The study looked at a few different variables in regard to audience enjoyment from a scale of one to seven, with one being "not at all similar" and seven being "very similar. The four variables were how similar viewers perceived themselves to be to the main characters, identification with the main characters, excitement felt during the viewing and whether viewers felt absorbed in the show.
Overall, black viewers had more positive excitement, attitudes and absorption than whites, according to the release. McGruder, who has co-written the episodes on the show, admits he is purposely provocative -- he wants people to talk about the strip and show and watch and find them funny. But he also wants people to talk about issues they wouldn't otherwise confront and go beyond racial issues such as the use of the N-word.
I just wish we would expand the dialogue and evolve past the same conversation that we've had over the past 30 years about race in our country. But does its entertainment value overshadow the discussion it may intend to provoke? Does the use of the N-word lose its power -- and therefore become more acceptable -- if the audience always laughs, or doesn't respond at all?
Some of McGruder's critics have wondered whether his primary intent is to entertain instead of provoke real dialogue, and whether he is just capitalizing on hot-button issues. That's why hip-hop sells. But at the same time, I don't believe in censorship. He initially pitched a pilot of the show to Fox -- and it was rejected. It has come a long way since he began writing the strip in while he was a student at the University of Maryland. McGruder now has a growing empire that includes -- in adition to the strip and TV show -- four books and an agreement with Sony Pictures Animation to produce an animated film version of "The Boondocks.
Teen, 13 years old Written by taroya12 February 22, I used to watch it with my granddad when I was 6 years old, I like the the animation and the theme song to remember my least favorite adult swim adult animated sitcom and I used to watch it a lot on Cartoon Network's Late Night Adult Swim Block. Teen, 13 years old Written by amaniisda1 November 19, This is totally appropriate for tweens. There may be some edgy sexual innuendo, language, and not so positive role models. This is one of my favorite shows ever!
This title contains: Sexy stuff. Teen, 17 years old Written by commonsensemediateen July 31, You can let your child watch, if they're wise enough to know not to say or do any of things that are in the television. There is swearing here and there, some smoking involved, and rarely any sexual content in an episode, depending on what episode you're watching.
But other than that this show can teach you some life problems to avoid and etc. Absolutely Fantastic The Boondocks is a Cartoon Network show that is based on the legendary, albeit highly controversial and opinionated, comic strip from Aaron Mcgruder. Just like the comic, everything here is golden. The artwork is sharp and the satire is even sharper, shocking, but never gross or unappealing.
The voice actors do fantastic jobs breathing life into their characters without fear of repercussions as a result of the touchy dialogue they have to say.
Huey Freeman is an incredible role model, breaking stereotypes, spreading his radical ideas in a peaceful and pure way, even though he is frequently called a 'domestic terrorist'. He is unafraid to protect his family, even though they don't care all too much about him. He addresses important issues that were topical back in the early 00's, and are still topical now. Riley and Roger are strict caricatures of the stereotypes of black culture today, refusing change and in favor of the practices that had led to the discrimination that Huey is fighting against.
Even though this show is a comedy, it is not afraid to be serious and to talk about serious things, including but not limited to: the 'N-Word', slavery, controversies regarding the BET, and more.
However, even though it is stellar in my opinion, it is most definitely not for everyone. Some people will be shocked and may take offense by it's use of strong language, racial slurs, and racial humor, as well as the topic it deals with. There is also a character who claims to have been born white, but got "the opposite of what Michael Jackson has", turning him black from a young age. Due to this, he is incredibly racist, and is seen as a major antagonist.
This show also makes a lot of jokes about Bill Cosby, who is currently a hot subject, but at the time wasn't. There is strong language, graphic male nudity, talk about rape, abuse, and all related things, in addition to a few scenes of extreme violence such as beheadings, stabbings, shootings, and more.
There is also some sexual talk, but there aren't many actual visual displays. Nothing in the topics is off bounds, and while it is a very opinionated show, it is not intended to be offensive.
It is just meant to show the problems of the real world surrounding race and politics, but in a much more accessible format, the late night cartoon.
All in all, I think people who are 14 can handle the censored broadcast version, but because that version is only available on TV, I give it a It is not for everyone, but those who can handle it will be greatly rewarded. However, don't just listen to me. If you happen to be a parent who has come to this review for judgement, you really need to view it yourself and think about how well you know your children, and how well you know what they can handle.
Be cautious, and make sure you know which version of the show you are watching. For those who want to know the story but are too young for the show, the comic strip which is collected in paperback collections is a much more family friendly version, although it isn't as funny or sharp as the show due to syndication comic restrictions.
Although the show is controversial, if you can leave your opinions at the door and watch it for what it is, a comedy, you will learn real, important lessons about relations between races, how to treat people you may not like, and how to be a respectful member of a democratic society. All in all, you will learn to care and sympathise with many characters, even the mean, old, racist Uncle Ruckus, and learn that just because someone's opinions may not line up with your own, opinions can never be wrong, even if they are misguided or racist, and that a person can be very different from who they are on the outside.
While there are racist characters, homophobic characters and all in all bad people who may seem "glorified" on this show, it is important to know that it is a SATIRE, and is making fun of these kinds of people by showing what they might do in real life, but amplified and in extreme contexts. The opinions of said characters do not reflect those of the people who created it, so there is no agenda being pushed, and no harm that is meant towards the general public. Just relax it and enjoy it for yourself.
Most people will find something of value here, regardless of their race, gender, political orientation, background, and age as long as they are old enough to not only watch the show, but understand it's humor and why the humor is an important commentary on the state of our world.
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