Amy Schumer accused of racism over Beyoncé ‘Formation’ parody video
Comedian teamed up with Goldie Hawn for the controversial clip
Amy Schumer has been criticised for her parody of Beyonce‘s ‘Formation’ video.
The comedian starred in a clip titled ‘Get In Formation’ with actress Goldie Hawn, in which they dance in woods, copy some of the original video’s own choreography and, at point, Hawn is seen lying on the bonnet of a car.
Wanda Sykes and Joan Cusack also appear in the clip, which was released via Jay Z‘s Tidal streaming service. Watch it in full below.
Following the release of the parody clip, Schumer has been accused of racism and cultural appropriation.
“I refuse to watch white racist Amy Schumer parody a Beyonce song about black femmes standing up to white supremacy,” one Twitter user wrote.
Another opined: “I know this is supposed to be a parody but I don’t think a song about the empowerment of black women was the best choice”.
i refuse to watch white racist amy schumer parody a beyonce song about black femmes standing up to white supremacy. nope.
— z a h i r a (@bad_dominicana) October 24, 2016
There is no possible excuse for @AmySchumer not to know the cultural significance of #Formation for black women.I hope this hurts her career
— Victoria Weinstein (@peacebang) October 24, 2016
Why this racist, ignorant, white feminist is never held accountable for anything problematic she says is beyond me #AmySchumerGottaGoParty
— ✵Rama✵ (@commieecat) October 24, 2016
Okay I watched the video– WOW that was terrible and racist. I'm here for the #AmySchumerGottaGoParty, can I help with dishes or something?
— Superjules (@Superjules) October 24, 2016
@amyschumer I know this is supposed to be a parody but I don't think a song about the empowerment of black women was the best choice. 😳
— dietcokehead (@sandiego_kat) October 24, 2016
Schumer has not yet responded to the criticism.
Amy Schumer recently made headlines after approximately 200 people walked out of her comedy gig in Tampa, Florida over a joke she made about Donald Trump.
Responding to that incident, Schumer told EW: “I loved the crowd and my show in Tampa last night! I want to thank the 8,400 people who stayed. We had a great time! We have always depended on comedians to make us laugh and tell the truth. I am proud to continue that tradition.”