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Plot
"The Slanted Screen" is an insightful exploration into the depiction of Asian men in the realm of film and television. From the silent cinema era of Sessue Hayakawa to the contemporary comedic exploits in "Harold and Kumar Go to Whitecastle", this documentary delves into the evolution and influence of Asian portrayals, scrutinizing the perpetuation of age-old stereotypes and highlighting the groundbreaking work of new filmmakers striving to redefine them. The film weaves together over 50 film clips, spanning nearly a century of Hollywood's depiction of Asian American male characters, provoking thought on the persistence of clichéd portrayals. It features riveting interviews with industry figures like actors Mako, Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, James Shigeta, Dustin Nguyen, Will Yun Lee, Phillip Rhee, Tzi Ma, comedian Bobby Lee, producer Terence Chang, casting director Heidi Levitt and directors Gene Cajayon and Eric Byler. "The Slanted Screen" raises compelling questions about the dwindling roles for Asian American men in media, against the backdrop of a burgeoning Asian American population, offering a poignant critique of the industry's portrayal of this demographic.
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The Slanted Screen is a documentary movie featuring Frankie Chin Chi-Leung.
The Slanted Screen is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Kanopy.