Jada Pinkett-Smith debates boycotting 'so white' Oscars

Actress Jada Pinkett-Smith has raised the question of whether or not people of colour should boycott the Oscars after this year's nominations once again failed to recognise non-white actors and directors.

When the nominations were announced the hashtag #Oscarssowhite immediately began trending with the Academy being accused of ignoring non-white performers in the major categories, reported Fox news.

At the Oscars...people of color are always welcomed to give out awards...even entertain, (pt. 1)

— Jada Pinkett Smith (@jadapsmith) January 16, 2016

But we are rarely recognized for our artistic accomplishments. Should people of color refrain from participating all together? (pt 2)

— Jada Pinkett Smith (@jadapsmith) January 16, 2016

People can only treat us in the way in which we allow. With much respect in the midst of deep disappointment. J (pt 3)

— Jada Pinkett Smith (@jadapsmith) January 16, 2016

Other names to controversially miss out on a best actor nomination include Idris Elba who starred in Beasts of No Nation and Michael B Jordan for Creed.

Jordan's Creed co-star Sylvester Stallone received a best supporting actor nod, which fuelled some people's belief that non-white actors were purposefully overlooked.