The Slanted Screen
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The Slanted Screen
Language
eng
Characteristic
videorecording
Main title
The Slanted Screen
Oclc number
1035093622
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Originally produced by Center for Asian American Media in 2006
Runtime
54
Summary
From silent film star Sessue Hayakawa to Harold & Kumar Go to Whitecastle, THE SLANTED SCREEN explores the portrayals of Asian men in American cinema, chronicling the experiences of actors who have had to struggle against ethnic stereotyping and limiting roles. The film presents a critical examination of Hollywood's image-making machine, through a fascinating parade of 50 film Filmclips spanning a century.. Winner of the Best Short Documentary award at the NY International Independent Film & Video film festival, THE SLANTED SCREEN envisions a new, exciting future in the entertainment industry, where the diversity of our culture and society is fully recognized and represented.. "Highest recommendation ? The Slanted Screen hits all its marks." ?SF Chronicle. "The Slanted Screen brings into focus the most dangerous aspect of prejudice." ?The Evening Class Review
Technique
live action
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