All Americanis scoring on and off the field.
For two seasons, the football drama has been telling stories about a myriad of Black experiences.
Based on the story of NFL player Spencer Paysinger,All Americanfollows a young athlete straddling two worlds.
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On a personal level,All Americanis a dream for Carroll.
When it premiered in 2018,All Americanwas very different from the CW’s other shows.
The Netflix factor was a massive help toAll American.
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In telling stories of the Black youth experience in America,All Americanbalances the good and the bad.
The result is tackling the reality of the Black youth experience authentically and fully.
The in-depth approach to its storytelling becomes clear early in its run.
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Spencer watches his new teammate learn that his privilege would not protect him.
For instance, Layla Keating (Greta Onieogou) was at the center of a substantial mental-health story line.
(This Is UsandShe’s Gotta Have ItjoinAll Americanas a few shows telling more expansive arcs).
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I wanted to personalize it for everyone," Carroll says.
“We feel a responsibility to portray the joy and the resilience,” Carroll explains.
One thing viewers shouldnotexpect to see in season 3 is the pandemic.
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The first half has already been shot, with the second half planned for this spring.
While the pandemic won’t be part of the new season, another major real-life event of 2020 will.
“So much of that was already in the fabric of our show.”
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And that push for inclusivity extends beyond the Black community, according to theAll Americanshowrunner.
Indigenous writers and actors, Latinx, and LGBTQ communities also need better representation.
Season 3 ofAll Americanpremieres Monday, Jan. 18 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on The CW.
