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Director Ron Howard discusses ‘The Dilemma’ gay car line

”I was a little surprised by it because you sort of see that used on TV shows and, you know, especially comedies, a lot. But, I would say ‘yes’ and ‘no,’ because it was completely out of context that they were evaluating it, and it was a piece of advertising…. This was sort of something being thrust upon people.”

Ron Howard, director of ”The Dilemma” discussing a controversy that erupted over a line from his latest movie which appeared a the beginning of a promotional trailer: “Electric cars are gay.” (ABC / The View)

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