Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt Season 1 Episode 6 Kimmy Goes to School!
- March 6, 2015
- 23 min
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7.9 (1,226)
Kimmy Schmidt is a young woman who has lived most of her life underground, trapped in a cult led by a man who convinced her and several other women that the apocalypse had occurred and they were the only survivors. After being rescued, Kimmy decides to start her life anew in New York City and try to catch up on the experiences she's missed out on.
In season 1 episode 6, entitled "Kimmy Goes to School!," Kimmy decides to return to school to get her GED. She's nervous, as it's been years since she's been in a classroom, but she's determined to succeed. Her newfound friend and roommate, Titus, helps her study for the test.
Kimmy is not used to the classroom environment, but she soon makes friends with a group of misfits who are also preparing for the GED. There's Keith, who is a cipher, a "guy who doesn't do anything." There's also the flamboyant Dong, recently arrived from Korea, and the adult student Gretchen who has a penchant for dragging every conversation back to her experiences living in Germany.
Kimmy is struck by how different school is from what she remembers. Because she's spent so much time underground and was never exposed to modern technology, some things are hard for her to understand. When a teacher tells the class to find a book on the internet, Kimmy has no idea what the internet is and has to ask her new friends for help.
But despite these hurdles, Kimmy perseveres. She's determined to succeed and get her GED, even though she missed out on her high school years. She throws herself into studying and taking practice tests, even when it means sacrificing her social life.
The episode also explores some of the other characters' backstories. We learn more about Titus' past and why he moved to New York. We also get a glimpse into Jacqueline's life when she decides to volunteer as a lunch lady at the school. She tries to make small talk with the other mothers, but they snub her because they know she's wealthy and doesn't really have to work.
As the GED test approaches, Kimmy becomes more and more anxious. She's determined to pass, but she's afraid that she's not smart enough or that she's missed something important. Her friends rally around her and give her the support she needs to succeed.
In the end, Kimmy takes the test and anxiously awaits the results. Will she pass and finally be able to start her new life? The episode ends on a cliffhanger, leaving viewers to wait until the next episode to find out.
"Kimmy Goes to School!" is a heartwarming and hilarious episode that showcases the resilience and determination of its protagonist. Even after being through years of trauma and missing out on so much of her life, Kimmy is still willing to put herself out there and try new things. Viewers will be rooting for her to succeed and overcome whatever obstacles come her way.