Stiller screens new film for disability groups

Actor Ben Stiller has agreed to screen his new movie 'Tropic Thunder' for disability-advocacy groups, after sparking outrage for his portrayal of a mentally handicapped man in the film.

Stiller screens new film for disability groups

Actor Ben Stiller has agreed to screen his new movie 'Tropic Thunder' for disability-advocacy groups, after sparking outrage for his portrayal of a mentally handicapped man in the film.

Stiller's character, an actor, takes on the role of 'Simple Jack' in the movie, who is referred to in marketing material as a "retard".

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