'Hellboy': What the Film's Whitewashing Backlash Means for Hollywood Casting | THR News

'Hellboy': What the Film's Whitewashing Backlash Means for Hollywood Casting | THR News

Assessment

Interactive Video

Business, Architecture, Performing Arts

University

Hard

Created by

Quizizz Content

FREE Resource

The video discusses the Hellboy reboot controversy over whitewashing, highlighting the industry's ongoing struggle with casting white actors in roles meant for people of color. It references a USC study on Asian representation in films and the role of social media in amplifying these issues. The video also covers industry reactions, including praise for actor Screen's decision to step aside from a whitewashed role, and emphasizes the need for diversity behind the scenes. The conclusion invites viewers to share their thoughts on Hollywood's whitewashing practices.

Read more

5 questions

Show all answers

1.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What was the main criticism regarding the casting in the Hellboy reboot?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

2.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

According to the July 2017 study from USC's media diversity initiative, what percentage of named or speaking characters were Asian?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

3.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What impact has social media had on the issue of whitewashing in Hollywood?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

4.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What was Jon M Chu's perspective on the future of whitewashing in Hollywood?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

5.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

How did Hollywood A-listers react to the decision made by the actor who stepped aside from a whitewashed role?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF