The Boondocks

[Pauly T]

Well, "Tom, Sarah, Usher" did feature A Pimp Named Slickback, so it couldn't be all bad...

I'm just thrilled the series is finally back. The best original AS show hands down.

[Doug W]

I had no idea this show was back on!
"Tom, Sarah, Usher" was the first of the new episodes I've seen, can any one tell me how many I've missed?

[KenK]

Well this week's episode, "Thank You for Not Snitching" is heads and shoulders better than last week's "Tom, Sarah, Usher" (was it just me or some that whole episode pure crap?). Ed Wuncler III and Gin Rummy are in it so you know its gold.

It's just you, 'cause from the time Tom started singing "Sarah's Smile", I couldn't stop laughing!

[Nate Grey]

I thought the snitching ep wasn't airing till tonight at 11:30pm? I keep seeing commercials for it. Did everyone else catch it early? :confused:

[Ragnorok64]

I thought the snitching ep wasn't airing till tonight at 11:30pm? I keep seeing commercials for it. Did everyone else catch it early? :confused:

I watch all my Adult Swim shows on the adultswim.com website. They come out on Fri. nights.

[Jamal]

I thought the snitching ep wasn't airing till tonight at 11:30pm? I keep seeing commercials for it. Did everyone else catch it early? :confused:

Stop Snitching aires tonight in less you want to watch it early on the website.

[StoneGold]

It's just you, 'cause from the time Tom started singing "Sarah's Smile", I couldn't stop laughing!

Meh, the last third was OK, but I couldn't help but be irritated by Sarah as the randomly starstruck bimbo.

[Sean Whitmore]

I'm really not feeling this season so far. The return of Stinkmeaner was a step up from the last couple episodes, but that's not saying a whole lot.

Anyone else think Sarah might be carrying Stinkmeaner's child now?


SEAN

[drwho]

I'm a little surprised how much they use the n word in this. Where is Al sharpton? :D

[Sean Whitmore]

I'm a little surprised how much they use th n word in this. Where is Al sharpton? :D

Oh, he made his views known last season, about the Martin Luther King Jr. episode.


SEAN

[drwho]

Is the grandfather the voice of that guy, the father, from fridays that always took real smelly dumps?

[Nate Grey]

Is the grandfather the voice of that guy, the father, from fridays that always took real smelly dumps?

Yes. His name is John Witherspoon.

[the goddamn batman]

I fell asleep watching last nights episode... and I don't really care to watch the rest of it. I dunno, this season hasn't really done it for me.

[Superbeast]

Uncle Ruckus is still hilarious to me. "I can't stand to see the negridation of this community..." had me rolling. That and Thugnificent's reaction to Granddad on the news... awesome.

[EZMOHR]

Yeah, I really am not digging this season, and I'm shocked it took MacGruder and the writers a year to come up with it. The fantastical elements have been amped up, and the real life stuff is just gone at the moment. Though have to admitt the Ruckus parts are still pretty funny.

[Nate Grey]

Okay, HOW do you see the episodes on the website? When I go to Boondockstv.com all I can find are clips of the upcoming ep, not the whole ep. Is everyone here simply piecing them together to get the gist of the ep? :confused:

[Superbeast]

Okay, HOW do you see the episodes on the website? When I go to Boondockstv.com all I can find are clips of the upcoming ep, not the whole ep. Is everyone here simply piecing them together to get the gist of the ep? :confused:

They aren't on there, they are on Adultswim's main site under Videos.

[Super Macho Man]

The anime-esque fights are dumb. Sucks that they're becoming more frequent.

Plus, it's high time Caesar debuted, if he's going to. Huey needs some kind of foil to make him look less saintly and more fanatical. But besides all that, the show's still a good watch.

[Nate Grey]

The anime-esque fights are dumb. Sucks that they're becoming more frequent.

Plus, it's high time Caesar debuted, if he's going to. Huey needs some kind of foil to make him look less saintly and more fanatical. But besides all that, the show's still a good watch.

Well, I know its wiki, but going there and reading the wiki on the Boondocks show, they have a point about something: Jasmine is essential Huey's foil. She has a generally optimisitic outlook on life (the lemonaid stand ep notwithstanding) that contrasts sharply with Huey's cynicism. So at this point if they brought him on he'd be kinda redundent. Though I guess it could still happen in some way.

[Sean Whitmore]

Well, I know its wiki, but going there and reading the wiki on the Boondocks show, they have a point about something: Jasmine is essential Huey's foil. She has a generally optimisitic outlook on life (the lemonaid stand ep notwithstanding) that contrasts sharply with Huey's cynicism. So at this point if they brought him on he'd be kinda redundent. Though I guess it could still happen in some way.

Thing about Caesar, though, is he's roughly Huey's intellectual equal, and is still more optimistic than him. Jasmine works as a foil up to a point, but she's still pretty dumb (thanks to her dad, more than anything), and unable to debate on Huey's level.


SEAN

[Superbeast]

I'm just waiting on the Ghostface apparition.

