Disney Accused Of Brownface After Releasing Controversial ‘Moana’ Kids Costume For Halloween

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Disney has come under fire for selling a pretty dodgy looking Halloween costume of one of the movie’s characters in upcoming Polynesian animation film Moana.

Last weekend, a costume of Polynesian god Maui went up for sale at the Disney Store and online, the getup consists of a brown bodysuit with traditional tattoos printed on the fabric. It’s just weird AF.

The costume has predictably drawn controversy and who could be surprised? It’s essentially a brownsuit, which is a similiar breed of insensitive racial appropriation to brownface.

The costume description reads:

“Your little one will set off on adventures in this Maui costume featuring the demigod’s signature tattoos, rope necklace, and island-style skirt.”

Since images of the costume have surfaced online, many people on Twitter – including Polynesian users – have taken to social media, accusing Disney of appropriating sacred Hawaiian and Oceanic traditions.

 

https://twitter.com/honeysdew/status/777734744393981952