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The Fresh Prince of Bel‑Air is a television program that dramatizes the experiences of African American families and young men. It explores themes common to contemporary family drama and cultural identity within the U.S. context.
First publish date: 2005
Genre: Drama & Plays/Drama
Authors: Andy Borowitz
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