Daniel Dae Kim is calling out what he believes is an “overcorrection” in nationality-specific casting for Asian roles.

During a recent interview with American Masters PBS , the Butterfly actor shared why he believes there needs to be more thought behind casting for Asian and Asian American characters, as Asian actors are often held to more specific standards when it comes to identity compared to others.

“Right now, there’s a focus on nationality-specific casting when it comes to Asian Americans that I feel is an overcorrection,” he said. “Very often, when we’re cast, if the role calls for a Korean American, they will not see a Japanese American or Chinese American or any other Asian nationality.”

Daniel Dae Kim is calling out what he believes is an “overcorrection” in nationa

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