What struck me about the show is that it's such a mirrored reflection of the reality of the millenial generation. That even if it's portrayed within the context of asian casting, it's palatable to all audiences regardless of race. I'm filipino myself and there are scenes and details that I see in my experiences living in the Philippines. And I think I can observe it too with some of my Western foreign friends. It's such a human show.
Agree! Hispanic household here and I really identified with Amy and a little with Danny. Especially the part where they ask if they'll feel satisfied if they work harder
3:18 as a white person, i can easily say that the pressure to take care of your parents is there for everyone, but NOT NEARLY as persistent as it is for asian people specifically korean. i don’t know why statements like that ‘offend’ white people.
First generation Chinese here, I love the show. I think it sheds light on my mentality and it rings so true to me that there is a lot of internalized pressure to perform to be in a relationship with family. When that performance falls short, it turns into anger and anxiety, because the goal is blocked. This doesn't only go for oneself but toward their spouse, children, or even friends.
I feel like its an overall “Asian-American” experience. I relate to Ali’s character cuz Im also a Jungle Asian in a a Fancy Asian world… and I do feel they wove that experience into her character, coming from a broken, poor, newly immigrant family trying to keep it together vs. her husband’s rich & established family (who’s just as messed up but more put together.)
She reminds me of my mom. And my mom has Chinese dad, Vietnamese mom. And way she is, is very like that character. I am also 37, so I relate to all of these characters. My big brother is also born in Thailand and I was born in Canada and my brother reminds me of Danny holding me back too. And taking care of family etc. and I’m the bitcoin guy.
Loved this commentary. I watched the series and it was really good acting! Thank you for providing me with an incite to the various nuances of the the characters, culture and family dynamics.
I loved the show and I'm Asian and I didn't want to be beaten over the head with a show about Asians... I'm just so sick of that Asians don't just have Asian people issues guess what we have REGULAR everyday American issues like road rage. But I do understand the show has a dash and a slight seasoning of Asian culture and Asian upbringing issues which seemed fine to me. I guess in simple terms they didn't over do the Asian crap and I loved that. End of the day we are just average regular Americans trying to survive the day
This is definitely a story about a road rage incident that spiraled out of control. A movie called Changing Lanes can be conjured up but Beef takes the subject to yet a another level. We all for the most part have experienced rage and the road rage scenes instantly creates a connection with the audience. That being said, the pilot to this series gets so extreme that the viewer is conflicted on if to absolutely care less about the characters from disgust of their actions or feel sorry for them. If there is a take away it is that people need to find the inner strength to not act out of blind rage and realize that reaction to a honking horn and a middle finger can go down a path of escalation which leads to consequences that may not be of the outcome one hopes for.
The entire core story was lifted from “Changing Lanes.” Even the main characters’ initial motivations. Steven Yeun is a working class guy who’s trying to get a loan for a house for his family. Samuel Jackson is a working class guy trying to get a loan for a home for his family. Ali Wong is trying to close a deal to move up in her business. Ben Affleck is trying to close a court case to get a promotion at a law firm. Add a dash of Falling Down, and a screwup side character in the mold of Ed Norton in Rounders, and my main takeaway is the show creator had a very active Blockbuster membership.
I don’t know much about Koreans outside of a few dramas (which in sure are VERY representative of the culture lol). But even I knew immediately a big part of this show was a commentary on Korean culture and specifically what I gathered was the Korean American experience. The negotiation of culture and assimilation. There were patriarchal commentaries. Commentaries on class and how those experiences differ but also how they mirror one another. Obviously the therapy stuff the generational trauma and unwillingness to confront issues. There was so much there and I imagine someone who is Korean would have gotten way more.
I saw a couple short interviews with Lee Sung Jin, who speaks English fluently. I'm curious if he first wrote the script in Korean or English... are there any forums that discuss this?
Yes random man, the show is about road rage and being an American. It's not about depression, self worth, being and feeling seen and the disconnect mentally ill people feel. If you don't have the comprehension to delve into complex narratives don't review complex shows. Go watch Marvel.
Everything in the U.S. is not race driven. That's just the media portraying that, and the Democrats who do it to get votes. Americans do not live their lives focused on race. But for those who do which are the Blacks it is exhausting to watch.
I feel like this is generational thing, I don’t think it’s exclusive to only Asian Americans! As a 40 year old white woman I feel just as much pressure and loneliness which is a big problem for everyone our age! It’s not a race thing. Why does everything have to be about race! Their both fucking American!! I’m first generation German! I don’t go around calling myself German American!
It deals with toxic shame and the shame bound identities or “role selves” that many Asian Americans find themselves in. Immigrant parents heap expectation on their children and demand perfection leading to a false persona, a polished veneer, as you are viscerally taught who you are as an actual human is not even close to being good enough.
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What struck me about the show is that it's such a mirrored reflection of the reality of the millenial generation. That even if it's portrayed within the context of asian casting, it's palatable to all audiences regardless of race. I'm filipino myself and there are scenes and details that I see in my experiences living in the Philippines. And I think I can observe it too with some of my Western foreign friends. It's such a human show.
Agree! Hispanic household here and I really identified with Amy and a little with Danny. Especially the part where they ask if they'll feel satisfied if they work harder
3:18 as a white person, i can easily say that the pressure to take care of your parents is there for everyone, but NOT NEARLY as persistent as it is for asian people specifically korean. i don’t know why statements like that ‘offend’ white people.
