The original already has some pretty outstanding dramatic moments as it is: such as when Will finds out Carlton is carrying a gun and when Will’s dad walks out - these moments were made more effective by the fact they were in a show that was predominantly a light hearted comedy.
Ah,yes,the old trick:"Make me laugh 90% of the time,so when you punch me in the stomach without notice it will hurt 1000000000 times more."...you know...that thing "Buffy-the Vampire Slayer"teaches classes of....
I agree but the Bel-air depicts the culture era that we're living in now rather then copy or be like the sitcom. Its the realistic aspect of the show in which how Will settles in to the new environment.
Here’s the thing. The original sitcom was a comedy, but when it wanted to go heavy it went heavy, and you believed them because you loved the characters. The reboot is banking on the fact you love these character, while also being a Dynasty/Empire clone at the same time.
No way you compared this to dynasty or empire. This is literally all american but a little bit different. The show is good. You guys just have to stop thinking of it in terms of the original. It's literally a reboot. It just takes established stuff in the og and changes it. Maybe if you guys weren't nostalgic bastards trying to remember the joy of your childhood you could sit down and enjoy the show
@@annisaddo8163 But that will always be the case of a reboot. Because it has things established for it people will compare it to the other. This show may want to explore and change the characters to more fit the story they want to tell (and thats fine. though I am not a big fan of doing that) but these are still pre-established characters of a beloved franchise. So I don't think it's unjustified to be like " hey this has a different vibe then fresh prince" and be a little thrown off by it.
@@annisaddo8163 That's literally not possible? If you make a reboot of something, as long as fans of the original are still alive, it will be compared to the original. That's how all reboots are. People aren't 'nostalgic bastards' (defensive much?) for being critical of a reboot.
@@annisaddo8163 If they wanted to do their own thing, why make it a remake at all? Why not a reboot of the series with different characters instead of just remaking the show, only into a gritty drama instead of a comedy-drama? Obviously it's going to be compared to the original. The entire marketing of the show is banking on the original's existence and fanbase to succeed. It's a nostalgia cash grab, not something trying to be unique or original. They should have just made their own show.
Flight: *leaves tomorrow* My mom, a day before the flight: ON YOUR FEET SOLDIER, WE ARE LEAVING i kid you not this has happened before we slept in the airport
I’m a little disappointed that Carlton is such a dark character now. he’s doing drugs and is all psychotic now. before he was just being corny and now they boosted it up to him being friends with people trying to put Will in jail and honestly that really made me sad because Carlton was a favorite of mine. Idk if I’m the only one with this opinion (lmao btw im not talking about his complexion)
Some people say "you need to move on and enjoy this its different and original you sack of crap" and its like even with zero reference from the original. Personally edgy, edge teen drama isn't fun to watch. Some people need to he likeable to invest people, I mean if you LOVE drama good for you but others aren't as psyched about it.
I feel the same way. The original Carlton and Hilary were my favorite characters. These reboot characters are just trying too hard and yet, are completely forgettable. Btw, I thought you meant you hated how dark they made Carlton, as in skintone, and I almost lost my shit. Thank god I actually read the whole comment. 🤣🤣🤣
I just don’t think this should’ve been tied to fresh Prince, it’s hard disassociating reboots from the original especially for the original was so prominent
@@lunargames5246 I agree with this. I'm not into super serious shows but like with a show like Breaking Bad, I fell in love with Jesse Pinkman and he was kind of the relief you need from all the seriousness. I can't do all that super deep dark stuff.
I don’t really consider it a reboot, more like a reimagined show. I actually like the back stories and it being serious and not just jokes. If you go into it comparing it to the original sitcom, this is the conclusion you’ll end up with.
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Yeah Will was real supportive of this one, emerged from a fan made trailer made a while back, looked pretty decent but the protagonist cast of the old trailer seemed like a neater fit
Honestly, the show would, have been a heck of a lot better if they didn't brand it as a Fresh Prince reboot. Like the concepts and ideas are really good for a drama, but connecting it to the OG show ruined it because the audience compares the reboot to the OG. As a stand-alone show it would have been great!
I was jus thinking this the other day, I really like the show but I feel like it would have been more popular if it wasn't connected to the original Fresh Prince and it was just its own thing
I feel the issue is that they half assed the connection to the original show, so it’s a lose lose situation. If they marketed it as a fresh prince property, people could criticise it for not having that fresh prince feel, but if they didn’t market it as a fresh prince show, people would say it’s ripping off the fresh prince of bel air.
i dont think branding is the issue. yes we'll automatically get compared but knowing it's a drama expect them to be different. biggest problem is Will's character still feels like a sitcom character but in a drama series. the plot is great but they overdo it with dialogue. forced Philly slang and weakass black culture references. at first i thought black dont act like that but really no one acts the way Will does.
@@BrandNameLess exactly, also what was up with his lack of awareness? I mean even the most tone deaf person would realise how to act in that situation (talking about the meeting uncle Phil’s friends scene).
@@BrandNameLess I feel it has to be both the branding and trying to tie in the old Will's character into it. Neither really make any sense for what this show is trying to be.
Why does every reboot of a beloved show have to be **dark and edgy** ??? Are we not allowed to have deep themes and laugh at the same time? Edit: For clarification, I don't actually dislike this version of the show. In fact, of all the recent reboots, it's the one I actually want to watch. I'm just noticing that it still fits into the trend.
Agreed! And this show is following the recent trend where everything is literally dark. Like every seen is so dark you can barely see what's going on. Sabrina was the same way. I miss fun comedies and being able to actually see the characters.
Bruh watch the show it’s not all edgy and moody it’s funny while tackling serious issues in todays society so don’t assume but I think it’s pretty good.
It’s so crazy! Like even kids cartoons can maintain their lighthearted or funny demeanour while still showing mature and dark themes. It’s all about balance
If you think about it what gets more awards, drama or comedy? Also comedy is on a decline. You get three seasons if your lucky. But with drama it can go on for years.
The weirdest thing for me about this show is the drama that's inserted by Will IMMEDIATELY trying to get with Carltons ex. Just feels so weird that Will has absolutely zero chill about that fact.
Lisa's the only one who's been nice to Will and after everything that's happened to him, he kind of needs a friend to vent to and stuff. I agree he should just stay away from her, but Carlton is super creepy and I don't want Lisa to be left alone with him, since he's so guiiltripping manipulative towards her
In the original I wouldn’t of thought Will’s character would do that to his cousin. Because they kinda became friends. But yeah, it’s a weird way to start a show; and punching out your cousin; he’s not forgetting that any time soon!
@@jessieb7290 he did in the original show though. Remember the episode where he and Carlton had the flu? It was revealed that not only was he dating Carlton's ex, but that he was also partially responsible for her breaking up with Carlton in the first place.
What made the original show so special, was the dynamic between Carlton and Will. They didn't always see eye to eye on many things. Carlton was stuck-up, he did think he was better than Will, and conversely, Will thought he was better than Carlton. Neither of them knew how to meet in the middle at first. As the show goes on, they do become very close and defensive of each other. In this "reboot", Will and Carlton are fighting over a woman. There's no opportunity for character development or life lessons here. It's all about hating each other for childish, petty reasons.
Yep originally the divide between them was "cool guy" vs "nerd/geek". This one looks like it's two a-holes fighting over who gets the girl Also the lacrosse scene is straight up weird since you have carlton who was very proud of his smarts acting like a generic jock.
@@jamir5477 can only see them becoming closer from there. Probably during the season finale, but I'm not entirely sure cause I doubt Carlton's not still hurt about game night.
Lol I feel like ppl are remembering what they want about Carlton. Season 1 Carlton *consistently* looked down his nose at Will. He changed and they grew closer by the end but C was always willing to throw Will under the bus to get ahead at first. Also I'm p sure Carlton played Lacrosse and Tennis in the OG. He wasnt just about books.
@@kio4896 exactly. That's like the best part of him on the show! He was always creating mischief and messing things up for everyone and did more harm than good
4:03 His flight leaves in *45 minutes* and he's not even at the airport yet?! In a major hub like Philly? He won't even make it through security in time! (What happened to being at the airport 2 hours beforehand...?!)
I suggest u research the story behind it it all started with a fan made trailer on UA-cam that a fan of the show made and Will liked it and made it a possibility because it’s a great idea and the show is pretty good
The story in the song is not a light-hearted story. A teenager got into a fight with some local gangsters that got so serious that he has to leave to the whole other side of the country with his rich cousins. It's very easy to make that story a drama
@@lawstshane Honestly that makes me kinda want to check it out, as I like will smith being a the helm of it. But... eh, I don't know i'm not really into dramas and the trailer looked pretty good but didn't really get me fired up for it. I hope it's good though.
@TheDarkZone And you know Kyle is an "actual black person" because you're best buddies irl, or what? Because he sounds to me like another of a million young white men in this country who think that white men are the most mistreated, discriminated against group around, and see everything that doesn't have an all-white cast and show the white male protagonist as an amazing human being as "anti-white narrative". And if he is black, then what's he worrying about so much how white people are portrayed in one show on Peacock? If they're portrayed badly in this one show, well, there are about a million pieces of media where black people are portrayed badly to balance it out. It seems like he'd know that.
Alex meyers and his kids bop moment made me cackle so hard as a African American 😭😂❤️ Edit : 😂😂some of y’all clearly didn’t catch the joke Alex Meyers made to a group of people who are clearly not white. Pop quiz : what groups of individuals don’t like white people saying the n-word. he literally said “African Americans” in song to be respectful. Maybe I should’ve put citations for white people. Answer : it was the Cherokees duh 😂 white people are so focused on race even in a comedic video they are still inherently racist. “ your black ! I know your black! Tell me right now you n-word ” the comments 😭😂 Yes people I am black and proud and also a troll : one girl literally gave me a history lesson in the yt comments lmao, oh y’all serious 😭😂 maybe I should troll more often people are so easy to upset. Why does it even matter my race to y’all, black or African American, when the joke wasn’t even for y’all. 😭 stop making everything about y’all pls and thank you. Sincerely signed : a true African American at heart 😤
You may not be the audience for a show like this. It’s beautiful, dramatic and a brilliant black story reimagined. Which is the point. It’s okay if you don’t get it but the series is Amazing.
I think the actors do good with what they have to work with but I don't like Carlton at all. He's like the opposite of what make him so loveable before.
@@littlesparrow303 Just because everyone wanted it that doesn't mean it should be. People don't know what they want. People don't know good TV. Besides, even if it was a good concept that doesn't mean people won't screw it up, like they did with this train wreck of an episode None of your arguments justify this show being made.
This “mature” dramatic version of Bel-Air feels more childish that the family friendly original. It’s trying way too hard to be more realistic than the sitcom that it’s laughable in all the wrong ways
Honestly it has pretty big: "Teenager complaining about he's a big boy now and has to be taken seriously, mom, stop treating me like a baby I'm 'dark' and 'deep' and 'important' now!" vibes.
