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Originally posted by reddawn18
Ivy, you are correct. I am with you that many may believe that the AfAm market is all about superficial dramas, comedies and such.
As a journalist, as well, I hate seeing our people acting... well, stupid. For instance, for many years I held my own against the Parkers. I was tired of seeing BBW women chasing men and our people acting stupid. It felt like a slap to my face.
Everyone in my family kept saying watch it. Its funny.
I think these days alot of entertainers are just happy to get on the screen before they realize the character they protray, the outside world will think is true.
Now, one show that is on the bubble of what could be a "change" in AfAm viewership in my opinion is Kevin Hill. Though the premise is the same as some drama that came before it (there was a movie and TV show on ABC for a short while staring a white professional woman as the lead character), it may make it.
But that may is very weak. Over and over again, shows like Kevin Hill that is smart and edgy do not perform well in AfAm market. I hope this changes! I am looking forward to the show.
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The Parkers was a ghastly show, IMO. I tried to watch it, but it was excruciating. On the other hand, it does have a right to exist. However, shows like that have to be balanced by more intelligent fare.
I think I will watch Kevin Hill.