Ep 15. Color Him Father
- TVPG
- February 14, 2000
- 21 min
Moesha season 5 episode 15, titled "Color Him Father," follows the story of Moesha Mitchell as she struggles to come to terms with the return of her absentee father.
Throughout the series, Moesha has dealt with the absence of her father, Frank Mitchell. However, in this episode, Frank makes a surprise return to Moesha's life, leaving her confused and uncertain about how to feel.
Moesha's family, including her mother, stepfather, and younger brother, are all hesitant about Frank's sudden appearance and question his motives. Moesha, on the other hand, is torn between her desire to connect with her father and her fear of being hurt once again by his absence.
As the episode progresses, Moesha and Frank attempt to repair their relationship, but their conversations are fraught with tension and miscommunication. Moesha struggles to understand why Frank left her and her family and finds it difficult to forgive him for the pain he caused.
Meanwhile, Moesha's best friend Niecy is dealing with her own family crisis. Her mother is in a relationship with a man who Niecy dislikes, and she is struggling with her mother's apparent lack of concern for her feelings.
As the episode comes to a close, Moesha must come to a decision about her relationship with her father. Will she be able to forgive him for his past mistakes, or will she continue to push him away?
"Color Him Father" is a poignant episode that explores the complexities of family relationships and the impact of absentee parents on their children's lives. It is a reminder that forgiveness is a journey and that healing takes time.