@@maxcloud753 EXACTLY!! Cue that GIF where the little kid flexes his no muscles as he exclaims “I’M GROWN” before walking off to have his diaper changed!!
I feel like a lot of you in the comments are missing that the show is inspired (and I think actually co produced) by someone who made a "fake trailer" of the fresh prince in a more realistic tone. Will Smith got wind of it and loved the idea. Now a few years later Bel air is a reality. I haven't seen much of the new show yet but I know it's expanding the fresh prince universe not remaking the original shot for shot. I'll enjoy the new more realistic tone of it and if it becomes to much to enjoy I'll watch the classics
@Kota I don't think that guy has a hand in this one or anything from he's original idea, that was really nice and it was the same show just from a different perspective, this show is a whole different story all together
Yeah but it takes away what was so beloved about it. Like carlton being this stereotypical rich kid who Is an asshole. The original carlton was was more multifaceted. He could be a jerk but also funny, charming, smart, funny, or dumb. The original show handled deep subjects with more grace. The new one just was so overdramatic.
yeah and thats great for people who want that but im more of a fan of comedy and iv already seen two of my childhood shows get turned into drama fest and if this follows the same trend eventual murder plots and out of nowhere plot twists which again great for fans of that but im not iwatched pretty little liars and that gave me my fill of that style of show. so if people like this great hope the show does well. honestly i should just get my hands on the old shows on amazon now that i think about it....well laters.
As a black person, nothing about Bel-Air felt like a "fish out of water/culture shock" type of premise. It really is just every other drama as you listed. Only real difference is the all black cast.
Yeah I agree with you. I always hate when they call things for example "black movies" or "black tv shows". Like just call it movies and tv shows. I'm white and I would be so annoyed if they labeled all white cast movies as "white movies"
@@robdog4062 Well since the media is so whitewashed and a lot of mainstream movies or shows have predominantly white casts, us black ppl hold it close to our heart and keep it sacred when there’s a show or movie with a predominant black cast. Black Panther was a cultural phenomenon for us and we’ll always label it as the “black superhero movie.” That’s just how it is, no need to get worked up about it.
@@jayngb I think he’s trying to say that ultimately we should be at a point where it shouldn’t matter. I think. I’m not him so I can’t speak for him though
It’s more Realistic. A Black young Man get Pulled out AND dropped into a Basically ALL WHITE school and environment. There’s bound to have some Concerns for him and his family . The lesser evil for his situation but…It’s a very cultural and social differences and issues that come from both & that’s what Fresh prince and Bel-air are about .
This whole thing just enforcers the idea on what a amazing show the original one was. It was a perfect mix of humor, serious things and family. While this just feels like a modern try hard show that's also socially relevant.
Other then the characters names and backstory, this is NOT the fresh prince think of it outside of the Fresh Prince shadow and as an individual show. the acting and storyline is really good and the show is overall very entertaining by itself. plus Will Smith said it himself he wished The Fresh Prince was more serious so they could take more seriously topics. So this is that
Okay. The reason why the classic, god I can’t believe I have to say that now, Fresh Prince of Bel Air is so classic because it was fun! It did have serious moments and drama. But it was well written and powerful. This reboot completely misses the point in what made the original a classic. This isn’t me whining about can’t stand reboots ruining my childhood. This is me saying do try to fix something that wasn’t broken in the first place.
I think you are the one that misses the point, this is a Re imagining. If you really think about Will's origin was kinda dark to begin with. Most parents aren't going to send their children to the other side of the country to move in with relatives that they aren't really close with over a schoolyard fight. The fact Will's life was in extreme danger makes the move to California make sense. I also love some of the character changes especially Hillary, I hated Hillary in the original show her stuck up vapid valley girl shtick wore thin real fast. I'm liking what I'm seeing so far and looking forward to what happens next.
@@blumax961 I think you don't understand that it didn't need to be made in the first place. This show couldn't stand up on its own, so they had to use the nostalgia of the original / the piss poor argument of "It's just a re imagining". It being "A decent show that I like","Fan made", "a re imagining", "Being endorsed by Will Smith", "The fans wanting it", or any other piss poor justification you use to argue this show doesn't justify its existence. It sucks, no ifs ands or buts. You can like it, but that doesn't make this sucky show any good.
Agreed. I'm seeing a lot of people say to forget about the original or don't focus on it and just pay attention to the reboot in order to appreciate. I feel if that's needed to enjoy a reboot then it's doing something wrong. A reboot should have a creative way to send a love letter to the original while offering something new. But it should encourage people to appreciate the original and want them to watch it and see how well the two play off each other. In the good reboots I've seen that's what I've noticed.
@@switchgear100 sure! And I've watched some reminaginings that are really good and don't change the characters like they did Carlton. I still consider those reboots tho cuz both labels seem to be used by the creators.
I think this was made prematurely lol the show is actually really good and if you followed the original show you'll see all the Easter eggs from the fresh prince of Belair
smh people are so picky if they made the show exactly how the original was then people would still say it’s ass and it’s not hitting the same and when u tryi to switch it up a little people like why is it so dark and edgy why is the characters different. Smh humans...
@@sepplug3929 honestly. Just because something is more serious doesn’t mean it’s edgy and moody. After seeing up to episode five there is nothing I would really call edgy in the show. It just takes a more serious tone and tackles real issues all while having some light hearted and funny moments
Bel air is actually a good show. As an African American it’s a breathe of fresh air. The show gets deeper after the pilot. I think black people have a lot of toxicity in our families. Seeing the healthy relationships on this show and how they deal with conflicts is amazing.
I actually love Bel Air, as a person who was a fan of the original show I like all the upgrades....The original show was on network TV 📺 so it couldn't push the envelope to the edge of the table.
The show isn't mediocre because it's a reimagining. It's actually well-cast and makes decent adjustments. It's simply bad at dramatization. Like it'll set up a conflict only to take the shortest path of least resistance to resolve it (often offscreen). Or, it's petty bullshit inflated to melodrama. For example, this Hilary is antithetical to the OG besides being drop dead gorgeous. Yet, the Banks parents treat her like, "Whatever are we going to do with this charming, driven, social media savvy and demonstrably talented burden?" Y'all rich! Give her a loan for a starter restaurant or something! Have her network by catering Phil's campaign! But nah, better to repeat the same "Why don't you believe in me?" convo 12 times....
I feel like they don't actually let them resolve the issues all the way, like them not knowing if Trey was going to make it and then he was just shot in the shoulder. Plus the camera angles are horrible. It takes away from the show.
Hilary literally didn't want her parents to be the reason for her success. That's why she didn't like her mom setting up opportunities for her. She wanted to make her own success
@@habeebuadenuga1070 Wasn't that the plot of the OG episode where Will got that pirate waiter job? Which ended with Uncle Phil explicitly telling Will he was being stupid and stubborn because everyone (including him) receives help to succeed... It's an asinine reason to watch someone struggle (spurning their advantages) and a weak basis for drama. Moreso stretched out over an entire season. Living in her parent's pool house for the past year doesn't count as privilege but Viv networking for her does?
I mean if you were paying attention that’s exactly what she doesn’t want. She wants to be successful on her own. Plus it realistic for it to keep coming up since that’s how parents are. They get on your ass until you do it. Honestly Hillary probably should get help from her parents but i understand why she doesn’t want it.
It isn’t exactly a reboot in my eyes to be honest, if it was a reboot I think it would have been in the same genre but it’s not, fresh prince is a sitcom meanwhile I feel like bel air is a drama type series. Plus it’s about why will really got sent to bel air. Plus I feel like if it was a reboot I think the characters should have similar personalities but no, Hilary went from being a spoiled snob to being a determined queen who will work hard for what she wants, Carlton went from being the smart, nerdy type to being popular, a drug addict and to be honest a straight asshole. I don’t get the feel of Ashley, aunt Viv, uncle phil or anyone in the show yet other than those too. To me will kinda has the same personality but only a little bit to me. But I actually really like this show so far. Cant wait to see where it leads too.
Same honestly the show isn’t anywhere close to being as bad as some ppl would have you Believe and I like how they are touching on some less discussed issues in the black community like how corporations don’t see black ppl as their target market and why black ppl aren’t quick to trust politicians. I am excited to see where it goes tbh
exactly, the show takes a completely different turn than just being a reboot. it really goes in depth with the characters traits asides from comedy and really and tells interesting black stories, i don’t see the point of this video
I think everyone is way too caught up in expecting the fresh prince. That’s not what it’s supposed to be. What would be the point of simply remaking what we already know? It’s supposed to be different lol. Just enjoy it for what it is
I saw this comment and I relate to it because of what I read from the title, it's not a reboot, it's a remake. The two are dramatically different. I reboot is starting from what something was built off of and having everything that was established prior cemented into the reboot. A remake is taking something and using the source material to built something and develop it differently, like an alternate timeline.
@@lTheOfficialJesusChristChannel Actually the first thing you said is actually a revival, not a reboot. A reboot also can be set in a alternative timeline, a reboot is not canon to what was prior and is basically a reset, a revival is a continuation of prior events set in the same universe.
If you call it the fresh prince and all the characters are the same name then give us what we expect otherwise you're just using a property we already love to get us to watch your shit
Honestly after watching this review, it made me hesitant to give the show a try. I delayed it off for a bit before being bored enough to getting around to it and I’m happy I did. I really enjoyed it and was actually surprised too. You can’t go into it thinking about the original because it’s a twist on a classic and my opinion, done well
I think what bothers me about this series is that it almost exists as if to imply that the comedic elements in the original Fresh Prince aren't as deserving of merit and value, and that in spite of its key dramatic points, it's never going to be as "deep" as whatever this reboot is trying to be. And that's totally not true. The real nuance of comedy, especially in a show like Fresh Prince, was to capture that balance of using humor to shed light to the darker aspects of the story - Will feeling abandoned by his father, not fitting in with society, and becoming more self-aware of the social and racial pressures at play. The comedy in that series IS what made those dramatic elements shine because they hit you right where you needed it to get the message. Maybe it is true that some people will stereotype a comedy show for never going as deep as a dramatic one, but this reboot is a good example of why this doesn't work. A lot of reboots have been doing this lately as if they're ashamed of their original source rather than honoring them. The drama here is too well-constructed and overly polished because they've tried to fill and connect all those holes from the original. It almost reads like fanfiction to me, like when someone's spent a lot of time trying so hard to refine it that they've forgotten the essence of what made the original good and capable of sharing a relevant story when it did. That being said - I really wish more shows could feel comfortable about telling a completely new story. There's elements here that could make a compelling story if they'd focused on telling an original one instead to avoid comparing it to its source material.
