This show languishes in every negative stereotype of both Black & White people, lastly, and didn’t laugh once throughout the first episode. Mississippi has plenty of real challenges, and its fair share of things to laugh about, but this show failed to capture either. Instead, it tries to make light of a painful history and ongoing systemic issues, and unfortunately, it just doesn’t land.
The Storyline
She the People opens with bold racial tones that may feel jarring at first, but as the episodes unfold, it becomes clear that these elements are intentional, not just to spark conversation, but to shape a deeper character journey.
The show doesn’t shy away from uncomfortable truths, yet it uses those very truths to construct a powerful narrative arc. As the protagonist navigates the challenges placed before her, we see her evolving.
Is This A Good Show?
There is nothing comical or entertaining about this series. Went south after the first episode the whole season is her trying to talk to her boss, him saying no, making fun of her, making her do all the things he doesn’t want to do, and her being frustrated.
The daughter’s gymnastics subplot, in particular, is painful to watch, poorly executed, and almost comically bad. Unless you’re watching solely out of loyalty to a beloved actor, She the People is an unfortunate misfire.
The Best Part
What makes the show even more enjoyable is its pleasantly humorous tone. Just when the themes feel heaviest, well-timed wit and sharp dialogue provide relief.
It’s not just undercutting the message, but enriching it. It’s a balance not easily struck, but She the People handles it with charm and ease.
While the racial themes may polarize some viewers early on, they serve a greater narrative function, pushing the character from vulnerability to strength. The transformation is slow, but deliberate.
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The Characters
Seeing Terri aka Lavita, Jo Marie aka Harriet Winslow; and Kyle Parker back on the screen is nice, they are truly great. The security detail is fine and he’s good and it’s so cute seeing the husband and wife IRL on screen playing different roles. The kids’ characters could be better and are not believable at all.
The main character is so damn weak it took her the whole season. Terri J. Vaughn, the People are hoping to see her talents shine.
Should You Watch This?
This show was tough to sit through. We get that it’s supposed to be a comedy, but it just wasn’t funny. The characters and interactions were so exaggerated and out of touch that any humor fell flat. Terri Vaughn and her husband are career actors and yet it seems like they haven’t had a job as actors ever.
This topic has so much potential, but over-the-top silliness, racism, sexism, and inappropriateness of the characters makes this hard to stomach. Shamika and her boyfriend are especially annoying.
IMDb Rating – 4.2/10
Written by Nilesh Shiv