Focus Quote by Lana Condor

We need writers, we need to tell stories that include minority people, and then we won't have this discussion about Oscar so white.

— Pauletta Pearson Washington

I think that a lot of actors of color have said that it's a wonderful thing to play a role that doesn't have a…

— Hong Chau

I think that if there can be considered racism it's to do with the lack of opportunities for writers and producers and the people…

— Denzel Washington

There has to be more opportunities for Asian or black actors.

— Adeel Akhtar

Once there are more African Americans and Asian Americans behind the scenes as producers, writers, and directors, I think more inclusive casting will happen.

— Nicole Ari Parker

The industry looks for white actors and actresses, but it's not the same for black actors. We have to really put the work in.

— Chadwick Boseman

White filmmakers get so many opportunities to create stories, and how better could you use your voice than to take people of color and…

— Taylor Russell

I always feel that the best roles are written for white guys.

— Marlon Wayans

People obsess about casting and representation, but really, all the real work is behind the camera. Casting an Asian American into a bad role…

— Ali Wong

Now, there doesn't have to necessarily be a white man in the lead role. That's the way forward. That's diversity. It's cool if an…

— Ali Fazal

I don't have an answer for why Hollywood still casts non-ethnic people for ethnic roles. It's something that has to change. Sometimes they'll write…

— Adam Beach

It's hard in America as a writer of color, an actor of color, not to get caught up in race and culture. But you're…

— John Cho