Slaying the Dragon
Fifty-eight minutes of interviews with pioneering Asian-American actresses and clips from classic films examine their history in Hollywood.
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Fifty-eight minutes of interviews with pioneering Asian-American actresses and clips from classic films examine their history in Hollywood.
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Pioneering Asian-American actresses reflect on their experiences in Hollywood in "Slaying the Dragon." The 1988 documentary features interviews with these actresses alongside clips from classic films such as "The Thief of Bagdad," "The Good Earth," and "The World of Suzie Wong." The film intersperses these narratives with sociological commentary that addresses the challenges faced by Asian-American women in the film industry. Running for 58 minutes, it offers a critical look at representation and identity in American cinema.
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