The main reason for that is when that dramatic version of fresh prince was still a small piece of fan work got popular they werent thinking about making points or anything but just thought "hey we can use this to create some 'brand new' show with an old shows name to back it up" and that was pretty much it. From the trailer and this video whenever I see conflic (particularly Carlton scenes) I cant take it seriously, not even because "oh its Cartlon he shouldnt be serious" but because nothing feels like real drama. It does not help that Wills character was kept the same so he is a 90s clownish character in a 2020s dramatic world (it feels hard to believe he was well liked in his town and people didnt think he was fake or just an idiot that no one shuts up). If the company took the concept then made it its own show with new characters and differently named characters it would do ok first season, maybe get a second season, then probably drop it before a 3rd. So being an original show would help sure but even alone I doubt it would go far
And the thing is, life is funny. Lots of drama shows on TV get that wrong. Life isn't just going from one serious moment to the next. People laugh. People do silly things. If there wasn't funny, then serious wouldn't be so serious. Like if there weren't lows in our lives, we wouldn't appreciate the highs. Just because the original was a comedy doesn't mean it couldn't feel "real".
I think what bothers me about this series is that it almost exists as if to imply that the comedic elements in the original Fresh Prince aren't as deserving of merit and value, and that in spite of its key dramatic points, it's never going to be as "deep" as whatever this reboot is trying to be. And that's totally not true. The real nuance of comedy, especially in a show like Fresh Prince, was to capture that balance of using humor to shed light to the darker aspects of the story - Will feeling abandoned by his father, not fitting in with society, and becoming more self-aware of the social and racial pressures at play. The comedy in that series IS what made those dramatic elements shine because they hit you right where you needed it to get the message. Maybe it is true that some people will stereotype a comedy show for never going as deep as a dramatic one, but this reboot is a good example of why this doesn't work. A lot of reboots have been doing this lately as if they're ashamed of their original source rather than honoring them. The drama here is too well-constructed and overly polished because they've tried to fill and connect all those holes from the original. It almost reads like fanfiction to me, like when someone's spent a lot of time trying so hard to refine it that they've forgotten the essence of what made the original good and capable of sharing a relevant story when it did. That being said - I really wish more shows could feel comfortable about telling a completely new story. There's elements here that could make a compelling story if they'd focused on telling an original one instead to avoid comparing it to its source material.
Out of all the recent reboots, I actually enjoyed this one the most. While it's tricky to pull off the transition from sitcom to straight drama, I'd say that this one does it well, while staying true to the spirit of the original.
@@lecyber-purgatoire9803 not just the name. Why not change the characters too and not make it related to Fresh Prince of Bel Air. It could have been it's original show and people would still see it since will smith is the producer and he did a lot of promotion
Will Smith should have renamed the show when he encouraged their project. He didn't need to reboot the Fresh Prince show. It was perfect already. He didn't need to add on to it.
This gave me massive nostalgia for the old Bel-Air when I would watch it late at night on Nickelodeon when I was little. I absolutely loved it. Thanks for the nostalgia trip and another great video. :)
I wish they had renamed the “Will Smith” character… Will was named that because, well, that’s who played the character… it could have even been like a legacy where Carlton helped out another member of the family because of how much it meant for him when his dad did it for Will. Have “Uncle Carlton” instead of “Uncle Phil” taking in his nephew Jabari Banks, and hijinks ensue.
In the original almost all the people in Bel-Air actually liked him, Carlton was the one that people didn't really like because he was an awkward try hard. They just removed the best traits of the characters. Our entertainment is just turning to bad misery porn with the whole dark and edgy like marvel in the 90s.
They are growing that overtime. In the first episode no one liked him in the 4th episode he helped the basketball team win. A lot of these aspects you like about the show are going to be there.
@@mcjcave18 what made the show was Will's natural charisma which made him be liked by all groups. Not many people could be mad at him due to the fact he was a ball of energy and positivity. They also took away the sassy butler which kept top tier lines in his pocket. All the characters had personalities that played on eachother and made a lot of interesting interaction. I think this show is just another miserable teen drama that sucks the fun out of everything. I also just think those actors in the original made the show what it was.
Do you even hear yourself? A guy who watches TV shows, commenting on....a TV show. Also, Will Smith doesn't know anything about the hood either. And the show was literally about the opposite anyway.
I saw this idea floating around on the internet years ago, of Jaden becoming the next Fresh Prince, growing up sheltered in Bel Air, and moving to Philly to learn independence. Granted, this was just a random idea on the internet, so of course a random producer couldn't credit it properly, but man,, if we had to have ANYTHING tied to the original property, I'd love for it to be that. Though realistically, Jaden is already a very independent entity, and I have no idea if he'd ever actually do something THAT grounded.
I’m not a big fan of all the reboots but I really like Bel Air. It feels like a brand new show despite it being a reboot. I also wanna say that I didn’t really watch fresh prince back when it was on air (I was a child that cared about Disney channel, Nick and nothing else lol) however I did watch every single episode on UA-cam back in like 2007 or something so I became a fan then. This was probably the only reboot I actually was excited for because it’s based on a reimagined trailer a fan made a few years back that fresh prince fans actually liked and wanted more of. The series is worth a watch in my opinion. The updated version is kind of refreshing to see and unlike these other reboots, people actually wanted this one lol
You honestly spoke out the same exact way I felt, it's cool to see it in a new serious perspective. They're very quick and easy to shit on anything that makes them upset because it's a reboot, regardless of it being bad or good.
I REALLY didnt like it. The casting, the writing, the acting, the timing, the plot. The cinematography was okay. When they sat down and planned the show, I wondered who they thought the show would be for? Millenials, gen x, or baby boomers (bc those are all the generations that watched and loved the show)? ...while watching it I figured that the show writers decided it had to be for an even younger generation, one that wouldn't make too many connections to the past show. What I wish is that we were just given a brand new show from the mind of Will Smith that didn't need to be stuck in the confines of the Fresh Prince world. What is so wrong with writing brand-new shows?
I actually saw the original series when it was on air and I can agree the new series is great. This ain't the 90s so the silliness prolly wouldn't translate well these days I look forward to the rest of this new series.
Ik it’s an unpopular opinion but I acc really like the show. Is It more serious and dramatic than the original light hearted comedy sitcom? Yes. But I kinda liked the change in tone, it definitely adds a twist especially with it being so modern. I tend to not like shows nowadays because of how much they try to represent society these days idk it always manages to cringe me out but this show just has the perfect ratio in my eyes of not being too cringe to serious.
They're finding full blooded African and matching them with black Americans as their siblings and it looks off, because you can tell a black American from an African. The only one who looked black American was Will, Ashley, Wills mother, and Vivian, the didn't fit the role.
lol FR i enjoyed this video, but i do feel there was a bit of a disconnect with him understanding somethings. When you from philly (and black) you carry it with you, the show did a good job of representing that.
Also the whole "I'm not going to let my city and my boys down" is a sentiment that a lot of teenagers (especially guys) raised in impoverished areas have. So seeing Will and his friend being like that, reminded me a lot of people that I know in rl that have that mentality. Oh and the constant use of slang too.
@@darryljack6612 I agree, when Will made references it made sense because he provided context on how he speaks or in show. Not sure if the actor is actually from Philly but there is a way you walk and talk that carries the urban side of a Philadelphian. I’m from SW Philly and very much the same as Will but if you compare original birth than new generations (imported city dwellers) is vastly different. Philly isn’t like it was pre-2000s when both me and Will remembers and lived. We both were other places in the last 20 years eventho I came back for 15 of those years. It’s a different vibe, different city and sadly for me it’s not the same city I grew up in.
I was a little worried when you mentioned how you weren't sure how to show variety in the characters but the clarification was very helpful! I'm a black artist that illustrates black people and when it comes to men there often isn't a lot of variety with hair trends
Sorry but that's simply not true when it comes to hair. You could draw men who are bald, have dreadlocks, buzz cuts, cornrows, twists, afros, hi-top fades and the list goes on. These styles are here to stay🧑🏿🦱
I'll be honest, I haven't seen this so I don't know if it's good or not, but I feel like it's time for some new representation that isn't always about being brought up in a bad place
I like that idea. Like have a kid born as a hispanic or african american, and have them grow up kind of ignorant of the issues surrounding their race because they were born in a nice and safe area, then have them realize problems like slavery or racism or kids in bad situations throughout the show
I haven't watched a lot of Fresh Prince (the original), but I feel like that was Carlton. When he's put in jail (the cops think he and Will stole a car), he doesn't think it's racism at first.
@@blueiris574 Yeah, that's right. Really, I'd go so far as to say we don't need any new shows right now that have a person of color and just focus on the fact that the person is. Might be weird, but it makes me think of the CW superhero shows as well as the Marvel ones. You have The Flash and The Punisher and they just get to be awesome and fight crime as stars. When it came to Supergirl, Jessica Jones, Black Lightning, and Luke Cage, such a giant part of the shows (to me) seemed to be their gender or race. That's annoying. I don't need to be reminded of what I can clearly see. All that's really needed is a well-written character in a well-written plot. If they can't have an identity besides their appearance, that's a pretty weak character to me. Plus, it makes it seem like that's all you can do. "Black Lightning can't have a show just about stopping meta humans like Flash because he's of color and he's got to deal with gangs and racism like people of color do"😂 I'm not saying ignore the problems entirely, bit plenty of shows have already addressed them very obviously. I doubt anybody would be hurt if a show came around and just was great without having to rely on something like that
Imagine trying to turn one of the most iconic African American sitcoms of the 1990's into a dark, boring and unimaginative woke drama about street violence and discrimination without the charm or character that made the original so timeless to begin with.
Honestly? It being a Black dramatic teen show is enough for me, as someone who (like you, Alex) has watched the heaps of successful white-centered dramatic teen shows. There’s a reason the genre works. I’m on the “let (Black) people enjoy things” side of this.
First of all that genre is trash and overplayed. Secondly, "let black people enjoy things", who said they couldn't? You think blacks need a trashy reboot of a classic to enjoy things?
My friend mentioned this show to me the other day and I asked if Will Smith was in it and she said no and I was like "What's the point?" XD She laughed and agreed.
I didn't grow up with Fresh Prince....but I've seen enough of it to know it broke down some barriers. It got serious when it delt with serious issues but kept things light and fun (as life is in reality) in the every day. Teaching lessons and bringing joy....this could be said of any original that's trying to be remade today.
The show isn’t as bad as I thought it was gonna be I personally enjoyed watching it with my family each of us had our problems with it but was better than I all of our expectations and Geoffrey being a badass is the cherry on top
Child labor laws. It also makes filming more cohesive bc kids and teenagers grow and change quite quickly. Someone already in their 20s won’t physically change as much in a short amount of time
It’s remaagained by a dramma and originally a fan posted his vision of that on UA-cam through a short film trailer he filmed and Will saw it and liked it and they made it actualky happen it’s not like they just said let’s reboot be air this show came from love of the fans of the OG show
Isn't it indicative of the times and society we now live in that a show like Fresh Prince has been remade and has had all the life, fun and purpose sucked out of it. Fresh was unique for the time because of the mixture of comedy in the story's scenario. It was inviting and anyone could jump in and get immerse in the show. It wasn't arrogant in it's messaging because they knew the comedy came first. The whole purpose of the concept was different and allowed everyone to laugh. That's the great thing about comedy. It can address difficult issues but still invite everyone to explore these problems through laughter and a lighter tone. It's been a staple of modern Hollywood to have no idea the purpose of what they're doing. They just try to ride trends they think are working and don't give them any deeper thought. The result is you get a ton of melowdramatic and gritty reboots that don't understand the appeal of the original property. The show seems run of the mill and ok but nothing like the original. It really seems like nobody can laugh and have fun anymore with reboots like these.
