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5.0 out of 5 starsExcellent fun and very good laughs still after many years!
Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2004
I was extremely excited when I heard that the first season of In Living Color was coming on DVD and I was not disappointed! GRIN The comedy sketches are excellent and in my opinion are generally not that dated at all. (There are a few dated skits, like the one with Jesse Jackson as president in 2004; these are the exception to the rule, however.) The quality of the video is excellent and the entire first season is on 3 DVDs. Extra features include commentary by Tommy Davidson, cast member and "Looking Back In Living Color--The First Season." The packaging is excellent with great color photos and exact dates of initial airings.
I agree with the people who believe that In Living Color did dare to make fun of groups or tackle subject matter that other shows didn't. Three of my favorite routines in the first season were "Homeboy Shopping Network," "Men on "...," and the hilarious Homey D. Clown character!
I would recommend this 3 DVD set for In Living Color fans as well as people who like such shows as Mad TV. It's an extremely funny show that even offers very touching moments such as the little black girl who wants "Black World," a place where she hopes she can be free of racial prejudice. The cast is extremely talented and they worked hard to make a first rate show!