Chinese in Hollywood

Hollywood has long exerted an international influence on the global imagination. In the first half of the 20th century, Chinese American actors who aspired to a career in Hollywood found their opportunities limited to roles that propagated Asian stereotypes. Meanwhile, many Chinese roles were given to non-Asian actors playing yellowface. It has been a long, hard road for Chinese in Hollywood who have striven to build meaningful careers behind and in front of the camera. This book focuses on the contributions of Chinese and Chinese Americans to the film and television industries as well as those who lived and worked in the Hollywood area. Vintage photographs celebrate pioneers such as Anna May Wong, Tyrus Wong, Milton Quon, James Wong Howe, and many more. From the silent film era to the present, the history of Chinese in Hollywood will surpass 100 years.

Author: Jenny Cho, Chinese Historical Society of Southern C
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)
Published: 12/02/2013
Pages: 128
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.71lbs
Size: 9.31h x 6.51w x 0.37d
ISBN13: 9780738599731
ISBN10: 0738599735
BISAC Categories:
- History | United States | State & Local | West (AK, CA, CO, HI, ID, MT