Dr. Andrew Cheng, a linguistics professor at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, dives into how films influence language and culture. He discusses the shift towards linguistic realism since 'Parasite' and the growing acceptance of non-English films by the Oscars. Villainous accents in cartoons are critiqued for perpetuating stereotypes, while films like 'Anora' showcase the complexities of heritage language speakers. Cheng also tackles the balance of authenticity and realism in movies like 'Emilia Perez,' highlighting AI's role in shaping vocal performances.