Personally, the shows trash. But its nothing to cry over, just something to ignore. But if you want to like it just cause, then watch it. Don't let us trigger you.
Honestly I actually really enjoy it and personally I think it’s good, should have they linked it as a reboot to the original, probably not, but still a enjoyable show!
I loved the Fresh Prince. This reboot looks like a drama and something I would not be interested in, so I'll skip this, but the original was just excellent.
I like this “reboot” (if we can call it that) because it changes the expectations of the show. They could’ve strictly copied the original, but to match the level of chemistry and creativity the OG Fresh Prince had would’ve been impossible. It would’ve came off as cringe and a worthless attempt. This reimagining of the story tries to tell it from a different and more realistic perspective. They’re taking plot points from the original and making them into a full series instead of one off episodes. Is it as entertaining as the original? No. But it’s a new take on something, and it’s actually pretty good on its own. For me personally, this allows me to enjoy the original Fresh Prince, while I can watch Bel-Air as its own show.
@@switchgear100 This is what I wish people would do. However, if this wasn't Fresh Prince, how many people do you think would care? I think being a reboot makes it harder to stand out because you'll always have fans of the original comparing these two. And personally, I think the 90s show hit harder than this.
@@googleisevil8958 Thats because the 90s show was something more original, comparing it to others sitcons from the times, than this. Like the video says, its not all that diferent from others current shows in the sort of themes they touch. So, while i dont think it was a bad idea to reuse the property and turn it into something more dramatic, they had a bad timing in bringing that idea into function. And they definitely picked a bad streaming service to launch it. Why they didnt go with Netflix?
It's the way that before I watch any show/movie I have to know Alex's opinion on it so I can know what I am getting myself into and if a show/movie is worth my time 🤣. Been a proud subscriber for 3 years and I love it here 💜
..the way Alex feels about this show is EXACTLY how I feel about Riverdale - just a show with the same character names and absolutely no real connection to the original comics or cartoons. I was so excited to watch Riverdale when I heard it was based on Archie and friends but BOOOOOY - O did I quickly become confused and then just outright disappointed.
also will smith literally produced this lol. he took what he already achieved with his version and decided not to copy it. making this a drama was perfect
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The original already has some pretty outstanding dramatic moments as it is: such as when Will finds out Carlton is carrying a gun and when Will’s dad walks out - these moments were made more effective by the fact they were in a show that was predominantly a light hearted comedy.
Ah,yes,the old trick:"Make me laugh 90% of the time,so when you punch me in the stomach without notice it will hurt 1000000000 times more."...you know...that thing "Buffy-the Vampire Slayer"teaches classes of....
Seconded, I loved how they weren't afraid to get too dark and serious for a comedy. Will's dad abandoning him again will always make me bawl! 😭💔
I agree but the Bel-air depicts the culture era that we're living in now rather then copy or be like the sitcom. Its the realistic aspect of the show in which how Will settles in to the new environment.
@@Nicamon one piece
Right. It had a productive story line, this one everything happens at the same time basically. They go forward so fast
The way Alex kept saying "African-American friend" had me on the ground
I didn’t know he was that hip caught me off guard 😂😂
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😂🤣😂 It caught me so off guard. I had to replay that bit a couple of times.
@@AxxLAfriku uhhh
@@AxxLAfriku oh does she now
Here’s the thing. The original sitcom was a comedy, but when it wanted to go heavy it went heavy, and you believed them because you loved the characters. The reboot is banking on the fact you love these character, while also being a Dynasty/Empire clone at the same time.
not empire😩😭
No way you compared this to dynasty or empire. This is literally all american but a little bit different. The show is good. You guys just have to stop thinking of it in terms of the original. It's literally a reboot. It just takes established stuff in the og and changes it. Maybe if you guys weren't nostalgic bastards trying to remember the joy of your childhood you could sit down and enjoy the show
@@annisaddo8163 But that will always be the case of a reboot. Because it has things established for it people will compare it to the other. This show may want to explore and change the characters to more fit the story they want to tell (and thats fine. though I am not a big fan of doing that) but these are still pre-established characters of a beloved franchise. So I don't think it's unjustified to be like " hey this has a different vibe then fresh prince" and be a little thrown off by it.
@@annisaddo8163 That's literally not possible? If you make a reboot of something, as long as fans of the original are still alive, it will be compared to the original. That's how all reboots are. People aren't 'nostalgic bastards' (defensive much?) for being critical of a reboot.
@@annisaddo8163 If they wanted to do their own thing, why make it a remake at all? Why not a reboot of the series with different characters instead of just remaking the show, only into a gritty drama instead of a comedy-drama? Obviously it's going to be compared to the original. The entire marketing of the show is banking on the original's existence and fanbase to succeed. It's a nostalgia cash grab, not something trying to be unique or original. They should have just made their own show.
Most unrealistic thing in this episode is that Will was still driving to the airport 45 min before his flight and made it on.
Yeah he would have missed that flight.
Flight: *leaves tomorrow*
My mom, a day before the flight: ON YOUR FEET SOLDIER, WE ARE LEAVING
i kid you not this has happened before
we slept in the airport
Fr I arrived to the airport one hour before my flight and they made me reschedule it💀
Well it was before 9/11 so probably easier
@@theopposite_ good
"SOMEHOW IT'S 2021" - he said that with such confidence...😂
Right???
Thank God other people noticed that lol. I had to check when it was released real quick like "really...is it 2021?"
Thought I'd gone back in time for a moment
He probably uses the same sponsor clip multiple times
Ikr
The fact that you put a teacup and saucer on Jeffrey's head just because hes British had me rolling
Geoffrey*
And he's Jamaican. In the original he was British I think
@@Skitz0frenix yeah he's just british. its never addressed where his DNA hails from
@@MsDudette21 in this version it is, Geoffrey literally says he left Jamaica to the UK for schooling
@@CGMproductionss I was talking about the original
I’m a little disappointed that Carlton is such a dark character now. he’s doing drugs and is all psychotic now. before he was just being corny and now they boosted it up to him being friends with people trying to put Will in jail and honestly that really made me sad because Carlton was a favorite of mine. Idk if I’m the only one with this opinion (lmao btw im not talking about his complexion)
Some people say "you need to move on and enjoy this its different and original you sack of crap" and its like even with zero reference from the original.
Personally edgy, edge teen drama isn't fun to watch. Some people need to he likeable to invest people, I mean if you LOVE drama good for you but others aren't as psyched about it.
I feel the same way. The original Carlton and Hilary were my favorite characters. These reboot characters are just trying too hard and yet, are completely forgettable.
Btw, I thought you meant you hated how dark they made Carlton, as in skintone, and I almost lost my shit. Thank god I actually read the whole comment. 🤣🤣🤣
I just don’t think this should’ve been tied to fresh Prince, it’s hard disassociating reboots from the original especially for the original was so prominent
@@lunargames5246 I agree with this. I'm not into super serious shows but like with a show like Breaking Bad, I fell in love with Jesse Pinkman and he was kind of the relief you need from all the seriousness. I can't do all that super deep dark stuff.
When you said darker character I thought of his skin complexion💀
I don’t really consider it a reboot, more like a reimagined show. I actually like the back stories and it being serious and not just jokes. If you go into it comparing it to the original sitcom, this is the conclusion you’ll end up with.
This was more all american than fresh prince
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Yeah exactly his opinion is dumb because it’s not based on reality. Will smith is still in the production so this is actually HIS vision.
"I don't like it because it's not exactly what I expected it to be."
So much more realistic. Only thing that bothers me is uncle Phil is corrupt instead of being a successful black man
Yeah Will was real supportive of this one, emerged from a fan made trailer made a while back, looked pretty decent but the protagonist cast of the old trailer seemed like a neater fit
@NickyAm that's what he said
yeah i saw that trailer.
Tell me please where i can find that fan made trailer
@@strawberrytea8289 Yeah, me too
Will is also supportive of his wife sleeping around on him with guys that arent even old enough to drink alcohol
.. so what's your point?
Honestly, the show would, have been a heck of a lot better if they didn't brand it as a Fresh Prince reboot. Like the concepts and ideas are really good for a drama, but connecting it to the OG show ruined it because the audience compares the reboot to the OG. As a stand-alone show it would have been great!
I was jus thinking this the other day, I really like the show but I feel like it would have been more popular if it wasn't connected to the original Fresh Prince and it was just its own thing
I feel the issue is that they half assed the connection to the original show, so it’s a lose lose situation. If they marketed it as a fresh prince property, people could criticise it for not having that fresh prince feel, but if they didn’t market it as a fresh prince show, people would say it’s ripping off the fresh prince of bel air.
i dont think branding is the issue. yes we'll automatically get compared but knowing it's a drama expect them to be different. biggest problem is Will's character still feels like a sitcom character but in a drama series. the plot is great but they overdo it with dialogue. forced Philly slang and weakass black culture references. at first i thought black dont act like that but really no one acts the way Will does.
@@BrandNameLess exactly, also what was up with his lack of awareness? I mean even the most tone deaf person would realise how to act in that situation (talking about the meeting uncle Phil’s friends scene).
@@BrandNameLess I feel it has to be both the branding and trying to tie in the old Will's character into it. Neither really make any sense for what this show is trying to be.
"You didn't tell me your family is white" got a chuckle out of me.
Facts, the way he said it caught me so off guard
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Well, Carlton, tho....
Frfr. Took me out for a sec lol💀😂
Carlton: *doing the Shmoney dance*
Alex: What’s up with Carlton doing this weird sensual interpretive dance?
Bruh uncultured , that’s all
I had to scroll way to far to find someone pointing this out bruh 💀
It’s the Uncultured judging the culture as usual
Honestly I really don't expect someone who is.... Let's say not familiar with our culture to understand
@@d4v1do 100% agree but if he’s gonna make a video like this he should’ve done his research first
“Does the world really need more Coco Jones? YES ABSOLUTELY”
Literally the only right answer.. EVER.
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She's beautiful
Exactly I’m so mad she has to come back to this sorry ass show 😹
@@dancarli8639 maybe Jordan peele can cast her in a movie in the future
She's so fine and funny as hell 😍
And she can SANGGG!!!
Man, Alex need to start his singing career. The way he said “African American friend” was 👌 beautiful
where?
