Yes, even the “cool” soccer players by the end.Įvery charter is a key element to making the story work.
They all do a wonderful job portraying their characters in a way that will have you rooting for them all. Not only does the film star Michelle Yeoh and Ke Huy Quan fresh off their Oscar wins, the rest of the cast is phenomenal as well. It trusts the teens and tweens that the story is aimed at, while opening itself up to a wider viewing audience in the process. The script is mature and doesn’t spend its time dumbing things down for its viewers. Don’t get me wrong, I am not saying that it is only for a younger audience, because again, this is something we can all find a part of ourselves in. This adds a Young Adult element to the story.
He seems to be embarrassed by his family and roots, until he is forced to lean into them in order to, quite literally, save the planet. On top of hiding his interests, he tends to hide this part of his life as well. He is Asian, but was born in America - hence the title. Many High School students go through this very same thing, as they struggle on what parts of themselves to show others or not. It even causes a rift between his cosplay loving best friend, Anuj. He likes comic books and action figures, but is afraid to let the cool kids at school know this. Jin is extremely relatable, especially to the nerds out there. Jin Wang, played by Ben Wang, goes on a journey of self-discovery, told in a way that is hilarious and dramatic, and of course, packed with Kung-Fu. The cast gives this series their all, and it is easy to fall in love with each and every one of them.Ĭreated for television by Kelvin Yu, American Born Chinese chronicles the trials and tribulations of a regular American teenager whose life is forever changed when he befriends the son of a mythological god. This eight-episode first season perfectly blends fantasy with realism, in a way that does great justice to the lore that it showcases. American Born Chinese perfectly blends realism and fantasy in a way that will have viewers of all ages completely engrossed in the story and lore.Īmerican Born Chinese brings Gene Luen Yang’s graphic novel to life in a way that will have viewers of all ages completely immersed in this world and eager for more.
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