Bill Maher Weighs In On Lin-Manuel Miranda’s ‘In the Heights’ Controversy: “Stand Up To These Bullies†- Deadline
“Stop the apologizing,” said Maher about Miranda’s reaction to criticism that his new film, In the Heights, does not depict more darkly-colored Puerto Ricans onscreen.“The committee that makes note of everyone’s skin tone took note of it,” said Maher.“This is why people hate Democrats; It’s cringey,” said the host of Miranda’s critics.“I mean he’s a Latino making a Latino movie with a Latino cast.