Dive into a captivating 20-minute SXSW Studio interview featuring Cheech Marin, the multi-talented entertainer and cultural icon. Explore Marin's journey as an actor, director, writer, musician, and passionate Chicano art collector. Gain insights into his experiences with the comedy duo Cheech & Chong, his perspectives on Latino representation in Hollywood, and the impact of Chicano art worldwide. Discover Marin's thoughts on the entertainment industry, his spiritual beliefs, and his long-term career strategy. Learn about his unexpected role as Obi-Wan Cheech and how he navigates the ever-changing landscape of show business. This in-depth conversation offers a unique glimpse into the life and mind of a versatile artist who has left an indelible mark on popular culture.
Overview
Syllabus
Intro
Cheech Marin
How Cheech learned about art
What Cheech learned about art
How powerful is Chicano art
Cheechs Chicano influences
Chicano art collectors
Funding Chicano art
Chicano art in Japan
Hollywood the Mad Industry
Latino Representation in Hollywood
Weed Up in Smoke
Radical and Dangerous
Faith
The Long Game
Becoming ObiWan Cheese
Conclusion
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