How I created the first Chinese Superman character
Cartoonist Gene Luen Yang has used his work to combat racism and navigate life as a Chinese-American. He also helped create the first Chinese Superman character.
Gene Luen Yang grew up in a Chinese family in the United States, and when his mum bought him his first Superman comic, the story immediately resonated with him. Gene went on to become a cartoonist, and he even helped create the first Chinese Superman character. He is also the first graphic novelist to be a finalist for the National Book Award and his most recent book is called Dragon Hoops.
Presenter: Emily Webb.
Producer: Katy Takatsuki.
Picture: Gene Luen Yang.
Credit: Courtesy of Gene Luen Yang.
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