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'Sh?gun' star Hiroyuki Sanada, Stephanie Hsu and Joan Chen on Asian Representation in Hollywood: 'Step by Step, They Are Understanding Our Culture'


Published on 2024-12-16 15:04:15 - MSN
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The article from MSN discusses the impact of the FX series "Shōgun" on Asian representation in Hollywood, featuring insights from stars Hiroyuki Sanada, Stephanie Hsu, and Joan Chen. Hiroyuki Sanada, who plays Lord Yoshii Toranaga, emphasizes the importance of authenticity in portraying Japanese culture, noting that Hollywood's understanding of Asian culture is improving incrementally. Stephanie Hsu, known for her role in "Everything Everywhere All at Once," reflects on the gradual shift in Hollywood towards more inclusive casting and storytelling, highlighting the significance of roles that allow Asian actors to portray complex characters. Joan Chen, who has experienced Hollywood's evolution firsthand, shares her journey from being typecast to now seeing more nuanced roles for Asian actors. The trio collectively underscores the slow but steady progress in Asian representation, with "Shōgun" serving as a pivotal project in this ongoing cultural dialogue.

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