Mark Ruffalo defends decision to cast Matt Bomer as transgender sex worker
THE producer took to Twitter to address the controversy
EARLIER this week, it was announced that actor Matt Bomer had landed the leading role in upcoming movie Anything and would be playing a transgender sex worker.
But while the Magic Mike actor might have been happy about the casting, the trans community certainly weren't and many people expressed their outrage on social media.
Mark Ruffalo, who is producing the film, has taken to Twitter to respond to the criticism days after the barrage hit him and Bomer.
"To the Trans community. I hear you," Ruffalo wrote. "It's wrenching to you see you in this pain. I am glad we are having this conversation. It's time. [sic]
"In all honesty I suggested Matt for the role after the profound experience I had with him while making 'The Normal Heart'."