FROM DARKROOM TO GREENROOM: How Gotham's Jake Choi Approaches Diversity In Hollywood - By Brian J. Patterson

Headshot by U-Shin Kim

After yesterday's 72nd Golden Globe Awards, most people are talking about the winners. Well, after seeing the list of nominees and winners, and noting that they were somewhere around 80% white, I feel it even more important that the topic of diversity in Hollywood is discussed. I mean specifically, those who I know are winners. One of those people being the talented, driven, and multi-faceted Jake Choi, who is the focus of today's interview.

You might say, "who is Jake Choi?" Well, in my humble opinion, not only is Jake Choi an up and coming talent in the entertainment business, but he is living the dream. Because while many people talk about their dreams, Jake is actually bringing it to fruition. In addition, he is doing it with class, style, passion, talent, and a commitment to fighting stereotypes in his own way.

Constantine, Flash, & Gotham...OH MY! By Brian J. Patterson

Comic Con Special by TV Guide Editors - Featuring Constantine

I have been attending San Diego Comic Con for approximately 15 years...I just needed to make that known right away, thank you. When I first started going to ‘the Con’ as we would call it, the convention center was barely 1/2 in use for this event. SDCC (San Diego Comic Con) did indeed grow as the years went on. How could it not with the comics and sci fi community as its supporters? We are known to be one of the most loyal fan bases ever. SuperHeroes are our idols and we run to worship at their alters. We tithe as much as we can to their causes, and are known to have: spent our last dollars, wait in lines overnight, and travel great distances to support their cause….on MULTIPLE occasions! It is not surprising that the Hollywood community would want to come and exploit..er, I meant to say take full advantage of that type of loyal fan base, by making films geared toward this audience. Frankly, it’s a win win situation. Because when you think about it: