Season 1 – A Different World

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Em B May 26 I would advise anyone watching this show for the first time to skip season 1 and start at season 2. It is blindingly obvious that whoever was the producer or showrunner for the first season had zero experience at HBCU. The characters and story were clunky. Start at season 2 when the wonderful Debbie Allen took over and gave this show some seasoning. See more Rubie s Apr 29 I love this season and I don’t mind watching it and seeing everyone beginning See more 12/14/2021 Young students with big personalities quickly form unbreakable bonds at Hillman College, an HBCU that becomes a second home to them in no time. Throughout their studies, they are faced with various life challenges that will test their minds and their ability to be independent. At the heart of the show is probably the most unlikely couple that television has seen: Dwayne Wayne (Kadeem Hardison) and Whitley Gilbert (Jasmine Guy)… Whitley is a loud-mouthed southern belle with expensive taste, sharp wit, and a knack for gossip. On the other hand, Dwayne is a nerdy mathematician turned ladies man. What I love about these characters is that they were flawed, they were good-natured, and their personalities were always the same through their good and bad times. Dwayne's right hand man and best friend is Ron Johnson (Darryl M. Bell), a sleazy goofball with a sensitive side. Though he can be trifling, Ron means well and always comes through when you need him. Everyone has or wants to have a friend like that! Jaleesa Vinson (Dawnn Lewis) played a significant role in this tight-knit clique. She offered a voice of reason and, occasionally, some wise advice as she was a slightly older college student. The others looked to her as an example of what true adulthood is: going for the things you want no matter the odds. It takes a lot of courage to go back to college in your late twenties. We love characters with courage. 👏🏾 Lastly, I will mention Mr. Gaines (Lou Myers) and Colonel Taylor (Glynn Turman); the two assume similar roles as Jaleesa. As older people, they don't have any problems with dropping wisdom when a student is in need of a talk. Mr. Gaines is the lovably-irritable cook that enjoyed helping when he could. He showed the youngsters what hard work and sacrifice meant from the working class's perspective. Meanwhile, the stone-faced and strict Colonel Taylor taught the students about bravery and commitment. I enjoy this sitcom so much simply for the fact that it stressed the importance of an education (especially for young black people). Its charmingly witty cast and visionary creators produced an incredibly memorable show that touched on so many fundamentals of black culture, education, sisterhood, brotherhood, and love. It's perfect for young creatives who want to binge a show that is wholesome and exemplary. 87% (SEASON ONE) See more Read all reviews

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