S2E09 | Alfred Hsing Takes Us Inside “The Odyssey” and the World of “Avatar”

Actor, stunt performer, martial artist and filmmaker Alfred Hsing joins Ben Lei and Junko Goda on “United By Rice” to talk about a career that has taken him from martial arts competitions to some of Hollywood’s most ambitious productions. Alfred takes us behind the scenes of Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey,” sharing what he observed about Nolan’s filmmaking process, the extraordinary scale of the production, working with IMAX cameras and the commitment to realism on set. He also discusses his work in animation, including “The Legend of Aang: The Last Airbender” and “Avatar: Seven Havens,” and explains why designing action for animation can be an even more layered process than live action. Along the way, Alfred reflects on his unconventional path through Hollywood, the importance of patience and persistence, his experiences at San Diego Comic Con, and why authenticity and intentional casting matter as Asian representation continues to evolve.