Ep 10. Gays In The Military

In Living Color season 4 episode 10, titled "Gays In The Military," explores the controversial topic of allowing gay individuals to serve openly in the armed forces. The episode begins with a military-themed opening sketch featuring the show's cast marching and saluting.

The first sketch is a parody news segment called "Live Missle Show" which pokes fun at the military's attempts to show off their missile technology. The next sketch, called "Afrocentric Army," features a group of African American soldiers who use dance moves to fight their battles. This sketch is a humorous take on the military training and how some feel it is dated and out of touch with the world today.

Throughout the episode, there are various segments that highlight the experiences and challenges of gay soldiers. In a sketch titled "Basic Training," a group of gay soldiers struggle to keep their sexuality a secret while undergoing military training. The sketch is an interesting critical look at the institutionalized discrimination that occurs within the military against gays and other marginalized groups.

Another sketch, "Gays In The Military Drill Team," features a group of gay soldiers who use their drill team to campaign for equal rights within the military. The sketch highlights the ongoing struggle for acceptance and equality for LGBTQ+ individuals in the military.

In addition to exploring gay soldiers' experiences, the episode also features other comedic sketches that poke fun at the military in general. In one sketch, Jim Carrey plays an overzealous military-trained dentist who terrorizes his patients. Another sketch, called "Colonel Sanders' Secret Recipe," takes a hilarious take on the famous fried chicken chain's military origins.

The show's signature "Fly Girls" dancers also make appearances throughout the episode, including a musical number called "US Army Disco Slick" that showcases the dancers in army-inspired costumes.

Overall, "Gays In The Military" is a satirical look at the complexities and absurdities of the military and its relationship with the LGBTQ+ community. While the episode is certainly humorous and entertaining, it also raises important questions about discrimination and the ongoing struggle for equality.