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June 03, 2007

2006 Stereotype of the Year loser

The loser:  Apocalypto portrays Maya as brutal, bloodthirsty barbarians

Dishonorable mention:  "Zagar" ads show Indian sacrificing animals, shooting people
Posted by Rob at 12:04 AM
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