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#blackAF - S01E01 - because of slavery
 

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because of slavery

 
Shooting a documentary for her NYU application, Drea introduces her unfiltered family as Kenya considers toning down his “flexing” around white people.
 
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#blackAF / S01E01 : because of slavery
Season 1, Episode 1 | Aired on April 17, 2020 | TV-MA | 34 min. | Netflix
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  • #blackAF - Episode 1 - because of slavery
    Episode 1
    because of slavery
  • #blackAF - Episode 2 - because of slavery too
    Episode 2
    because of slavery too
  • #blackAF - Episode 3 - still... because of slavery
    Episode 3
    still... because of slavery
  • #blackAF - Episode 4 - yup, you guessed it. again, this is because of slavery
    Episode 4
    yup, you guessed it. again, this is because of slavery
  • #blackAF - Episode 5 - yo, between you and me... this is because of slavery
    Episode 5
    yo, between you and me... this is because of slavery
  • #blackAF - Episode 6 - hard to believe, but still because of slavery
    Episode 6
    hard to believe, but still because of slavery
  • #blackAF - Episode 7 - i know this is going to sound crazy... but this, too, is because...
    Episode 7
    i know this is going to sound crazy... but this, too, is because...
  • #blackAF - Episode 8 - i know you may not get this, but the reason we deserve a vacation...
    Episode 8
    i know you may not get this, but the reason we deserve a vacation...

#blackAF season 1 episode 1 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

In a documentary meant for a film school application, a young narrator explores his family's lavish lifestyle, sparked by his father's success in the entertainment industry focusing on black culture. The family's opulent brunch at the Four Seasons serves as a backdrop for discussions on racial identity, societal expectations, and the burdens of materialism. Encounters with industry insiders prompt the family to confront the father about his extravagant spending and the impact of racial stereotypes on their lives. The documentary weaves through personal reflections, familial interactions, and societal commentary, culminating in the narrator's introspective thoughts on his family's dynamics and his struggle with personal and cultural identity.

Full Episode S01E01 Recap

### Documentary Aspirations and Lavish Beginnings - The narrator reflects on the excessive camera crew arranged by his father for his documentary project, comparing it unfavorably to the modest crew of *The Revenant*. - The scene transitions to a luxurious brunch at the Four Seasons, highlighting the narrator's discomfort with his family's ostentatious lifestyle. ### Family Background and Netflix Celebration - The narrator provides background on his father's career, noting his success with TV shows and movies focusing on black culture. - The family's brunch is revealed to be in celebration of the father's new Netflix show, about which the narrator is skeptical. ### Encounters with Industry Insiders - At the brunch, the family interacts with Steve Levitan, a successful producer, leading to a discussion on professional accomplishments and the pressures of maintaining a successful image. ### Home Life and Personal Reflections - Back at home, the narrator reflects on his living situation and his family's dynamics, including his father's work habits and the family's discussions on racial perceptions and societal expectations. ### The Struggle with Racial Stereotypes and Personal Identity - The family discusses the impact of racial stereotypes on their lives, with the father expressing his frustration with being judged for his wealth and lifestyle. - The conversation delves into the complexities of racial identity, societal expectations, and the struggle to balance personal success with cultural authenticity. ### Confrontation and Reflection on Materialism - The family confronts the father about his materialistic tendencies, specifically his luxury car and designer clothes, leading to a broader discussion on the pressures of maintaining a certain image in society. ### Closing Reflections on Family and Self-Perception - The documentary concludes with the narrator's continued reflections on his family's dynamics, their societal perceptions, and his own place within this complex web of relationships and expectations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of the narrator's documentary project?

The narrator is creating a documentary as part of his application to NYU Film School.

How does the narrator feel about the camera crew arranged by his father?

The narrator feels it is excessive and unnecessary, comparing it unfavorably to the crew of *The Revenant*.

What event is the family celebrating at the Four Seasons brunch?

They are celebrating the father's new Netflix show.

How does the narrator describe his father's career?

The narrator describes his father as successful in creating TV shows and movies focusing on black culture but criticizes him as a "racial profiteer."

Who do they meet at the brunch, and what is discussed?

They meet Steve Levitan, with whom they discuss professional achievements and the pressures of maintaining an image of success.

What are some of the themes explored in the family's discussions at home?

They explore themes of racial identity, societal expectations, materialism, and the struggle between personal success and cultural authenticity.

How does the family confront the father about his lifestyle?

They discuss his luxury car, designer clothes, and overall materialistic tendencies, questioning whether these are necessary or genuine expressions of his identity.

What is the narrator's final reflection on his documentary and family?

The narrator reflects on the complexities of his family's dynamics, their societal perceptions, and his own place within this web of relationships and expectations.

 
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