For Hymnson Chan, transitioning from stuntman to actor was a natural step, given the acting skills required for his stunt work. He emphasizes the importance of selling hits to make them appear more painful on screen. His career highlights include winning a Screen Actors Guild Award for his stunt work on “Marvel’s Avengers: Endgame” and acting opposite Larry David on “Curb Your Enthusiasm.” Currently, he is promoting his action short film “Rise of Chow,” which he wrote and directed, at various film festivals. He stays connected with fans on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/heyhymnson/).
Q: Where was “Rise of Chow” filmed?
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A: The filming took place in downtown L.A. at CinePacks Studios and some locations in Burbank. Despite the story being set in Las Vegas, budget constraints required creative solutions due to the inability to shoot on the Vegas Strip.
Q: How has your ethnicity impacted your career?
A: Being part of the Asian and Asian American community has been a blessing, though quality roles for Asian actors are still limited. Recent shows like “Shogun,” “Brothers Sun,” and “Warrior” have helped increase representation, but there is still progress to be made.
Q: Any upcoming travel plans?
A: Planning a trip back to Boston to visit family, especially to be there for my sister’s upcoming birth.
Q: Favorite vacation destination?
A: Rome, Italy, holds a special place in my heart for its food, sights, and history. The preserved historical sites like the Colosseum and Vatican are awe-inspiring.
Q: Childhood trip memory?
A: A memorable childhood trip to Banff, Alberta, where a slippery hike led to a close call on a wooden bridge but resulted in a vivid memory.
Q: Top five favorite cities?
A: Boston, Rome, New Orleans, London, and Los Angeles top my list of favorite cities for their unique offerings and experiences.
Q: Best vacation memory?
A: Walking the paths underneath the Colosseum and leading a prayer at St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City are standout memories from past vacations.
Q: Dream travel destinations?
A: Thailand, Spain, Japan, Greece, Portugal, and Dubai are at the top of my travel wish list for their cultural richness and experiences.
Q: Foreign languages spoken?
A: Fluent in Cantonese and improving in Spanish, I hope to explore more languages and cultures in the future.
(Jae-Ha Kim is a New York Times bestselling author and travel writer. Visit her website at www.jaehakim.com and follow “Go Away With…” on Twitter at @GoAwayWithJae for more travel insights.)
