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The Office Writer Criticizes SNL's Japanese Office Parody With White Actors
VarietyStory by Zack Sharf
scrn logline
Former 'SNL' writer Mike Schur criticizes the sketch show's Japanese 'Office' parody for casting white actors, sparking debate on representation in comedy.
beat sheet
- Schur, who won Emmys for writing on 'The Office' and 'SNL', called out the 2008 'SNL' sketch for lacking authenticity by not casting Asian actors.
- The controversial parody sketch went viral at the time, raising questions about diversity and inclusion in mainstream comedy that still resonate today.
call sheet
Mike Schur, Steve Carell, Saturday Night Live, The Office, The Good Place, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Parks and Recreation