Hollywood Diplomacy: Film Regulation, Foreign Relations, and East Asian Representations

Exploring the intricate relationship between Hollywood and international diplomacy, this book examines how film regulation has influenced the portrayal of Chinese, Japanese, and Korean ethnicities. It highlights the roles of various U.S. governmental bodies, including the State Department and the Department of Defense, in shaping these cinematic images in alignment with U.S. foreign policy. Through this lens, the narrative reveals the impact of both internal and external pressures on Hollywood's representation of Asian cultures.