Meaning of racebending | Babel Free

Definitions

The act of playing the role of, or casting someone in the role of, a character of different race or ethnicity.

derogatory, often, slang, uncountable

Examples

“Hilarity ensues as the director tries to justify⟳ his decision with famous racebending examples from Hollywood (The faux slit-eyes in Cloud Atlas, anyone?).”

“Not only did the producers cast⟳ actors in their late twenties but also had the audacity to assign Michael B. Jordan (Fruitside Station, That Awkward Moment) to the role of the Human Torch/Johnny Storm. What has happened here is a wonderful example of racebending.”

“As an example of racebending on a different level from that of fandom but which still utilizes a similar approach⟳, in 2005, Denzel Washington portrayed Julius Caesar in a revival of Shakespeare's play⟳.”

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