Ep 1. because of slavery

#blackAF is a popular comedy streaming television series available on Netflix. The show revolves around the day to day life of a wealthy African American family headed by Kenya Barris, who also plays the lead role.

Season 1 of the show is comprised of 8 episodes and the first episode is titled "because of slavery." The episode starts with Kenya Barris, a successful TV writer, discussing the new show he is pitching to the network. He emphasizes that it is going to have an all-black cast and how it is different from other shows on TV. His agent, who is white, questions Kenya's decision to make all the characters in the show black and suggests making one or two white characters to make it more appealing to a wider audience.

The episode then moves forward to the Barris family dining together. The family consists of Kenya and his wife Joya, and their children. Kenya's children recognize that their father is always working on his new show and wants to see a glimpse of it. Kenya agrees to show them the pilot episode that he has been working on for the past nine months.

The show within a show, starts off by acknowledging its premise and the reason why it's different. It is a family sitcom starring an all-black cast, which Kenya's character makes sure to mention several times. The opening scene is a hilarious conversation between the parents of the family about college rankings. It can seem like a mundane conversation, but the Barris family brings the unexpected humor to it. Kenya, who acts as the father of the family, questions the rankings and argues that these colleges are for white people.

The plot of the show revolves around the Barris family dealing with their everyday life. The scenes are relatable and would resonate with any family going through the daily struggles of life. It also touches upon the importance of teaching children about their family heritage. There is a scene where the two older children ask their father about slavery, and it is tackled in a humorous yet informative way.

The subplot of the show revolves around Kenya's personal life. His new found success causes some tension with his family as he spends less time with them. His wife, played by Rashida Jones, is a frenzied artist who is dealing with mental health issues, and the family cracks start to show as they struggle to balance their individual aspirations.

In conclusion, the first episode of #blackAF sets the tone for the rest of the season. It tackles sensitive topics like race and culture with humor and honesty. However, the show goes beyond that and also explores the daily struggles of an affluent black family. The show manages to keep its audience entertained while also passing down significant messages to the viewers. It is a must-watch for anyone looking for a show that is both funny and thought-provoking.