First generation Chinese here, I love the show. I think it sheds light on my mentality and it rings so true to me that there is a lot of internalized pressure to perform to be in a relationship with family. When that performance falls short, it turns into anger and anxiety, because the goal is blocked. This doesn't only go for oneself but toward their spouse, children, or even friends.
I feel like its an overall “Asian-American” experience. I relate to Ali’s character cuz Im also a Jungle Asian in a a Fancy Asian world… and I do feel they wove that experience into her character, coming from a broken, poor, newly immigrant family trying to keep it together vs. her husband’s rich & established family (who’s just as messed up but more put together.)
Excellent analysis. I’m Korean American and this analysis is spot on!
Hello there fellow Suh
love this commentary, articulated well, and thoughtful insights! thank you
the white dude can't recognize Amy's mom speaks with Vietnamese accent... but the Asian girl gets it.
I was very curious about this video when I saw it on my page. Thank you so much, I plan on watching the show now!
She reminds me of my mom. And my mom has Chinese dad, Vietnamese mom. And way she is, is very like that character. I am also 37, so I relate to all of these characters. My big brother is also born in Thailand and I was born in Canada and my brother reminds me of Danny holding me back too. And taking care of family etc. and I’m the bitcoin guy.
Loved this commentary. I watched the series and it was really good acting! Thank you for providing me with an incite to the various nuances of the the characters, culture and family dynamics.
I loved the show and I'm Asian and I didn't want to be beaten over the head with a show about Asians... I'm just so sick of that Asians don't just have Asian people issues guess what we have REGULAR everyday American issues like road rage. But I do understand the show has a dash and a slight seasoning of Asian culture and Asian upbringing issues which seemed fine to me. I guess in simple terms they didn't over do the Asian crap and I loved that. End of the day we are just average regular Americans trying to survive the day
This is definitely a story about a road rage incident that spiraled out of control. A movie called Changing Lanes can be conjured up but Beef takes the subject to yet a another level. We all for the most part have experienced rage and the road rage scenes instantly creates a connection with the audience. That being said, the pilot to this series gets so extreme that the viewer is conflicted on if to absolutely care less about the characters from disgust of their actions or feel sorry for them. If there is a take away it is that people need to find the inner strength to not act out of blind rage and realize that reaction to a honking horn and a middle finger can go down a path of escalation which leads to consequences that may not be of the outcome one hopes for.
The entire core story was lifted from “Changing Lanes.” Even the main characters’ initial motivations. Steven Yeun is a working class guy who’s trying to get a loan for a house for his family. Samuel Jackson is a working class guy trying to get a loan for a home for his family. Ali Wong is trying to close a deal to move up in her business. Ben Affleck is trying to close a court case to get a promotion at a law firm. Add a dash of Falling Down, and a screwup side character in the mold of Ed Norton in Rounders, and my main takeaway is the show creator had a very active Blockbuster membership.
In the flashback scenes....it showed Amy's mother speaking Vietnamese
Been looking for a channel like this thank you
I don’t know much about Koreans outside of a few dramas (which in sure are VERY representative of the culture lol). But even I knew immediately a big part of this show was a commentary on Korean culture and specifically what I gathered was the Korean American experience. The negotiation of culture and assimilation. There were patriarchal commentaries. Commentaries on class and how those experiences differ but also how they mirror one another. Obviously the therapy stuff the generational trauma and unwillingness to confront issues. There was so much there and I imagine someone who is Korean would have gotten way more.
ThiS show is the modern day depiction of depression
Interesting take, I appreciate your point of view.
Conversely, the white male mansplaining and jumping over you is absolutely maddening.
Oh please "mansplaining" ?
Very relatable show even as a Korean Korean
I love your voice . I feel the order difference being the eldest and definitely feel the weight a lot to take care of my parents …
Growing up my korean brothers finally we can see. It’s funny they are quiet and nice. Keep it real Downey California ❤❤❤❤
Despite it being funny, it's pretty shitty Netflix portrays Filipinos as criminals.
So a couple Filipino characters being criminals = all Filipinos are criminals?
I saw a couple short interviews with Lee Sung Jin, who speaks English fluently. I'm curious if he first wrote the script in Korean or English... are there any forums that discuss this?
why would this be written in korean? wtf?
Yes random man, the show is about road rage and being an American. It's not about depression, self worth, being and feeling seen and the disconnect mentally ill people feel. If you don't have the comprehension to delve into complex narratives don't review complex shows. Go watch Marvel.
I mean, how do you expect a White man of all people to know what it's like to be Asian American lol?
Latina not living in the US. I liked it wasn't race driven, like everything else in the US.
Whut lol
I agree. It was character driven and being Asian was part of their character but it wasn't the main thing or at least it didn't seem like it.
Everything in the U.S. is not race driven. That's just the media portraying that, and the Democrats who do it to get votes. Americans do not live their lives focused on race. But for those who do which are the Blacks it is exhausting to watch.
Usa not America please.
I feel like this is generational thing, I don’t think it’s exclusive to only Asian Americans! As a 40 year old white woman I feel just as much pressure and loneliness which is a big problem for everyone our age! It’s not a race thing. Why does everything have to be about race! Their both fucking American!! I’m first generation German! I don’t go around calling myself German American!
It deals with toxic shame and the shame bound identities or “role selves” that many Asian Americans find themselves in. Immigrant parents heap expectation on their children and demand perfection leading to a false persona, a polished veneer, as you are viscerally taught who you are as an actual human is not even close to being good enough.