"The essays in Countervisions venture beyond representation within the nation to other cinematic spaces-transnational, queer, and "neo-Asian American"-making this an exciting contribution to ethnic studies, film studies, and cultural studies." -Lisa Lowe, University of California, San Diego and author of Immigrant Acts "Countervisions provides cutting-edge film criticism which addresses representations and productions concerning Asian-Americans from both mainstream and alternative sources. ... Read moreRepresenting a broad spectrum of positions and issues, the reader provides a rich collection of material that demonstrates the growing significance of Asian-American cultural studies and cinematic practices." -Douglas Kellner, UCLA and author of Media Culture "Countervisions is an exhilarating, much-needed examination of the multi-faceted world of Asian American film and video. The writing is lively; the observations acute and well-informed by an historical perspective and a forward-looking contemporary sensibility. Above all, Countervisions lives up to its title by providing multiple interpretations of contemporary Asian American images and representations." -Eddie Wong, Executive Director of NAATA Show Less