Ep 1. Chapter I
- TV-MA
- August 2, 2019
- 29 min
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5.2 (284)
Dear White People season 3 episode 1, titled "Chapter I," picks up with the aftermath of the explosive events of the previous season. The students of Winchester University are still reeling from the brutal police raid on the campus, which left several students injured and sparked widespread outrage.
As the season begins, we see the various characters grappling with the trauma of what they've experienced. Sam (Logan Browning) is struggling to reconcile her activism with her personal life, while Lionel (DeRon Horton) is dealing with the fallout from his explosive coming out last season.
Meanwhile, Coco (Antoinette Robertson) is trying to navigate her newfound power as the face of a campus campaign to bring attention to racial injustice, while Troy (Brandon P. Bell) is grappling with the political fallout of his father's scandalous past.
Throughout the episode, we see the characters attempting to find a way forward in the face of the many challenges they're facing. As they work to bring attention to the injustices they've experienced, they also must cope with their own personal demons and struggles.
Overall, "Chapter I" is a powerful and timely episode that sets the stage for what promises to be an intense and thought-provoking season of Dear White People. With its well-drawn characters, incisive social commentary, and unflinching portrayal of the challenges facing young people today, this show is a must-watch for anyone who cares about the future of our society.