I saw this when it had 5 likes
@@palmtrees2244 watch the video and you'll know
@@CiphersVII no shit
@@palmtrees2244 @6:48
Why does every reboot of a beloved show have to be **dark and edgy** ??? Are we not allowed to have deep themes and laugh at the same time?
Edit: For clarification, I don't actually dislike this version of the show. In fact, of all the recent reboots, it's the one I actually want to watch. I'm just noticing that it still fits into the trend.
Agreed! And this show is following the recent trend where everything is literally dark. Like every seen is so dark you can barely see what's going on. Sabrina was the same way. I miss fun comedies and being able to actually see the characters.
Bruh watch the show it’s not all edgy and moody it’s funny while tackling serious issues in todays society so don’t assume but I think it’s pretty good.
It’s so crazy! Like even kids cartoons can maintain their lighthearted or funny demeanour while still showing mature and dark themes. It’s all about balance
Post 2020, no one’s allowed to laugh anymore.
If you think about it what gets more awards, drama or comedy? Also comedy is on a decline. You get three seasons if your lucky. But with drama it can go on for years.
The weirdest thing for me about this show is the drama that's inserted by Will IMMEDIATELY trying to get with Carltons ex. Just feels so weird that Will has absolutely zero chill about that fact.
she aint even hot! this is LA
Lisa's the only one who's been nice to Will and after everything that's happened to him, he kind of needs a friend to vent to and stuff.
I agree he should just stay away from her, but Carlton is super creepy and I don't want Lisa to be left alone with him, since he's so guiiltripping manipulative towards her
In the original I wouldn’t of thought Will’s character would do that to his cousin. Because they kinda became friends. But yeah, it’s a weird way to start a show; and punching out your cousin; he’s not forgetting that any time soon!
@@jessieb7290 he did in the original show though. Remember the episode where he and Carlton had the flu? It was revealed that not only was he dating Carlton's ex, but that he was also partially responsible for her breaking up with Carlton in the first place.
It just was an entanglement
What made the original show so special, was the dynamic between Carlton and Will. They didn't always see eye to eye on many things. Carlton was stuck-up, he did think he was better than Will, and conversely, Will thought he was better than Carlton. Neither of them knew how to meet in the middle at first. As the show goes on, they do become very close and defensive of each other. In this "reboot", Will and Carlton are fighting over a woman. There's no opportunity for character development or life lessons here. It's all about hating each other for childish, petty reasons.
Yep originally the divide between them was "cool guy" vs "nerd/geek". This one looks like it's two a-holes fighting over who gets the girl
Also the lacrosse scene is straight up weird since you have carlton who was very proud of his smarts acting like a generic jock.
This literally happens in episode 4, have you even watched the show?
They're literally developing in the way you said they couldn't. Try watching the show before spewing shit you don't know anything about
@@jamir5477 can only see them becoming closer from there. Probably during the season finale, but I'm not entirely sure cause I doubt Carlton's not still hurt about game night.
Lol I feel like ppl are remembering what they want about Carlton.
Season 1 Carlton *consistently* looked down his nose at Will. He changed and they grew closer by the end but C was always willing to throw Will under the bus to get ahead at first.
Also I'm p sure Carlton played Lacrosse and Tennis in the OG. He wasnt just about books.
I'm just glad they didn't stop Jazz from being the best character, no matter what series he's in.
As all *[AFRICAN AMERICAN FRIENDS]* do.
Jazz is my least favourite character on the main show. Why do people like him so much he was awful
@@keziahaikpo1218 The gag where Uncle Phil throws him out is pretty funny.
@@keziahaikpo1218 in the reboot though he's amazing. We need more Jazz
@@kio4896 exactly. That's like the best part of him on the show! He was always creating mischief and messing things up for everyone and did more harm than good
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"and then Jeffry's gonna have a teacup on his head because he's British"
Yes, Alex, that is indeed how British people work
DUh
You know, I heard pretty instead of British and now that makes more sense lmao
It is and we also enjoy tea and crumpets
@@BruceLeroyUK no we dont
@@Opbabyyx yes we do ma’am
4:03 His flight leaves in *45 minutes* and he's not even at the airport yet?! In a major hub like Philly? He won't even make it through security in time! (What happened to being at the airport 2 hours beforehand...?!)
In this economy?!
Not even fresh prince was safe from getting edgy teen revival.😔
I suggest u research the story behind it it all started with a fan made trailer on UA-cam that a fan of the show made and Will liked it and made it a possibility because it’s a great idea and the show is pretty good
It even edgy lol it’s good
The story in the song is not a light-hearted story. A teenager got into a fight with some local gangsters that got so serious that he has to leave to the whole other side of the country with his rich cousins. It's very easy to make that story a drama
@@yo-sefakimbey7009 lol they couldn't even get that right
@@lawstshane Honestly that makes me kinda want to check it out, as I like will smith being a the helm of it. But... eh, I don't know i'm not really into dramas and the trailer looked pretty good but didn't really get me fired up for it. I hope it's good though.
I'm so sick of the Riverdalization of tv shows. Doing a show "dark" doesn't make it good
Riverdalizzation XD
Bro it aint dark its just more realistic shi like what happens in the show happens in the real world
Blame The Dark Night. That movie started it all, and now everything, absolutely everything, has to have A Gritty Reboot.
@@laras678 this, i like the dark knight but it really did kick off this whole bullshit idea of something needing to be dark in order to be serious.
But this re imaging IS good unlike riverdale
My “African American Friend” 😂😂😂😂 just the way you said it had me rollin’ 😂😂😂
@Prestin Hurshberry I saw you see this in another comment section. Just stop you’re not correct that i just their skin color.
I played it like 3x🤣🤣🤣🤣
@Prestin Hurshberry wow really
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You know when to be prepared for the worst when a lighthearted sitcom gets rebooted into a serious drama
@Nonaya Bidness you like the pro black anti white narrative huh
@Nang Lei black American dramas aren’t political. They just show the real life experiences of a lot of black peoples in America.
@@kylehowe6761 huh? Anti white? Not a thing
@@kylehowe6761 🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄
@TheDarkZone And you know Kyle is an "actual black person" because you're best buddies irl, or what? Because he sounds to me like another of a million young white men in this country who think that white men are the most mistreated, discriminated against group around, and see everything that doesn't have an all-white cast and show the white male protagonist as an amazing human being as "anti-white narrative".
And if he is black, then what's he worrying about so much how white people are portrayed in one show on Peacock? If they're portrayed badly in this one show, well, there are about a million pieces of media where black people are portrayed badly to balance it out. It seems like he'd know that.
Alex meyers and his kids bop moment made me cackle so hard as a African American 😭😂❤️
Edit : 😂😂some of y’all clearly didn’t catch the joke Alex Meyers made to a group of people who are clearly not white.
Pop quiz : what groups of individuals don’t like white people saying the n-word. he literally said “African Americans” in song to be respectful. Maybe I should’ve put citations for white people.
Answer : it was the Cherokees duh 😂
white people are so focused on race even in a comedic video they are still inherently racist. “ your black ! I know your black! Tell me right now you n-word ” the comments 😭😂
Yes people I am black and proud and also a troll : one girl literally gave me a history lesson in the yt comments lmao, oh y’all serious 😭😂 maybe I should troll more often people are so easy to upset. Why does it even matter my race to y’all, black or African American, when the joke wasn’t even for y’all. 😭 stop making everything about y’all pls and thank you.
Sincerely signed : a true African American at heart 😤
Samee lol “African American fool” 😂
Me too, as an African not American friend
@Prestin Hurshberry or you know they can be African. Just a thought 🤷🏾♂️
@Prestin Hurshberry African, as they stated .
@Prestin Hurshberry how u gonna tell someone what they are? Are u the identity police? 💀
You may not be the audience for a show like this. It’s beautiful, dramatic and a brilliant black story reimagined. Which is the point. It’s okay if you don’t get it but the series is Amazing.
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Agreed!!!
& I guarantee he didn’t even watch the OG fresh prince growing up
Kills me seeing people who the show clearly isn’t meant for critiquing it
@@wawfleu with that logic you can’t criticize any show or movie with white people as the lead
I feel like the actor playing Will Smiths part really nailed it.
I think the actors do good with what they have to work with but I don't like Carlton at all. He's like the opposite of what make him so loveable before.
Will was alot cooler and girls liking Will Smith made more sense.
@@googleisevil8958 I completely agree but at the same time, it’s a modernized show. So sadly, ppl like Carlton are gonna be in it
@@momo-mu7jp exactly. Even douche bags need representation
Eh I dislike the new Will in total. Buddy a lame, no player in the nigga at all
Not everything needs a reboot 😭😭
will himself literally wanted his show rebooted
@@reinemfz2961 And?
@@reinemfz2961 doesn’t mean he was right… and also he didn’t create/write the original show he just starred in it
@@reinemfz2961 true & it being based off a fan made trailer. Everyone including me wanted it to be a series
@@littlesparrow303 Just because everyone wanted it that doesn't mean it should be.
People don't know what they want. People don't know good TV.
Besides, even if it was a good concept that doesn't mean people won't screw it up, like they did with this train wreck of an episode
None of your arguments justify this show being made.
This “mature” dramatic version of Bel-Air feels more childish that the family friendly original. It’s trying way too hard to be more realistic than the sitcom that it’s laughable in all the wrong ways
100% Will's character is easily the worst part of the show, instead charasmatic he comes off super rehearsed and fake.
Honestly it has pretty big: "Teenager complaining about he's a big boy now and has to be taken seriously, mom, stop treating me like a baby I'm 'dark' and 'deep' and 'important' now!" vibes.
@@maxcloud753 EXACTLY!! Cue that GIF where the little kid flexes his no muscles as he exclaims “I’M GROWN” before walking off to have his diaper changed!!
its trying way too hard
@@aztn19 Actually, it doesn't seem childish at all. Almost all dramas have something like this. However, I do respect your opinion.
I feel like a lot of you in the comments are missing that the show is inspired (and I think actually co produced) by someone who made a "fake trailer" of the fresh prince in a more realistic tone. Will Smith got wind of it and loved the idea. Now a few years later Bel air is a reality. I haven't seen much of the new show yet but I know it's expanding the fresh prince universe not remaking the original shot for shot. I'll enjoy the new more realistic tone of it and if it becomes to much to enjoy I'll watch the classics
Exactly
@Kota I don't think that guy has a hand in this one or anything from he's original idea, that was really nice and it was the same show just from a different perspective, this show is a whole different story all together
Yeah but it takes away what was so beloved about it. Like carlton being this stereotypical rich kid who Is an asshole. The original carlton was was more multifaceted. He could be a jerk but also funny, charming, smart, funny, or dumb. The original show handled deep subjects with more grace. The new one just was so overdramatic.
yeah and thats great for people who want that but im more of a fan of comedy and iv already seen two of my childhood shows get turned into drama fest and if this follows the same trend eventual murder plots and out of nowhere plot twists which again great for fans of that but im not iwatched pretty little liars and that gave me my fill of that style of show.
so if people like this great hope the show does well.
honestly i should just get my hands on the old shows on amazon now that i think about it....well laters.
