Content USA Today: Rihanna's 'S&M' Director Accused of Ripping of David LaChapelle!! (Blog, Pics)

Twitter has been abuzz with accusations that Rihanna has blatantly ripped-off famed photographer David LaChapelle in her much talked about music video, S&M.

The new music video, which was directed byMelina Matsoukas, premiered on February 1st, causing quite an uproar due to its highly provocative nature and has since been banned in 11 countries.

Check the pics versus the screenshots and make the decision for yourself:

David LaChapelle

LaChapelle
$Rihanna\'s S&M Video$
Rihanna
David LaChapelle

LaChapelle
$Rihanna\'s S&M Video$
Rihanna

And check the video HERE in case you missed it! We thought imitation was the best form of flattery???