Kathmandu— Amanda Knox, who was acquitted of murdering British student Meredith Kercher in Italy in 2007, has defended her upcoming Edinburgh Festival Fringe comedy show titled 'Cartwheel.' The sold-out performance is set to discuss motherhood and how she will explain the case to her daughter. However, Stephanie Kercher, the victim's sister, expressed concern that the show could trivialize violence against women.

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Knox told the BBC that her material focuses on "how the world is unsafe and unfair towards women." She emphasized that she aims to address these issues through comedy, stating that she is not the first person to use humor to discuss traumatic events. The show's title 'Cartwheel' references a story claiming Knox did cartwheels in the police station after Kercher’s death. Knox said the cartwheel becomes a metaphor throughout the show for acknowledging difficult experiences and moving forward.

Family Response

Stephanie Kercher, Meredith's sister, expressed her concerns about the show on BBC Breakfast, saying she is worried it will "normalise and trivialise" violence against women. She urged Knox to consider the impact of the show on the victim’s family. A petition against the show, set up by a friend of Meredith, has been signed by nearly 5,000 people, stating that the show disrespects her memory.

Knox's Defense

In response to the backlash, Knox emphasized that she does not downplay the seriousness of the case and is respectful in her approach. She said, "I hope people will honestly engage in my work and recognise the deep heart and sensitivity that I bring to it as I tell a very personal story." Knox also mentioned that her daughter is a huge motivation for performing this show.

(With inputs from BBC News)

Originally published on abcnews.com.np.