Rihanna criticised over 'murder' in video
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Rihanna has been talking about violence and her experience with Chris Brown lately, saying the incident made her defensive and gave her a 'f**k you' attitude - now, depicting violence in her latest video has got groups in the States up in arms.
In the 'Man Down' video, she shoots and kills a guy who appears to sexually abuse her, and the video premiered on BET in the US earlier this week.
Industry Ears - a media justice group - said that her ex wouldn't get away with the same stunt in a video without comment, saying:
"If Chris Brown shot a woman in his new video and BET premiered it, the world would stop.
"Rihanna should not get a pass and BET should know better. The video is far from broadcast worthy."
Meanwhile, the Parents' Television Council said it was a missed opportunity for Rihanna:
"Rihanna's personal story and status as a celebrity superstar provided a golden opportunity for the singer to send an important message to female victims of rape and domestic violence.
"Instead of telling victims they should seek help, Rihanna released a music video that gives retaliation in the form of premeditated murder the imprimatur of acceptability."
Though she hasn't made an official statement through her reps, Rihanna said:
"I'm a 23 year old rockstar with NO KIDS! What's up with everybody wanting me to be a parent? I'm just a girl, I can only be your/our voice!
"'Cuz we all know how difficult/embarrassing it is to communicate touchy subject matters to anyone especially our parents!
"The music industry isn't exactly Parents R Us! We have the freedom to make art, LET US! Its your job to make sure they don't turn out like US."
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