Why Simu Liu keeps speaking out, no matter the cost

Simu Liu has become one of Hollywood’s most compelling and outspoken stars, thanks in large part to the enormous platform he was given starring in Marvel’s Shang Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. In conversation with The National, the actor tells CBC’s Ian Hanomansing about using his platform to speak out about the things that matter to him, no matter the cost. 00:00 The National Interview | Simu Liu 02:30 Stepping onto Broadway in Oh, Mary! 03:44 Speaking out on political issues 05:46 Starring in The Copenhagen Test 07:56 Out-of-touch Hollywood decision makers 10:32 Immigrant parent expectations 12:53 Returning to the theatre stage 14:23 My own battle to fight 16:12 Is there a cost to speaking out? #movies #news #cbcnews The National is the flagship of CBC News, showcasing award-winning journalism from across Canada and around the world. Led by Chief Correspondent Adrienne Arsenault, our team of trusted reporters helps you make sense of the world, wherever you are. Subscribe to get the latest news daily, and watch live starting at 9 p.m. ET. https://www.youtube.com/user/CBCTheNa... More from CBC News | https://www.cbc.ca/news