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Official Student Newspaper of Henry M. Gunn High School

The Oracle

Official Student Newspaper of Henry M. Gunn High School

The Oracle

Asian representation in films should focus on culture, shared stories rather than skin color alone

Asian representation in films should focus on culture, shared stories rather than skin color alone

Chris Lee, Managing Editor October 25, 2021

Upon its release in 2018, critics hailed “Crazy Rich Asians” as the start of a new era in Hollywood. More than two decades since the release of “The Joy Luck Club,” the last movie featuring an Asian lead and a majority Asian cast, “Crazy Rich Asians” was seen as a promising sign for movies...

Graphic by Audrey Tseng

Representation within filmmaking industry remains relevant for students, wider audience

Julianna Chang and Jessica Zang February 12, 2020

Feb. 9 marks the 92nd Academy Awards, and out of the 20 actors and actresses nominated for the Oscars—as the Academy Awards are colloquially known—only two are people of color. Out of the five directors nominated, none are female. In other words, this year is no different from the Oscars...

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