Appearing on This Morning, the comedian Rosie Jones, from Bridlington, said she knew the word was abhorrent but was determined for it to be in the title of the film.
Comedian Rosie Jones, 33, from Bridlington, was teary eyed as she appeared on BBC Woman s Hour as she defended the controversial title of her documentary Am I a R tard?
Rosie Jones: Am I a R tard? aims to explore and educate viewers on the online abuse faced by those with disabilities, including Ms Jones who has cerebral palsy.