Wonder Years back with a family of Black. But Why?
by Mahima Jhawar | Fri, 24 Sep 2021 05:53:11 GMT
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The Wonder Years is an American drama series that aired on Television in 1988 for the first time and witnessed its new season with a major change. Seeing the cover picture, you must have understood that the new season of this drama will witness a "Black Family" for the very first time.

ABC's reboot of "The Wonder Years" is going to re-frame the essence and the magic of the original drama and comedy of the season with new add-ons by featuring a Black Southern family living the joys and sorrows in the 1960s. 

The premiere of its first season, the original one, was seen in 1988. This brought back the nostalgia of the people by witnessing such a clear depiction made by the drama, bringing back the life in the '90s.

This comedic drama series was watched by 29 million households and was critically acclaimed by one and all. The elements of the sitcom that touched its viewers the most were its realistic showcase of the transitional environment with a vulnerable take on the adolescents of that time.

Presenting a glimpse of the original family of "The Wonder Years" that ruled over many hearts, back in 1988 and even till now-

Source - Amazon

Now, the stories of the old version and the recreated one are the same with somewhat minor differences. Let me tell you the basic plot. So, the story revolves around a teenager Kevin, who is trying to understand the bizarre world around him and tries to gain insights into the coming maturity. The way he passes on commentary and talks to himself, adds a humorous element to the story and brings back the nostalgic memories of the teenagers of that time especially.

The decision of ABC's reboot by a Black family is based upon the opinion that #BlackLivesmatter and to create memories for the Black people too to get nostalgic and enjoy their memories because they do not have many memories to revisit because of the differences between the Blacks and the Whites that came in way of sitcoms for them to relate. 

The following tab will let you access the trailer of its new season, showcasing the Black middle-class family-

The first episode of this new season premiered 3 days back, that is September 22, 2021. Although the cast and the concept are good enough, yet people are having a hard time accepting this new family in place of the original one who had already created a space in their hearts for so long.

This family comedy-drama, where a man recalls his memory of his childhood spent at Montgomery in Alabama during the 1960s,  will be worth a watch, so do give it a try without any personal bias!

Looking forward to its upcoming episodes!

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