Black-ish Season 5 Episode 20 Good in the 'Hood
- TVPG
- April 23, 2019
- 20 min
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7.0 (148)
In season 5 episode 20 of Black-ish titled "Good in the 'Hood," the Johnson family finds themselves struggling to connect with their community. Dre, the father of the family, feels as though his neighbors are judging him for his success and wealth, causing him to feel disconnected from the community that he grew up in.
In an effort to bridge the gap between himself and his neighbors, Dre decides to throw a block party. The party quickly becomes a success, with neighbors coming together to celebrate their community and enjoy good food, music, and company. However, as the night progresses, tensions begin to rise between the Johnsons and their neighbors.
As the party comes to a close, tensions reach a boiling point when a neighboring family's son is accused of stealing. The situation quickly escalates, with neighbors and family members taking sides and pointing fingers at each other. In the midst of the chaos, the Johnsons are forced to confront their own biases and prejudices, realizing that they may have been judging their neighbors just as much as their neighbors have been judging them.
Ultimately, the Johnsons and their neighbors are able to come together and overcome their differences. Through honest communication and a willingness to listen to each other's perspectives, they are able to find common ground and reaffirm their connections to each other and their community.
Overall, "Good in the 'Hood" explores themes of class and community, highlighting the ways in which people from different backgrounds can come together and support each other despite their differences. It also raises important questions about biases and judgments, urging viewers to examine their own attitudes toward people who may be different from themselves.