making us realize that one human being can touch the untapped emotions in us all, and for bringing those emotions to the fore. You may not have been an angel, but you damn well came pretty close to it. Thank you for making me believe. Thank you, Brandon. Thank you, thank you, thank you. Gods bless."

From VooDoChiLE

1) I only knew Brandon lee as the son of immortal Bruce lee, and it never really sunk in how good an actor he was until the second or third time I saw the crow

2) I actually just became a fanatical crow follower last year, so until then I had just wrote it off as another celebrity suicide thing, but after I saw the crow, it kinda hit me that this awesome actor was gone forever

3) "Oh my god this is the coolest movie I have ever seen in my whole entire life! I must watch it again!"

4) It's probably been said, but "as long as the fans keep remembering, you'll live on. Rest In Peace my friend"

From Tammi (tammir@texoma.net)

1) Were you a fan of Brandon's before viewing 'The Crow'? If you were, how did you come to be a fan? I was not a fan but I knew he was Bruce Lee's son. I had seen a few of his movies but the crow was By far the best of them all. Now I'm Brandon's for life!

2) How did you feel when you heard of Brandon Lee's death? I found out that he died in the making of the Movie when I watched it in the Theater. I was absolutely devastated. I mean by the time the movie ended I was so in love with him and his Character. Then Boom In loving Memory of Brandon and Eliza. I mean that Sucked!

3) how did you feel the first time you watched 'The Crow'? When I watch the Crow it touched my heart like no other story movie or book has done before. I actually mourned for Shelly and Eric in my own little way. Stupid but I related to them so well because Brandon MADE me fell his pain.

4) If you had an opportunity to give Brandon a message, what would you say to him? Well I think I would tell him that I admired his acting and that He is and always will be missed.

From Gabe Sarron

1) Were you a fan of Brandon's before viewing 'The Crow'? If you were, how did you come to be a fan? yes I was a fan before the crow when I saw rapid fire I liked his martial art skills

2) How did you feel when you heard of Brandon Lee's death? sad because I liked him despite seeing only 1 of his movies at the time

3) How did you feel the first time you watched 'The Crow'? Felt great it was and is the greatest film I've ever seen

4) If you had an opportunity to give Brandon a message, what would you say to him? you will be missed by many

From Sonia Yanira Rodriguez Clavijo

1) I was not a fan. I knew about the crow when I saw the soundtrack. I didn't like it at first (you can be so ignorant sometimes...). I thought it was a bad movie, but everyone would tell me that it was the best.

2) I felt sorry, 'cause I really didn't know the way he had died, and I haven't had the opportunity (and I didn't feel like it) to watch the movie. I didn't know how it would be for me later, when I really knew why and how he died. Not until I saw the movie.

3) Soon, I couldn't resist the curiosity for knowing what was "Brandon's great movie" about. I didn't expect anything awesome: I like watching movies, and that was just "another movie" (just before it started). I started watching it: I realized and understood why everyone would felt so... connected with this story. I felt sad, really, really sad. I think it happens to all of us: you cannot describe what You feel when you watch it. I thought It wasn't true (to be honest), I thought that was just a lie, so everybody would watch it. But I read the movie tape (I'm not sure about this word. I hope you can understand me), and It said "included scenes from Brandon's death". Later, I bought the original movie, (because I rented it the first time I saw it)

4) Brandon: I just know few (really few) thinks about you. I know that you were Bruce's son, that you did a couple of movies before. From your last interview, I understood how important was life for you, how sure you were about remembering things you use to forget, how natural and simple you were (I noticed that you knew what you really had, what you really wanted, and what you really expected from life), I knew you didn't need recognition's for how great you were, you were just you. If you left, is because I had to be that way. I cannot say "I hope you were here" or "I miss you", because you were (and you are) to far away..., but some day (and this goes to all of us), we will be in the same place, and who knows, we could meet there... It would have been great meeting you, because I'm completely sure you were a wonderful HUMAN BEING.

From Lady Jaivien (jaivien@hotmail.com)

1) I Love Kung FU the next generation and thought it was only fitting that Brandon should be in the mini film his father thought of and Rapid Fire was an Excellent movie!!

2) I was completely shocked a)because it was a huge loss to the world b)he's so young c)his death was very suspicious d)the world lost a special talent and nice person, and both he and Bruce Lee died so young, so strangely and working on films at the time they never finished...

3) I just completely loved it, it draws you in you can really feel his pain (which few actors and film can do successfully)

4) I have no idea, What would you say to the dead. Rest in peace? and thanks for the films?

From fixxxer983@aol.com

1) I had seen Brandon in Showdown in Little Tokyo (I think that's the name)and I thought he was awesome. He was a great fighter and martial artist.

