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The image displays an indoor museum exhibit featuring a large, dark glass panel adorned with film strip motifs and set against a brick wall. A visitor, wearing dark clothing, is partially reflected in the panel. The exhibit educates on the portrayal of Chinese characters in Western media. It features a prominent black and white photograph of a man, likely Dr. Fu Manchu, wearing traditional attire and holding a cigarette. Above this, a smaller, aged illustration depicts a chaotic scene with people and tigers. English text on the panel explains: "In such a context, the Westerners created the figurative symbol of the 'Yellow Peril' – the insidious Chinese villain 'Dr. Fu Manchu', and the classic Chinese image as opposed to it – 'Chen Charlie' who is gentle and witty, and obedient to the white. In an era when racism prevailed, it was difficult for a Chinese to play a positive character." Further text elaborates on the impact of Bruce Lee: "This situation was changed after Bruce Lee's appearance. He refused to play negative roles when he worked in Hollywood... Bruce Lee, as the first Asian hero on the screen, has enlightened many Asian Americans, Bruce Lee is also a model of the colored people in the world, since he has broken the shade of the 'Yellow Peril'." Corresponding Chinese text is also visible, including "李小龍" (Bruce Lee) and partial quotes like "I lik" and "becau." The brick architecture indicates a historical or cultural setting in Guangzhou, China.
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