(CNN) It used to be common for Asian Americans in Hollywood to joke about the "rule of one" -- the unwritten law that historically seemed to limit every ensemble cast to just one Asian actor; all of network TV to just one Asian TV show; every film season to just one Asian movie. Jeff YangThe luxury of having this run of films come out in such close proximity is that they've shown us the many contrasting ways that Asian American stories can be told. A scene from "Crazy Rich Asians." These films have given audiences an immersion into the way these themes weave across all of our diverse Asian American experiences. Food is what brings many Asian families together and helps us express feelings that can't be said out loud.

Source: CNN June 11, 2019 12:11 UTC