This is one of the best contemporary representations of the Asian-American experience around, dealing with issues of race and identity, but also just life in general. Told through the flailing relationship of cynical Ben Tanaka and his more political girlfriend Miko Hayashi, Shortcomings shows Tomine at his best. It’s also a masterful visual ode to the Bay Area and New York City, even when the two are at odds.
This is one of the best contemporary representations of the Asian-American experience around, dealing with issues of race and identity, but also just life in general. Told through the flailing relationship of cynical Ben Tanaka and his more political girlfriend Miko Hayashi, Shortcomings shows Tomine at his best. It’s also a masterful visual ode to the Bay Area and New York City, even when the two are at odds.
This is one of the best contemporary representations of the Asian-American experience around, dealing with issues of race and identity, but also just life in general. Told through the flailing relationship of cynical Ben Tanaka and his more political girlfriend Miko Hayashi, Shortcomings shows Tomine at his best. It’s also a masterful visual ode to the Bay Area and New York City, even when the two are at odds.