The star of “Sound of Metal” is also part of another academy record: with Steven Yeun of “Minari,” it’s the first time two men of Asian descent are up for best actor at the same time.The star of “Sound of Metal” is also part of another academy record: with Steven Yeun of “Minari,” it’s the first time two men of Asian descent are up for best actor at the same time.Read MoreMovies, Academy Awards (Oscars), Sign Language, Ahmed, Riz, Sound of Metal (Movie)