“Pachinko” premiered in March of last year and paints a nuanced yet thrilling tale of the immigrant experience through the eyes of one family’s matriarch.
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John Cho, Simu Liu, Sandra Oh and More Recognized at Character Media’s 2021 Unforgettable Gala
The 19th annual event took place on Dec. 11, 2021 at the Beverly Hilton, and featured performances from NIKI, Audrey Nuna and more, in addition to speeches from the evening’s host Sherry Cola, keynote speaker Daniel Dae Kim and the 2022 Unforgettable Award recipients.
Masala: How ‘Pachinko’ Constructs a Family Epic Across Time
The new Apple TV+ series follows four generations of a Korean family, led by resilient matriarch Sunja.
Q&A: Filmmaker Justin Chon Talks Storytelling In the Indie Darling ‘Blue Bayou’
Chon, director, writer and star of the indie drama “Blue Bayou,” discusses the inspirations behind his film.
‘Pachinko’ First Trailer Promises Heartache, History and Hopefulness
The multigenerational drama, based on the family epic by Min Jin Lee, will premiere March 25 on Apple TV+.
Asian American and Pacific Islanders Share Their Inspirations and How They Rise
Get to know creatives like Adele Lim, Abraham Lim, Sherry Cola and more.
Masala: Justin Chon Sheds Light On Adoptee Deportation with ‘Blue Bayou’
The writer, director and star of “Blue Bayou” shares the heartbreaking, real-life inspirations behind his latest feature.
The Lookout: Notable AAPI Emmy Nominations, Justin Chon’s Newest Film and More
Celebrate Bowen Yang’s historic Emmy nomination, take a look at what’s new in the DC Extended Universe and Naomi Osaka’s latest milestones.
The Unforgettable Gala: The Director Award Nominees
Editor’s Note: For almost 20 years, the Unforgettable Gala has been the most visible platform to celebrate Asian Americans in entertainment. Here at “Character Media,” we are thrilled to be able to […]
Dive Into The Deep, Dark World Of Doumis In ‘Ms. Purple’
The heartbreaking drama that made moviegoers shed more than a few tears at the 2019 Sundance Film Festival will now be making a theatrical release. “Ms. Purple,” directed by […]
WATCH: Justin Chon’s Vanguard Award Speech at the 16th Unforgettable Gala
Read the full transcript of Chon’s speech below: First off, I want to say I’m sorry I’m not there with you guys. I’m in New York right now working […]
Justin Chon to Direct New Film for MACRO
Riding the traction from his critical success “Gook,” Justin Chon is slated to direct a film for the production studio MACRO. MACRO is the production company behind major films […]
Here’s What Award Recipients Had to Say at the 16th Unforgettable Gala
There is a famous saying that goes something like this: “Keep on keeping on.” If anyone embodies that spirit, it is the honorees of Kore Asian Media’s 16th Unforgettable […]
Unforgettable Vanguard Award: Justin Chon
“Gook,” directed, written, and starring Justin Chon, brought a lot of attention to the actor this year, especially after it picked up the Next Audience Award at the Sundance […]
Top 10 Asian Actors in Hollywood (2017 Edition)
Representation was one of the hottest topics in Hollywood this year. A slew of whitewashing scandals and a handful of standout shows and performances put Asian faces at the […]