As a black person, nothing about Bel-Air felt like a "fish out of water/culture shock" type of premise. It really is just every other drama as you listed. Only real difference is the all black cast.
Yeah I agree with you. I always hate when they call things for example "black movies" or "black tv shows". Like just call it movies and tv shows. I'm white and I would be so annoyed if they labeled all white cast movies as "white movies"
@@robdog4062 agreed
@@robdog4062 Well since the media is so whitewashed and a lot of mainstream movies or shows have predominantly white casts, us black ppl hold it close to our heart and keep it sacred when there’s a show or movie with a predominant black cast. Black Panther was a cultural phenomenon for us and we’ll always label it as the “black superhero movie.” That’s just how it is, no need to get worked up about it.
@@robdog4062 but that would be most movies????
@@jayngb I think he’s trying to say that ultimately we should be at a point where it shouldn’t matter. I think. I’m not him so I can’t speak for him though
Alex: Says he can’t play the song
Also Alex: Proceeds to let the scene play out where Will says it anyway
I'm pretty sure it's more of a copyright thing than an n word thing
I was show shocked that it wasn't censored out. I'm not offended, just surprised more than anything
@@francisjohnston8014 does Alex ever censor swear words though?
@@ConnorVide he does. Usually when someone says 'fuck' he censors it with the word 'firetruck'
@@daniellem.865 time stamp
9:54 I'm glad you didn't say "the world doesn't need more coco jones" cuz i was prepared to throw hands
Everytime I think about Uncle Phil, I get sad. It feels weird seeing Will being the new one & him not being "cool" in the new Bel-Air reboot.
@☁️ Cloud ☁️ Haven’t seen it yet and I’d rather keep it that way.
It’s more Realistic. A Black young Man get Pulled out AND dropped into a Basically ALL WHITE school and environment. There’s bound to have some Concerns for him and his family . The lesser evil for his situation but…It’s a very cultural and social differences and issues that come from both & that’s what Fresh prince and Bel-air are about .
How is will not cool in the new one 😑
RIP James Avery
@Onlycause YouAsked I Don’t Even Know What the OC is. But Okay? I guess lol
This whole thing just enforcers the idea on what a amazing show the original one was. It was a perfect mix of humor, serious things and family. While this just feels like a modern try hard show that's also socially relevant.
Other then the characters names and backstory, this is NOT the fresh prince think of it outside of the Fresh Prince shadow and as an individual show. the acting and storyline is really good and the show is overall very entertaining by itself. plus Will Smith said it himself he wished The Fresh Prince was more serious so they could take more seriously topics. So this is that
@@FullOfJoy_ yea I really like this show
Same
Okay. The reason why the classic, god I can’t believe I have to say that now, Fresh Prince of Bel Air is so classic because it was fun! It did have serious moments and drama. But it was well written and powerful. This reboot completely misses the point in what made the original a classic. This isn’t me whining about can’t stand reboots ruining my childhood. This is me saying do try to fix something that wasn’t broken in the first place.
I think you are the one that misses the point, this is a Re imagining. If you really think about Will's origin was kinda dark to begin with. Most parents aren't going to send their children to the other side of the country to move in with relatives that they aren't really close with over a schoolyard fight. The fact Will's life was in extreme danger makes the move to California make sense. I also love some of the character changes especially Hillary, I hated Hillary in the original show her stuck up vapid valley girl shtick wore thin real fast. I'm liking what I'm seeing so far and looking forward to what happens next.
@@blumax961 I think you don't understand that it didn't need to be made in the first place.
This show couldn't stand up on its own, so they had to use the nostalgia of the original / the piss poor argument of "It's just a re imagining".
It being "A decent show that I like","Fan made", "a re imagining", "Being endorsed by Will Smith", "The fans wanting it", or any other piss poor justification you use to argue this show doesn't justify its existence.
It sucks, no ifs ands or buts.
You can like it, but that doesn't make this sucky show any good.
Agreed. I'm seeing a lot of people say to forget about the original or don't focus on it and just pay attention to the reboot in order to appreciate. I feel if that's needed to enjoy a reboot then it's doing something wrong. A reboot should have a creative way to send a love letter to the original while offering something new. But it should encourage people to appreciate the original and want them to watch it and see how well the two play off each other. In the good reboots I've seen that's what I've noticed.
@@blumax961 pplz like u are entertained by any new trash put on tv apparently all they have to do is cater to your narratives
@@switchgear100 sure! And I've watched some reminaginings that are really good and don't change the characters like they did Carlton. I still consider those reboots tho cuz both labels seem to be used by the creators.
I think this was made prematurely lol the show is actually really good and if you followed the original show you'll see all the Easter eggs from the fresh prince of Belair
I feel like The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air is such a product of it's time that it can't be remade
It's like trying to reboot Married... With Children.
The cast, Will Smith in particular, is what made the show the show it was. There is no duplicating that.
smh people are so picky if they made the show exactly how the original was then people would still say it’s ass and it’s not hitting the same and when u tryi to switch it up a little people like why is it so dark and edgy why is the characters different. Smh humans...
@@sepplug3929 honestly. Just because something is more serious doesn’t mean it’s edgy and moody. After seeing up to episode five there is nothing I would really call edgy in the show. It just takes a more serious tone and tackles real issues all while having some light hearted and funny moments
@@Coco-ei9cs literally was going off of shit people was saying in the comments…..
Bel air is actually a good show. As an African American it’s a breathe of fresh air. The show gets deeper after the pilot. I think black people have a lot of toxicity in our families. Seeing the healthy relationships on this show and how they deal with conflicts is amazing.
Forrell, people want it to be how it was but they’re talking about what’s now, and i mess with it
Exactly
It's trash. Pushing homosexuality and drug use
everyone has toxicity in their families
Damn i might have to watch after reading this comment
Alex got me crying when he said " African American friend" LMAOOOOO 😭😭😭😭💀
I actually love Bel Air, as a person who was a fan of the original show I like all the upgrades....The original show was on network TV 📺 so it couldn't push the envelope to the edge of the table.
The show isn't mediocre because it's a reimagining. It's actually well-cast and makes decent adjustments. It's simply bad at dramatization. Like it'll set up a conflict only to take the shortest path of least resistance to resolve it (often offscreen). Or, it's petty bullshit inflated to melodrama.
For example, this Hilary is antithetical to the OG besides being drop dead gorgeous. Yet, the Banks parents treat her like, "Whatever are we going to do with this charming, driven, social media savvy and demonstrably talented burden?" Y'all rich! Give her a loan for a starter restaurant or something! Have her network by catering Phil's campaign! But nah, better to repeat the same "Why don't you believe in me?" convo 12 times....
I feel like they don't actually let them resolve the issues all the way, like them not knowing if Trey was going to make it and then he was just shot in the shoulder. Plus the camera angles are horrible. It takes away from the show.
Hilary literally didn't want her parents to be the reason for her success. That's why she didn't like her mom setting up opportunities for her. She wanted to make her own success
@@habeebuadenuga1070 Wasn't that the plot of the OG episode where Will got that pirate waiter job? Which ended with Uncle Phil explicitly telling Will he was being stupid and stubborn because everyone (including him) receives help to succeed...
It's an asinine reason to watch someone struggle (spurning their advantages) and a weak basis for drama. Moreso stretched out over an entire season. Living in her parent's pool house for the past year doesn't count as privilege but Viv networking for her does?
@junior alimansi most problems
I mean if you were paying attention that’s exactly what she doesn’t want. She wants to be successful on her own. Plus it realistic for it to keep coming up since that’s how parents are. They get on your ass until you do it. Honestly Hillary probably should get help from her parents but i understand why she doesn’t want it.
4:30 Ok, ngl, thats a pretty good joke
Am I the only one who giggled when alex said African-American friend😭
it’s just the way he said it mann💀💀
7:24 Lol that's the bobby shmurda dance which was popular with this song
It isn’t exactly a reboot in my eyes to be honest, if it was a reboot I think it would have been in the same genre but it’s not, fresh prince is a sitcom meanwhile I feel like bel air is a drama type series. Plus it’s about why will really got sent to bel air. Plus I feel like if it was a reboot I think the characters should have similar personalities but no, Hilary went from being a spoiled snob to being a determined queen who will work hard for what she wants, Carlton went from being the smart, nerdy type to being popular, a drug addict and to be honest a straight asshole. I don’t get the feel of Ashley, aunt Viv, uncle phil or anyone in the show yet other than those too. To me will kinda has the same personality but only a little bit to me. But I actually really like this show so far. Cant wait to see where it leads too.
Fanfic vibes
Alt reality fanfic vibes
Same
Same honestly the show isn’t anywhere close to being as bad as some ppl would have you Believe and I like how they are touching on some less discussed issues in the black community like how corporations don’t see black ppl as their target market and why black ppl aren’t quick to trust politicians. I am excited to see where it goes tbh
exactly, the show takes a completely different turn than just being a reboot. it really goes in depth with the characters traits asides from comedy and really and tells interesting black stories, i don’t see the point of this video
I think everyone is way too caught up in expecting the fresh prince. That’s not what it’s supposed to be. What would be the point of simply remaking what we already know? It’s supposed to be different lol. Just enjoy it for what it is
I saw this comment and I relate to it because of what I read from the title, it's not a reboot, it's a remake. The two are dramatically different. I reboot is starting from what something was built off of and having everything that was established prior cemented into the reboot. A remake is taking something and using the source material to built something and develop it differently, like an alternate timeline.
@@lTheOfficialJesusChristChannel Actually the first thing you said is actually a revival, not a reboot. A reboot also can be set in a alternative timeline, a reboot is not canon to what was prior and is basically a reset, a revival is a continuation of prior events set in the same universe.
i agree i enjoy the show
If you call it the fresh prince and all the characters are the same name then give us what we expect otherwise you're just using a property we already love to get us to watch your shit
@@kelvinb16 they made it clear that it wouldn't be the same thing, it's not their fault if you can't see that
Honestly after watching this review, it made me hesitant to give the show a try. I delayed it off for a bit before being bored enough to getting around to it and I’m happy I did. I really enjoyed it and was actually surprised too. You can’t go into it thinking about the original because it’s a twist on a classic and my opinion, done well
A white man reviewing a black show about modern black struggles not gonna fully get it.
That’s like me reviewing house of cards and critiquing it lol
I think what bothers me about this series is that it almost exists as if to imply that the comedic elements in the original Fresh Prince aren't as deserving of merit and value, and that in spite of its key dramatic points, it's never going to be as "deep" as whatever this reboot is trying to be. And that's totally not true. The real nuance of comedy, especially in a show like Fresh Prince, was to capture that balance of using humor to shed light to the darker aspects of the story - Will feeling abandoned by his father, not fitting in with society, and becoming more self-aware of the social and racial pressures at play. The comedy in that series IS what made those dramatic elements shine because they hit you right where you needed it to get the message.
