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Asian Stereotypes In Television And Film

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In television and film Asians are described as being highly intelligent in the form of mystically wise, criminally clever, or geeky. Asian women are categorized into being dragon ladies, China dolls or tiger moms. Asian men are often either seen as demasculated or lecherous or both. The stereotype of the “desexualized Asian nerd” who excels academically, often in math and science, is deeply rooted in the American education system. According to the cliche, Asians will naturally do well due to them being part of a group of naturally high achievers who are highly educated and highly successful, a model to which other racial minorities should aspire. It is important to acknowledge this list of Asian stereotypes in film and television over time
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