The Treatment
Reinaldo Marcus Green, Cord Jefferson, and Daniel Dae Kim on The Treat
Feb 17, 2024
Reinaldo Marcus Green talks about portraying Bob Marley, Cord Jefferson discusses his Oscar-nominated film 'American Fiction,' and Daniel Dae Kim shares 'The Treat.' Topics include Bob Marley's transformative journey, challenges in portraying complex black characters in Hollywood, and embracing Asian identity in the arts.
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- Challenging racial stereotypes in publishing leads to unexpected success for Monk's satirical book.
- Film critiques industry's reliance on stereotypical black narratives, challenging narrow expectations in storytelling.
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Monk struggles with the expectations of the publishing industry
In the podcast episode, the main idea discussed is the story of Monk, a black novelist who faces challenges in getting his latest manuscript published. Despite his belief in the universality of his work, the publishing industry pressures him to write a book that fits racial stereotypes and sells well. Feeling frustrated, Monk decides to write a book that satirizes these expectations and stereotypes. However, the book becomes a surprising bestseller, forcing Monk to confront the consequences of his decision.
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