Asian American men, Asian men have been basically eunuchs in American cinema and television.
John ChoFor me, the most interesting thing is longevity and sustaining a career, because that's what's truly difficult.
John ChoIt'd be nice if Asian actors could be perceived as profitable, which is the bottom line. We're perceived as not mattering much fiscally.
John ChoYou know, I always root for the older athlete. I root for the second album. I root for solo careers after the rock star breaks the band apart.
John ChoSometimes just being an immigrant, I read things the wrong way, and that can be funny. Or I'll put the emphasis on the wrong word, and that can be funny. I have an affinity for comedy because I like to watch them. It's an honor to make comedies because I love being able to pop something into the DVD player and laugh. I love doing it.
John Cho