Maybe it is true that some people will stereotype a comedy show for never going as deep as a dramatic one, but this reboot is a good example of why this doesn't work. A lot of reboots have been doing this lately as if they're ashamed of their original source rather than honoring them. The drama here is too well-constructed and overly polished because they've tried to fill and connect all those holes from the original. It almost reads like fanfiction to me, like when someone's spent a lot of time trying so hard to refine it that they've forgotten the essence of what made the original good and capable of sharing a relevant story when it did.
That being said - I really wish more shows could feel comfortable about telling a completely new story. There's elements here that could make a compelling story if they'd focused on telling an original one instead to avoid comparing it to its source material.
The main reason for that is when that dramatic version of fresh prince was still a small piece of fan work got popular they werent thinking about making points or anything but just thought "hey we can use this to create some 'brand new' show with an old shows name to back it up" and that was pretty much it. From the trailer and this video whenever I see conflic (particularly Carlton scenes) I cant take it seriously, not even because "oh its Cartlon he shouldnt be serious" but because nothing feels like real drama. It does not help that Wills character was kept the same so he is a 90s clownish character in a 2020s dramatic world (it feels hard to believe he was well liked in his town and people didnt think he was fake or just an idiot that no one shuts up). If the company took the concept then made it its own show with new characters and differently named characters it would do ok first season, maybe get a second season, then probably drop it before a 3rd. So being an original show would help sure but even alone I doubt it would go far
And the thing is, life is funny. Lots of drama shows on TV get that wrong. Life isn't just going from one serious moment to the next. People laugh. People do silly things. If there wasn't funny, then serious wouldn't be so serious. Like if there weren't lows in our lives, we wouldn't appreciate the highs. Just because the original was a comedy doesn't mean it couldn't feel "real".
@@laras678 so true
Man rote a whole paragraph
I think what bothers me about this series is that it almost exists as if to imply that the comedic elements in the original Fresh Prince aren't as deserving of merit and value, and that in spite of its key dramatic points, it's never going to be as "deep" as whatever this reboot is trying to be. And that's totally not true. The real nuance of comedy, especially in a show like Fresh Prince, was to capture that balance of using humor to shed light to the darker aspects of the story - Will feeling abandoned by his father, not fitting in with society, and becoming more self-aware of the social and racial pressures at play. The comedy in that series IS what made those dramatic elements shine because they hit you right where you needed it to get the message.
Maybe it is true that some people will stereotype a comedy show for never going as deep as a dramatic one, but this reboot is a good example of why this doesn't work. A lot of reboots have been doing this lately as if they're ashamed of their original source rather than honoring them. The drama here is too well-constructed and overly polished because they've tried to fill and connect all those holes from the original. It almost reads like fanfiction to me, like when someone's spent a lot of time trying so hard to refine it that they've forgotten the essence of what made the original good and capable of sharing a relevant story when it did.
That being said - I really wish more shows could feel comfortable about telling a completely new story. There's elements here that could make a compelling story if they'd focused on telling an original one instead to avoid comparing it to its source material.
They needa stop doing reboots and get creative 🤦🏽♂️
fax straight up
Can we get some black fantasy shows or movies? Pleeeeeeaaaase? 😒 like Lotr or Shadow and Bones? We never get that we just get these kind of shows! 😫
@@starofdabloc this show is basically a all American without the football dreams
@@dreskieville whhhy! 🥲😭
They turned my boy carlton into a drugy 😭😭😭
Thats what they want you to be
Out of all the recent reboots, I actually enjoyed this one the most. While it's tricky to pull off the transition from sitcom to straight drama, I'd say that this one does it well, while staying true to the spirit of the original.
Agreed
I'll have to check this out.
"Staying true to the original" That is not what everyone else is describing. Lol
@@PickyVickyVindictive staying true to the SPIRIT of the original is what was said. Which the show does.
@@PickyVickyVindictive look at the comments, people who have actually watched the show thinks it’s actually pretty decent.
I agree the the OG fresh prince was funny and fresh with good ideas, but making it into a drama it just makes it feel i dont know less intresting.
Watch it
@@lawstshane No
Watch it to find out some of the changes they make are very interesting
if they would’ve made it the exact same y’all would still be complaining
@@aki9059 no one asked for this to be a re boot
I actually think this show isn’t that bad 😂you just can’t expect the fresh prince you’re used to because that’s not what the show is aiming for
So they should just change the name and stop clickbaiting people with nostalgia.
@@lecyber-purgatoire9803 not just the name. Why not change the characters too and not make it related to Fresh Prince of Bel Air. It could have been it's original show and people would still see it since will smith is the producer and he did a lot of promotion
Will Smith should have renamed the show when he encouraged their project.
He didn't need to reboot the Fresh Prince show. It was perfect already. He didn't need to add on to it.
@@daoyang223 I mean, it's just called bel air... that is a rename
@@rogeliofelix13 Wait, are the characters not sharing the same names as the ones from the original fresh prince?
This shit aged badly the show is fire 🔥
10:21 “but if you’re looking for something more fresh *wHEEze*” 😂
This gave me massive nostalgia for the old Bel-Air when I would watch it late at night on Nickelodeon when I was little. I absolutely loved it. Thanks for the nostalgia trip and another great video. :)
This show sucked wtf did u watch
@@kylehowe6761 she literally said the original fresh prince show on nickelodeon you must be sped
This show is nothing like the original
I feel like people will try to tear the show down as much as possibly but won’t succeed because it’s genuinely a good show 🤷🏽♂️
Exactly
nothing new...been there and done...people only like it cause its"Black"....and get offended when criticized or compared to the original show...
@@MaxxiTony people only liking it because it’s black and what are you?
@@MaxxiTony nah… people like it cause it’s fresh prince 😂😂🔥🔥🔥
I wish they had renamed the “Will Smith” character… Will was named that because, well, that’s who played the character… it could have even been like a legacy where Carlton helped out another member of the family because of how much it meant for him when his dad did it for Will.
Have “Uncle Carlton” instead of “Uncle Phil” taking in his nephew Jabari Banks, and hijinks ensue.
I mean, having just read Will’s book, he actually couldn’t swim until recently , so I think that’s a nice touch
And you don't think it being a stereotype is a problem?
@@melodyclark1944 not what I’m saying. I’m saying it’s a trait of the real will Smith that they gave to the fictional Will Smith
@@melodyclark1944 calm thine tits, if it makes you feel any better, he got saved by the girl who's training for the Olympics or some shit.
In the original almost all the people in Bel-Air actually liked him, Carlton was the one that people didn't really like because he was an awkward try hard. They just removed the best traits of the characters. Our entertainment is just turning to bad misery porn with the whole dark and edgy like marvel in the 90s.
They are growing that overtime.
In the first episode no one liked him in the 4th episode he helped the basketball team win. A lot of these aspects you like about the show are going to be there.
@@mcjcave18 what made the show was Will's natural charisma which made him be liked by all groups. Not many people could be mad at him due to the fact he was a ball of energy and positivity. They also took away the sassy butler which kept top tier lines in his pocket. All the characters had personalities that played on eachother and made a lot of interesting interaction. I think this show is just another miserable teen drama that sucks the fun out of everything. I also just think those actors in the original made the show what it was.
@@cluelessworld
How many episodes have you seen?
Carlton eventually did
@@cluelessworld Literally all of that is still in the show.
Gotta love a guy who has learned everything he knows about the hood from TV comment on this show.
Do you even hear yourself? A guy who watches TV shows, commenting on....a TV show. Also, Will Smith doesn't know anything about the hood either. And the show was literally about the opposite anyway.
I saw this idea floating around on the internet years ago, of Jaden becoming the next Fresh Prince, growing up sheltered in Bel Air, and moving to Philly to learn independence. Granted, this was just a random idea on the internet, so of course a random producer couldn't credit it properly, but man,, if we had to have ANYTHING tied to the original property, I'd love for it to be that. Though realistically, Jaden is already a very independent entity, and I have no idea if he'd ever actually do something THAT grounded.
Honestly think that would have worked better... buuuuuut Jaden isn't exactly the actor his father was... remember the anime he stared in?
I’m not a big fan of all the reboots but I really like Bel Air. It feels like a brand new show despite it being a reboot. I also wanna say that I didn’t really watch fresh prince back when it was on air (I was a child that cared about Disney channel, Nick and nothing else lol) however I did watch every single episode on UA-cam back in like 2007 or something so I became a fan then. This was probably the only reboot I actually was excited for because it’s based on a reimagined trailer a fan made a few years back that fresh prince fans actually liked and wanted more of. The series is worth a watch in my opinion. The updated version is kind of refreshing to see and unlike these other reboots, people actually wanted this one lol
You honestly spoke out the same exact way I felt, it's cool to see it in a new serious perspective.
They're very quick and easy to shit on anything that makes them upset because it's a reboot, regardless of it being bad or good.
Glad I’m not the only one cause I personally think it’s great
I REALLY didnt like it. The casting, the writing, the acting, the timing, the plot. The cinematography was okay.
When they sat down and planned the show, I wondered who they thought the show would be for? Millenials, gen x, or baby boomers (bc those are all the generations that watched and loved the show)? ...while watching it I figured that the show writers decided it had to be for an even younger generation, one that wouldn't make too many connections to the past show.
What I wish is that we were just given a brand new show from the mind of Will Smith that didn't need to be stuck in the confines of the Fresh Prince world. What is so wrong with writing brand-new shows?
I actually saw the original series when it was on air and I can agree the new series is great. This ain't the 90s so the silliness prolly wouldn't translate well these days I look forward to the rest of this new series.
I love it I don’t know why everybody haten
Ik it’s an unpopular opinion but I acc really like the show. Is It more serious and dramatic than the original light hearted comedy sitcom? Yes. But I kinda liked the change in tone, it definitely adds a twist especially with it being so modern. I tend to not like shows nowadays because of how much they try to represent society these days idk it always manages to cringe me out but this show just has the perfect ratio in my eyes of not being too cringe to serious.
Same I found it really interesting how they portrayed the show differently.
I appreciate it as well.
I'm with you this show is well written, well acted, and directed.
Yeah I’m enjoying it
Dont think this opinion is unpopular. Seems most people who can get past the original and look at this with an open mind like the reboot
They're finding full blooded African and matching them with black Americans as their siblings and it looks off, because you can tell a black American from an African.
The only one who looked black American was Will, Ashley, Wills mother, and Vivian, the didn't fit the role.
6:40 I F*CKING LOST IT🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
6:16 okay that is pretty true that most lacrosse players are snobby and assholes but the other half of the players are pretty chill.
As a Philadelphian who Iives away from Philly, I tell EVERYONE I’m from Philly. It’s just what you do.
lol FR i enjoyed this video, but i do feel there was a bit of a disconnect with him understanding somethings. When you from philly (and black) you carry it with you, the show did a good job of representing that.
