Leslie Chow:Too Much Chow

Races have been present in television and other visual medias since they first began.  Whether it be minstrels or just off color jokes, race is a present topic.  As we look at media today, we see it be more brought to light because we find it funny or comical.  The best form of this I think is the character, Leslie Chow, in the hangover movies.  He is a exaggerated form of a Asian and gay guy.  From the first time, we meet him we see stereotypes present and they just keep coming when we learn that he is gay.  These stereotypes can be continued but when does it stop being funny and start insensitive.  I enjoy the Leslie Chow character but some of my friends think that it gives a bad light to the Asian community and the gay community.  At first, I said that they were being too sensitive and should just let it  happen but when i watched the movies more and through more critical lenses, I noticed that they were correct.  It gives a stereotyped view on the Asian population and the gay community.  It also gives more people ammo to throw at the people in these groups.  I find it funny still but i try not to use it in my real life.  The off color jokes are still humorous but we have to watch out when we say these things because it could cause a stir that many people don't want.