Animated Perspectives

With Hollywood's history of whitewashing characters of color, audiences have become increasingly vocal about their desire for diversity on-screen. But what about off-screen? Should the same concerns apply when casting voice actors? Sapphire Sandalo and Michael Harding discuss their thoughts. Articles referenced in this episode: https://thenerdsofcolor.org/2016/01/05/why-is-the-kubo-and-the-two-strings-cast-so-white/ http://www.thewrap.com/kubo-and-the-two-strings-director-defends-non-asian-cast-inclusion-matters-but-dont-reduce-diversity-to-a-hashtag/ http://ineeddivgms.info/post/139169108802/diversity-in-voice-acting-is-a-tricky-subject