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Kate Hudson defends 'Music' amid backlash around portrayal of autistic people

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Kate Hudson addressed the criticism her recent movie, "Music," is receiving for its portrayal of autistic people.  "Music," co-written by musician Sia, sees Hudson play a recently sober drug dealer who finds herself charged with taking care of her younger sister, a special-needs teen named Music played by Maddie Ziegler.

The movie, which earned two Golden Globe nominations, was criticized by many for its portrayal of autistic people as well as the decision to cast neurotypical Ziegler as someone on the autism spectrum.

Hudson was asked about the controversy during a recent appearance on "Jimmy Kimmel Live" where she defended the movie. Kate Hudson defended her movie 'Music.' (Getty) "I think when people see the film, that they will see.

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