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Stuntman David Cheung showcases breakthrough appearance in ‘Barbie’ movie
The highly anticipated release of the upcoming Barbie movie just got even more exciting, as David Cheung has become the first and only Chinese stuntman to portray a Ken in the movie. Barbie the movie, directed by acclaimed filmmaker Greta, produced by Margot Robbie and starring Ryan Gosling promises to be a cinematic experience like no other, celebrating love, friendship, and embracing individuality.
This groundbreaking achievement brings fresh diversity and representation to the world of cinema, highlighting the importance of inclusion and equal opportunities for actors of all ethnic backgrounds. In the beach battle scene, Ken and his fellow Kens engage in a thrilling confrontation, filled with stunt sequences and adrenaline-pumping action. Among other things, he can be seen having a ‘beach off’ and throwing frisbees during the Barbie movie beach battle scene.
This milestone achievement is a testament to the changing landscape of Hollywood, where representation and diversity are becoming increasingly integral to storytelling. Furthermore, just recently, David Cheung took part in a thought-provoking panel discussion on the topic of ethnicity and the casting of Asian actors in modern cinema at the exclusive San Diego Comic-Con. Speaking passionately about the significance of diverse representation, the panel emphasized the need for equal opportunities and the importance of authentic portrayals, highlighting the power of cinema in reshaping societal narratives.
What other stars have you worked with and what were the projects?
Johnny Depp, Paul Bettany, (Mortdecai) Taylor Lautner (Cuckoo) Chris Evans (Avengers age of Ultron) Dr Strange 2 (Benedict Cumberbatch) Sherlock Holmes (Robert Downey Junior) Mark Ruffalo (Now You See Me 2) Keanu Reeves (47 Ronin) Star Wars Andor.
Who have you worked with on the Barbie movie set and how did it feel to be there?
It felt like a barbie land because we were in a blue and pink built beach set with so many bright colours and funny items like tennis rackets and inflatables as weapons.
Being a part of Barbie the movie has been an absolute honor and a dream come true, I hope that my role as a Ken inspires aspiring actors of all ethnic backgrounds and encourages the industry to continue working towards greater diversity and inclusion.
Being on the Barbie set was really surreal; everything was so bright! The cast and crew were all having the best time and it was a really good laugh.
“Every take had something to laugh about and our fight scenes were extremely comedic, flamboyant and completely different to the more serious action movies I’ve performed in.”
Have you seen the film yet?
Yes. I saw the film first at the cast and crew screening in London’s Leicester Square.
Where exactly can we see you in the film?
You can see me at the beach battle, throwing a frisbee, riding a fake horse and fighting with other stunt Kens.
Featured photo credit: Miss Marissa
Harvey Brownstone conducts an in-depth interview with renowned actor, writer & producer, Dan Lauria.
Dan Lauria is a highly popular and beloved actor, writer and producer who became a household name for his portrayal of “Jack Arnold”, the stern, gruff but loving father of “Kevin”, played by Fred Savage, on the hit TV series “The Wonder Years”, for which he was nominated for an American Comedy Award for Funniest Supporting Male Performer in a TV series.
You also remember him as “Jack Sullivan”, Steve Byrne’s father in another great sitcom, “Sullivan & Son”. And of course, he played “Al Luongo”, manager of the San Diego Padres, in the best TV series ever made about major league baseball, “Pitch”. And he played “Leonard Fero” the angry head coach of the New England Knights basketball team, in yet another TV series about professional sports, “The Hoop Life”.
But beyond those iconic roles, Dan Lauria has brought us countless memorable performances on the stage and screen. You’ve seen him in many great movies including “Without a Trace”, “9 ½ Weeks”, “Stakeout”, “Another Stakeout”, “Independence Day”, “Wide Awake”, “Total Stranger”, “The Signs of the Cross”, “Miranda’s Victim”, and most recently, he played Tipp O’Neill in “Reagan”.
On television, in addition to the TV shows already mentioned, he’s appeared in dozens of classic series including “Hill Street Blues”, “L.A. Law”, “Cagney & Lacey”, “NYPD Blue”, “Touched by an Angel”, “ER”, “Law and Order”, “JAG”, “The Good Wife”, “Shameless”, “This is Us” and many more.
Dan Lauria also starred in a number of terrific TV movies and miniseries including “At Mother’s Request”, “David”, “Quiet Victory: The Charlie Wedemeyer Story”, “The Great Los Angeles Earthquake”, “Overexposed”, “Terror in the Family”, and “From the Earth to the Moon”, to name only a few.
And on the stage, he’s appeared on Broadway in “Lombardi” and “A Christmas Story: The Musical”. And off-Broadway, he’s appeared in many shows including “Game Plan”, “Dinner with the Boys” and “Just Another Day”, ALL of which he also wrote.
And if all of that weren’t enough, Dan Lauria has also written 3 children’s books in a series called “The Godfather Tales”.
Harvey Brownstone is a retired judge of the Ontario Court of Justice and was the first openly gay judge in Canada. He is also the bestselling author of “Tug of War: A Judge’s Verdict on Separation, Custody Battles and the Bitter Realities of Family Court” and hosted “Family Matters with Justice Harvey Brownstone,” a television talk show on matters involving the family justice system.
After a distinguished legal career, Harvey was appointed a judge at the age of 38 in 1995. He has presided in family and criminal courts. He has been a trailblazer in several ways. He was the first openly gay judge in Canada. He was the first sitting judge in the world to write a national best seller and to host a TV talk show.
Harvey has been a role model and icon in the LGBTQ community. When same-sex marriage was legalized in Canada in 2003, he was the only judge to make himself publicly available to officiate at weddings for lesbian and gay couples travelling to Toronto from all over the world to get married. In 2007, he officiated at the wedding of Edith Windsor and Thea Spyer, the American couple whose marriage triggered the 2013 United States Supreme Court decision overturning the definition of “spouse” in the federal Defense of Marriage Act.
In February 2021, Harvey launched his online talk show “Harvey Brownstone Interviews” on his own YouTube channel. He saw this as an interesting hobby. Within several months, the show attracted hundreds of thousands – and then eventually, millions – of viewers. Because of the overwhelming success of the show, Harvey decided to retire from the judiciary on December 31, 2021 after having presided as a full-time judge for 26 1/2 years. Free from the constraints imposed upon judges regarding the expression of opinions and the endorsement of private enterprise, Harvey now happily devotes his full-time attention to hosting “Harvey Brownstone Interviews” as a regular member of the public – albeit one with a rather illustrious and unique career history.
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