Frankie and Neffe (BET)
common sense media says
Iffy behavior trumps positive messages in reality spin-off.
parents & educators say
What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this spin-off of Keyshia Cole: The Way It Is -- which follows mother-and-daughter reality personalities Frankie Vons and Neffe Pugh as they work through their troubled relationship -- addresses some tough topics, including drug addiction, domestic violence, abuse, divorce, and incarceration. It also has lots of strong language (though stronger words like “f--k” and "s--t" are bleeped), arguing is constant, and threats of violence are frequent (but never acted upon). But despite all of this, the series does focus on the love between a mother and daughter and the importance of family.
Positive role models:
They may not always solve their problems in the most positive way, but these women are strong and want to make positive changes. Frankie is also a recovering drug addict who has worked hard to get and stay clean.
Violence:
Frequent arguing, yelling, and screaming between the duo. Neffe consistently states that she will “kill someone” when she discusses her mother’s friends, but she never acts on it. Topics like domestic violence and abuse are discussed.
Sex:
Discussions about topics like dating and pregnancy.
Language:
Lots of strong language, ranging from audible words like “damn” and “hell” to stronger bleeped terms like “ass,“ “f--k," “s--t,” and “p---y."
Consumerism:
Not applicable.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking:
Cigarettes are occasionally visible; potential for smoking. Frankie is a recovering drug addict, and her challenges are discussed on the show.
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