Asian Quote by Simu Liu
“The first set I ended up on was Guillermo del Toro's 'Pacific Rim' that was shooting in Toronto and they needed a bunch of Asian extras, and for some reason they put their ad on Craigslist.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Discussing role in Pacific Rim, 2013
The casting call sought Asian extras via Craigslist, highlighting unconventional hiring methods in film production.
In simple terms: Film used Craigslist for casting Asian extras.
Key Takeaway
Consider alternative hiring channels.
Themes
film production
casting
diversity
Mood
pragmatic
informative
Type
industry
anecdotal
When to use this quote
- movie set
- acting auditions
- online job boards
Key Concepts
media industry
recruitment strategies
Questions to Reflect On
- How do unconventional hiring methods affect representation?
- What are risks of informal casting?
A Different Perspective
May limit talent pool diversity.
