In 'Interior Chinatown,' Charles Yu introduces us to Willis Wu, a man who sees himself as nothing more than a 'Generic Asian Man' in the world of Hollywood. Struggling under the weight of racial stereotypes and the confining roles he's assigned both on-screen and off-, Willis exists on the margins as a background actor in a cop show filmed within the confines of a Chinatown restaurant. Yet, as he aspires to the coveted title of 'Kung Fu Guy'—the pinnacle of success for an actor like him—Willis embarks on a journey of self-discovery that unearths the hidden narratives of Chinatown and his own family's story. This book is a poignant exploration of identity, cultural expectations, and the universal quest to play a leading role in one's own life.