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For awhile now, the concept of Asian women being "cute" has been displayed in films. Hollywood has been reinforcing many racist and misogynistic stereotypical images of Asian women for decades. It’s important to understand that if we want to break down these stereotypes, we must first understand where they originate. By doing so, we can change the narrative and fight for equality for all.

The Film Industry

The

'Lotus Blossom'

“So many times in the media, we see the romantic pairing of white men and Asian women. The Asian woman is very quiet and submissive and can’t speak for herself. Oftentimes, the plot revolves around her literally needing to be saved… and needing the white man to both romance her and do things for her that she could never do for herself.”

Lori Kido Lopez

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Media and cultural studies professor at the University of Wisconsin, Madison

STEREOTYPES IN...

Dramas

and Animes

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The

'Dragon Lady'

The dragon lady, who is frequently as sexual as a lotus blossom, uses her sensuality for lethal purposes.

"On the flip side of the submissive 'lotus blossom' stereotype is that of the more dominant 'dragon lady.' You’re either an object that’s for the taking or something that could be a temptation, a temptress.”

Nancy Wang Yuen​

Sociologist who specializes in Hollywood’s representation of Asian Americans

POSITIVE EXAMPLES IN...

Movies and TV Shows

Fortunately, there are heroic Asian female figures in our film industry and we begin to see more and more everyday.
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