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Asian American Actors: Oral Histories From Stage, Screen, And Television
Author: Lee, Joann Faung Jean
Paperback; Illustrations
248 pages
Published: June 2000
McFarland & Company, Inc.
ISBN: 0786407301

The acting profession is increasingly drawing more and more actors of Asian descent. Yet, even with the success of television programs, films, and even Broadway plays that include Asian characters, there are still limited roles for these actors. In the past, Asian characters like Charlie Chan and Fu Manchu were played by non -- Asian actors in makeup. Many of the roles available for Asians today tend to be stereotypical. Seldom are Asian actors cast in race-neutral roles. Despite these obstacles, many excellent Asian actors continue to seek their places on screen and stage.This analysis of Asian American opportunities and experiences in the acting profession features the narratives of both aspiring and established Asian-American actors, providing a detailed examination of theThis analysis of Asian American opportunities and experiences in the acting profession features the narratives of both aspiring and established Asian American actors from both U.S. coasts, providing an examination of the opportunities, prejudices and fears they face and the goals they set for themse


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