DOI
10.22191/buuj/8/1/7
Faculty Sponsor
Professor John Cheng
Abstract
The Hollywood film industry prominently consists of white actors, and critically acclaimed films are centered around white storylines. When Hollywood makes an adaptation based on people of color, specifically Asian Americans, they will whitewash the film to make it appear more socially acceptable. Scholars in Asian American studies, film studies, and other academic fields have analyzed Hollywood’s lack of diversity with actors, producers, directors, and even storylines. My study aims to analyze the connection between Asian American actors, directors, and producers from smaller to larger projects. Additionally, what did they do once they gained recognition and changed how Hollywood operates. Research has shown that this network among American actors, directors, and producers helps them stand against Hollywood’s barriers and change the industry from the inside.
Recommended Citation
Larch, A. C. (2022). A Peek Behind the Curtain: Asian Americans on Screen and Behind the Scenes. Binghamton University Undergraduate Journal, 8(1). https://doi.org/10.22191/buuj/8/1/7
