Tropic Thunder’s Ben Stiller Weighs In On Whether The Film Could Be Made Today: ‘I’m Being Honest'

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Hollywood icon Ben Stiller opens up about the controversial legacy of his 2008 hit 'Tropic Thunder' and its potential for a modern remake.

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Stiller admits that the movie's use of blackface and offensive disability humor would likely be met with major backlash if released today, saying 'I'm being honest'.
Despite the film's cult classic status, Stiller acknowledges the 'hot-button' reception it received even at its 2008 premiere, foreshadowing the heightened sensitivity around such material in today's social climate.

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