2) I was only 10 when he died, and I didn't really know him, except that he was Bruce Lee's son. Even still I felt some kind of connection to him. I cut out the newspaper article and carried it with me. I read it so many times. I couldn't understand the fascination until I saw the movie.

3) I'm ashamed to say that the first time I saw it, I thought it was just a cool action movie. Only after I REALLY saw it, I felt that special Crow feel. I actually felt the movie, which is something that doesn't happen much to me. Brandon made it a very special movie to me. I felt his pain and I triumphed with him. I got goosebumps when he made his transformation. It was great.

4) I would thank him first for changing my life. Then I would tell him that he means very much to us fans and that he will never die in our hearts. Ironically enough, as in the movie the crow keeps him alive for all of us. Thank you Brandon, wherever you are...

From OJUPITEROo@aol.com

1) I think I saw Rapid Fire before but I didn't get into Brandon until it was too late. I mean I have no shame in saying this, I laugh when people say that's a posure cause that truly was his best role, and it would have rocketed his career, I mean people see that and they are like wow, you know. I have since watched all of his others, and enjoyed them, but the Crow was his masterpiece

2) It was very shocking. I was actually unaware of his death Prior, I just don't watch a lot of TV, and no one I knew saw the Crow, so I learned after by the "trailer" thing. It was very devastating. He was such a wonderful actor! All the things he was saying were like words that came back to haunt him, "How many more times can you remember..."I mean, it seemed soooo Surreal! Then I looked into all these details on the "haunted studio" and his father's death....very early. I just know we lost a great actor with a lot of talent!

3) Long story. I felt the movie, saw every word, heard every movement, it was intense! I remember my Rents were out and my Uncle was baby sitting and he left me watch it, even though it was late on a school night and my Rents would have went psycho. They came home, I ran, my uncle hit pause....then I just turned, went back down and watched the rest of a movie that really did touch me...

4) I really don't know. I never got to know him personally. It would have to be something from the heart. To the dead one only owes the truth, I would just tell him Thanks, he's missed, and it really can't rain all the time. What do you say to the dead other than see you soon?

From Ben Black

1) I had known Brandon lee existed since I was a kid because I was a Bruce lee fan, but never could find any of his movies. rapid fire was the first movie I saw when it came out and that's when I really became a fan.

2) disbelief and shocked. I accidentally heard someone say 'did u know Bruce lees sons dead'. I thought it was a joke or got the name mixed up with someone else's.

3) no instantaneous awe, just felt it was a good movie. but it was really when I watched it again and again, that I really took notice of how great the movie was.

4) I really wouldn't know. this maybe really stupid of me to say but I never think like that of the dead and know while I'm alive the opportunity will never arise.

From El Duderino Princess

1) To be honest, The Crow made me a fan of Lee.

2) I was very saddened. I almost didn't want to believe it at first. Sometimes I still do feel a little sorrow over his death.

3) I was moved like very few other films have had the power to do. Something about the Crow reached deep into my soul that words can't quite explain. All I know its had a big impact on my life-- my outlook, my sense of style, my art.

4) I think if I had the opportunity to say something to Brandon it would be to commend him first on a brilliant portrayal in The Crow. I would share with him how it has made a lasting impression on me. And, I would express my sadness of his with him, and to let him know that he is missed.

From Ungod1281@aol.com

1) Not entirely...I simply recognized him as the son of a legend

2) I was interested...they showed clips of him with face paint on...wearing black suits...I wondered what that movie was all about

3) I was moved beyond any limits imaginable...My eyes were opened and I peered into the shadows

4) "Thank you...What you kept in here saved me" - Eric Draven

From RougeSP@aol.com

1) no- I started liking him after joining the list. I saw some pics of him at website, and oh how he captured me with how his personality came over and touched me those green eyes, they're haunting me(not that I mind, they're beautiful!) I am just so sad! I hope I see him on the other side of death

2) I was a child then, and I didn't hear about it until; joining this list. I was saddened, it was tragic, but it only hit me just now, after I watched it, what a loss this is/was all I can say now is "my god, he's dead" I am sorrowful beyond words, beyond time, at the loss of such a special person he was so full of life at his interview after the movie I love him for what he has done with the Crow, which reached out to my soul

3) (I just watched it for the first time, so this is fresh) my god, what a work of art! it made me cry - many times throughout, and at the end, I couldn't stop. No movie on earth has done to me before. it is my new fav movie for all time - because of how Brandon touched me with his acting

4) you are so special - to me, to all the Crowers, to all your fans. Your acting inspires me, like no other actor's, and every time I hear a Crow, I shall think of you"

Do you wish to be added to the memorial? If so, please email me at corvus1970 at gmail.com and answer all four questions. I'll then add your message to Brandon to the memorial.