#Topic Is Black TV Wack TV? #Read #Comment #Share
#Topic Is Black TV Wack TV? #Read #Comment #Share What has happened to black television? In the beginning it could be argued that actresses like, Hattie McDaniel played stereotypical roles to make a way for blacks on the big screen but what's our excuse today? The origins of African Americans in film wasn't pretty most parts were that of mammies, thieves,dim witted men and women, servants and jesters. These roles were prevalent at this time and were literally the only roles black actors could get. Many felt it was better to play the role of a maid or butler than to actually be one. In the 80's and 90's we had an emergence of shows showcasing African Americans in a different light. Alright folks, put on your thinking caps sometimes it hard to remember with the onslaught on coonery and buffoonery we have displayed presently but i'll give you a minute to flash "black" in time. Remember shows like, The Cosby Show, Martin,G...