Also the whole "I'm not going to let my city and my boys down" is a sentiment that a lot of teenagers (especially guys) raised in impoverished areas have. So seeing Will and his friend being like that, reminded me a lot of people that I know in rl that have that mentality. Oh and the constant use of slang too.
@@darryljack6612 I agree, when Will made references it made sense because he provided context on how he speaks or in show. Not sure if the actor is actually from Philly but there is a way you walk and talk that carries the urban side of a Philadelphian. I’m from SW Philly and very much the same as Will but if you compare original birth than new generations (imported city dwellers) is vastly different. Philly isn’t like it was pre-2000s when both me and Will remembers and lived. We both were other places in the last 20 years eventho I came back for 15 of those years. It’s a different vibe, different city and sadly for me it’s not the same city I grew up in.
Alex: "somehow it's 2021"
Me still processing 2020: Understandable
It's good for what it is, a dramatic reboot of a comedy and it doesn't stray is away too far from the original while adding to it.
After watching the entire show, can definitely say that this video missed the mark heavy AF lol
I was a little worried when you mentioned how you weren't sure how to show variety in the characters but the clarification was very helpful! I'm a black artist that illustrates black people and when it comes to men there often isn't a lot of variety with hair trends
Sorry but that's simply not true when it comes to hair. You could draw men who are bald, have dreadlocks, buzz cuts, cornrows, twists, afros, hi-top fades and the list goes on. These styles are here to stay🧑🏿🦱
There are a lot of variety hair trends that can be used. A lot more than think.
I'll be honest, I haven't seen this so I don't know if it's good or not, but I feel like it's time for some new representation that isn't always about being brought up in a bad place
I like that idea. Like have a kid born as a hispanic or african american, and have them grow up kind of ignorant of the issues surrounding their race because they were born in a nice and safe area, then have them realize problems like slavery or racism or kids in bad situations throughout the show
I haven't watched a lot of Fresh Prince (the original), but I feel like that was Carlton. When he's put in jail (the cops think he and Will stole a car), he doesn't think it's racism at first.
@@blueiris574 Yeah, that's right. Really, I'd go so far as to say we don't need any new shows right now that have a person of color and just focus on the fact that the person is. Might be weird, but it makes me think of the CW superhero shows as well as the Marvel ones. You have The Flash and The Punisher and they just get to be awesome and fight crime as stars. When it came to Supergirl, Jessica Jones, Black Lightning, and Luke Cage, such a giant part of the shows (to me) seemed to be their gender or race. That's annoying. I don't need to be reminded of what I can clearly see. All that's really needed is a well-written character in a well-written plot. If they can't have an identity besides their appearance, that's a pretty weak character to me. Plus, it makes it seem like that's all you can do. "Black Lightning can't have a show just about stopping meta humans like Flash because he's of color and he's got to deal with gangs and racism like people of color do"😂 I'm not saying ignore the problems entirely, bit plenty of shows have already addressed them very obviously. I doubt anybody would be hurt if a show came around and just was great without having to rely on something like that
Imagine trying to turn one of the most iconic African American sitcoms of the 1990's into a dark, boring and unimaginative woke drama about street violence and discrimination without the charm or character that made the original so timeless to begin with.
Honestly? It being a Black dramatic teen show is enough for me, as someone who (like you, Alex) has watched the heaps of successful white-centered dramatic teen shows. There’s a reason the genre works. I’m on the “let (Black) people enjoy things” side of this.
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right don’t know what he tb
First of all that genre is trash and overplayed. Secondly, "let black people enjoy things", who said they couldn't? You think blacks need a trashy reboot of a classic to enjoy things?
@@thecensoredmuscle563 huh?
@@minnesotavaughn6930 which part was confusing?
If they made this an actually sitcom reboot it would not be good so I’m glad they changed the tone
My friend mentioned this show to me the other day and I asked if Will Smith was in it and she said no and I was like "What's the point?" XD She laughed and agreed.
because will is like 50 fucking years old why would he be playing the fresh prince ?
@@truBoxingfan It's more like he could be a father dealing with his children and the relationships from that.
@@kaylaroo710 that would be stupid .. it’s a reimagining NOT a continuation..
@@truBoxingfan actually a continuation isn't so bad
@@truBoxingfan How would it be stupid?
3:45 ain't no way this dude edited a banana in there 😂I'm dead
Whatchu trying say bro
That's looks kinda crazy son
Out of pocket
I haven’t heard that there would be a reboot. Your channel teaches me new things everyday
You need to watch ot
It's on episode 4 already
I wish i didn't learn there is 1
I didn’t even know this show existed until I saw my parents watching it 3 days ago
How have you not?
8:03 Chad's a good option too in my opinion
I didn't grow up with Fresh Prince....but I've seen enough of it to know it broke down some barriers. It got serious when it delt with serious issues but kept things light and fun (as life is in reality) in the every day. Teaching lessons and bringing joy....this could be said of any original that's trying to be remade today.
I actually really love this show, and I'm glad it was already confirmed for a second season.
Can someone please make a ringtone for Alex say “harumph harumph” for iPhone because I die laughing every time he says that.
The show isn’t as bad as I thought it was gonna be I personally enjoyed watching it with my family each of us had our problems with it but was better than I all of our expectations and Geoffrey being a badass is the cherry on top
What I want to know is WHY a 24 year old is playing a 16 year old.
Child labor laws. It also makes filming more cohesive bc kids and teenagers grow and change quite quickly. Someone already in their 20s won’t physically change as much in a short amount of time
@@shannonceleste5557 nothing to do with child labour laws
And also there are limits to what you can ask underage actors to do
@@f33mz_ Except it literally has to do with child labor laws
That explains why Will is dominating on the high school basketball court. Lol
i haven’t seen it yet but i have a strong tendency to hate remakes like this as the original is so perfect why possibly ruin it with a bad spin-off?
It’s really good! You need to watch it asap
well will smith literally produced it so🤷🏽♀️
It’s remaagained by a dramma and originally a fan posted his vision of that on UA-cam through a short film trailer he filmed and Will saw it and liked it and they made it actualky happen it’s not like they just said let’s reboot be air this show came from love of the fans of the OG show
I seen it n well from 1-10 i give it a 5
Stop going to youtube to get opinion, watch it yourself, you'll like it. IF you watch something comparing it to something else you already lost.
Isn't it indicative of the times and society we now live in that a show like Fresh Prince has been remade and has had all the life, fun and purpose sucked out of it. Fresh was unique for the time because of the mixture of comedy in the story's scenario. It was inviting and anyone could jump in and get immerse in the show. It wasn't arrogant in it's messaging because they knew the comedy came first. The whole purpose of the concept was different and allowed everyone to laugh. That's the great thing about comedy. It can address difficult issues but still invite everyone to explore these problems through laughter and a lighter tone. It's been a staple of modern Hollywood to have no idea the purpose of what they're doing. They just try to ride trends they think are working and don't give them any deeper thought. The result is you get a ton of melowdramatic and gritty reboots that don't understand the appeal of the original property. The show seems run of the mill and ok but nothing like the original. It really seems like nobody can laugh and have fun anymore with reboots like these.
yall can keep crying the show is really good and unlike all the cruddy reboots we've been getting this one is an actual success
Facts
Period!!!
i agree
Ya'll Niggas straight up capping this shit is worse than black panther
Personally, the shows trash. But its nothing to cry over, just something to ignore. But if you want to like it just cause, then watch it. Don't let us trigger you.
Honestly I actually really enjoy it and personally I think it’s good, should have they linked it as a reboot to the original, probably not, but still a enjoyable show!
I like it too. I feel he is too harsh on it because once you start watching all of the episodes it’s gets really good and it hooked me.
Exactly!!!!!!!
It's a bit cringe though
I think it’s cause he’s white tbh . Maybe a cultural difference because I was lit in the mornings at school! Errrrday & in college !
Tbh you need to watch the entire show before judging it because things actually get more and more interesting
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I loved the Fresh Prince. This reboot looks like a drama and something I would not be interested in, so I'll skip this, but the original was just excellent.
It’s actually really good if your ever just bored one day I’d give it a chance and see if you like it!
@@kennyb1588 if you love pro black and anti white it’s perfect!!!!
I like this “reboot” (if we can call it that) because it changes the expectations of the show. They could’ve strictly copied the original, but to match the level of chemistry and creativity the OG Fresh Prince had would’ve been impossible. It would’ve came off as cringe and a worthless attempt.
This reimagining of the story tries to tell it from a different and more realistic perspective. They’re taking plot points from the original and making them into a full series instead of one off episodes. Is it as entertaining as the original? No. But it’s a new take on something, and it’s actually pretty good on its own. For me personally, this allows me to enjoy the original Fresh Prince, while I can watch Bel-Air as its own show.
@@switchgear100 This is what I wish people would do. However, if this wasn't Fresh Prince, how many people do you think would care?
I think being a reboot makes it harder to stand out because you'll always have fans of the original comparing these two. And personally, I think the 90s show hit harder than this.
@@googleisevil8958 Thats because the 90s show was something more original, comparing it to others sitcons from the times, than this. Like the video says, its not all that diferent from others current shows in the sort of themes they touch. So, while i dont think it was a bad idea to reuse the property and turn it into something more dramatic, they had a bad timing in bringing that idea into function. And they definitely picked a bad streaming service to launch it. Why they didnt go with Netflix?
Then don't use the name
@@ForrestFox626 facts
This is my exact opinion of the show! Everything you said is 💯!
It's the way that before I watch any show/movie I have to know Alex's opinion on it so I can know what I am getting myself into and if a show/movie is worth my time 🤣. Been a proud subscriber for 3 years and I love it here 💜
I mostly use Alex's services when I'm really curious about a movie but I'm too lazy to watch it, so this does it for me, especially sequels. 😂😂
Same. I hate spending hours on a show or movie for it to tuen out crappy. Love Alex's take and short versions rk see if it's worth my time
If there was an award for "UA-camr who is the most saver of time and brain cells" it goes to Alex.
@8:58 LMAO TOASTY!!!! PERFECT!
..the way Alex feels about this show is EXACTLY how I feel about Riverdale - just a show with the same character names and absolutely no real connection to the original comics or cartoons. I was so excited to watch Riverdale when I heard it was based on Archie and friends but BOOOOOY - O did I quickly become confused and then just outright disappointed.
also will smith literally produced this lol. he took what he already achieved with his version and decided not to copy it. making this a drama was perfect
Exactly
He tried to hate on it but I've heard nothing but great things about the show. I love it so far. I didnt even finish this guys video lol
@@kevinmiller990 Except he literally didn't say anything too negative about it
@@kevinmiller990 he didn’t even hate on it
@@kevinmiller990 he didnt
"Somehow it's 2021 pretty much everyone knows what a VPN is."
-Alex Meyers 2022
I went through a flood of comments completely ignoring this and thought i was going insane.
Bless you lol
The Fresh Prince was my favorite show when I was little... I don't really know what to make of this new one...