Coming from America

I'm loving the series so far minus some of the focus on Gerald (the comedian). I'm not feeling his schtick but I realize most people probably enjoy the constant "funny" stuff during the times his family his on screen.

I feel like I'm watching a Youtube video spliced together with various families and honestly, I love that. This journey that these families are on is tremendous and I'm so thankful that more stories like these have been coming to the forefront over the last decade for Black people. Africa is rich, diverse and definitely different than what we are used to here in the states so of course there will be growth and change to come. I'm hoping the show will dive into this growth as well as costs, community building, culture, food, feelings and much more.

I'm not sure show which show that 'mindlessmovie' commenter watched but Coming From America is an interesting, intriguing show and I hope to see more episodes of it in the US. Max only released 6 episodes so far. It's beautiful seeing African Americans and other members of the African diaspora return to their roots. The people in the countries where they moved to welcomed them with open arms and it was beautiful seeing the naming ceremony as well as the beauty Africa has to offer. Ofc things will never be perfect, there is a lot of culture shock, which is expected, but life is what you make it. This was a nice glimpse of their new lives, I hope to see an update soon.

After episode 1 there have been 3 families introduced. Will the 4th family show soon? Will another episode be released? Inquiring minds want to know. Especially since this was already released in Canada. Enjoying it so far but wanting more. Hoping the 4th family goes to a different city and or country. Also, why is it originating in the UK when it's about American Families. I also did not know, prior to seeing this that so many American families are making the decision to move to Africa. I am glad they are chasing after their ancestral roots. It will be interesting to see if they decide to stay or return to the USA.

The show has the potential to showcase the expat experience all over the world. And with more Black americans making the choice to move abroad, it's a welcome peek behind the curtain. I have family who've moved to Europe after much research and reconnaisance time, so It's unfortunate that many of these families didn't do their due diligence. Surprisingly, it made the families more relatable. The show also felt less produced than a lot of reality shows. Producers also didn't shy away from the couple's interpersonal struggles - because whereever you go there you are. It sparked some great conversations between my husband and I. Recommended binge watch.

I watched the series and it was a nice surprise, There is no other show like it. The series provides a view into the lives of 4 American families that migrate to the continent of Africa. 2 of 4 families were not prepared and it shows their adjustment to the food and culture over time. The series is upbeat and entertaining.

I'm anxious to see if HBO MAX will do a season 2, because there's so much more of a storyline to uncover. For example season 2 could focus on Ayo and Tony's bed and breakfast. Another series could focus on the lives of the expat community and so on. By the way the Jones family were my absolute favorite, I have been following them 4 years on Expat Life Ghana.