That was most interesting, thank you! I guess I am getting tired of the "Caucasian playing an Asian is unthinkable" mantra. I am sure racism was unfortunately involved in some things, but regarding casting, isn't that why it is called ACTING? Are we going to get so politically correct that someone from Italian descent can only play an Italian in the movies, or an Irishman an Irishman...etc..? If the portrayal is convincing and respectful, I don't see a problem with it...