[Nate Grey]

Thing about Caesar, though, is he's roughly Huey's intellectual equal, and is still more optimistic than him. Jasmine works as a foil up to a point, but she's still pretty dumb (thanks to her dad, more than anything), and unable to debate on Huey's level.


SEAN

Jasmine strikes me as amazingly naive as opposed to dumb, which still, yes, makes debate impossible between the two. In fact most of the time Huey finds himself trying to educate her on the harsh realities of life. But she's still his foil none the less. I wonder what Aaron McGruder's reasoning is for not including Caesar and playing up Jasmine? Is it possible he feels their debates slow down the show?

[Ragnorok64]

Jasmine strikes me as amazingly naive as opposed to dumb, which still, yes, makes debate impossible between the two. In fact most of the time Huey finds himself trying to educate her on the harsh realities of life. But she's still his foil none the less. I wonder what Aaron McGruder's reasoning is for not including Caesar and playing up Jasmine? Is it possible he feels their debates slow down the show?

I've never seen the original strip, but isn't it more readily able to focus on current events? Those would probably be more debate worthy. The show takes alot longer to produce so it wouldn't really be possible to debate about current events.

Maybe that's a reason?

[Nate Grey]

I've never seen the original strip, but isn't it more readily able to focus on current events? Those would probably be more debate worthy. The show takes alot longer to produce so it wouldn't really be possible to debate about current events.

Maybe that's a reason?

Makes sense.

[DWEarhart]

I'm looking forward to this weeks episode. I know it's available online early, but I have nothing else to really look forward to on television, so I sometimesmiss the excitement from anticipation.

This second season has taken some getting used to. Story of Thugnificient looks refreshing.

[Super Macho Man]

I've never seen the original strip, but isn't it more readily able to focus on current events? Those would probably be more debate worthy. The show takes alot longer to produce so it wouldn't really be possible to debate about current events.
Well, in the strip, Caesar and Huey didn't debate, so much as Caesar always encouraged him to take it easy and whatnot.

"So, whattya plan on doing now, Huey?"

"I dunno...maybe I'll do some volunteer work or something. Help out some kids."

"Huey, you're a kid."

"Damn, I keep forgetting that."

[Sean Whitmore]

Heh. Okay, that one was more like it.

I don't even like rap, but "Eff Granddad" was catchy.


SEAN

[Nate Grey]

Heh. Okay, that one was more like it.

I don't even like rap, but "Eff Granddad" was catchy.


SEAN

All the fake songs were funny. "Kick 'em in the nuts, kick 'em in the nuts, we gonna kick 'em in the nuts". And what did they say his single was before "Eff Grandad"? "Booty Butt Cheeks"?

Oh and when the dude by Busta Rymes got a call from his mom. "Mom I gotta go...mom I'm in a meeting...I'm gonna call you back! I said I would! Come on mom I'm gonna call you back, I promise! Okay. Okay. I love you two, mommy." *hangs up phone* "YEAH! [bleep!] GRANDAD!"

[drwho]

I'm really surprised Boondocks has an episode kind of making fun of the Katrina aftermath. Wow.

[Magneto X]

Jasmine strikes me as amazingly naive as opposed to dumb, which still, yes, makes debate impossible between the two. In fact most of the time Huey finds himself trying to educate her on the harsh realities of life. But she's still his foil none the less. I wonder what Aaron McGruder's reasoning is for not including Caesar and playing up Jasmine? Is it possible he feels their debates slow down the show?

Jasmine has so much funny potential. But seeing some Caesar would be cool. Amazing how much of it is online. McGruder's not hogging his rights.

[DWEarhart]

These last two or three weeks have been better than the beginning of the season.

Uncle Ruckus can still get on a roll. I like the preview for next week's episode.

[Alex]

Jasmine strikes me as amazingly naive as opposed to dumb, which still, yes, makes debate impossible between the two.

I was always under the assumption jasmine and riley (aside from the whole crazier antics and gunplay bits) were meant to be real children.

[Alex]

I'm really surprised Boondocks has an episode kind of making fun of the Katrina aftermath. Wow.

After the martin luther king episode, can you honestly be surprised at anything the show does?

[Alex]

Just watched the katrina episode.
"Praise Jesus!"
I KNEW THAT WOMAN! It's my friend erics mom!

[Ragnorok64]

The upcoming episode (for those of you that don't watch them online) is a good one. Huey actually does stuff instead of just being a bystander to the plot.

[DWEarhart]

Finally. I've missed his involvement.

[Legato]

The upcoming episode (for those of you that don't watch them online) is a good one. Huey actually does stuff instead of just being a bystander to the plot.

You mean he finally does an act that puts him in the wrong for a change? Interested in seeing that.

[DWEarhart]

I went ahead and watched it. He has alot going on in this one.

I like that they're aging.

[Sean Whitmore]

This was a good one. I like that Huey, for all his seeming independence, was quick to assume that Grandpa had abandoned them. Lingering feelings about his parents, perhaps?


SEAN

[Ragnorok64]

Figured people would be talking about this latest episode. I thought it was pretty good.

[Jeff Brady]

This was a good one. I like that Huey, for all his seeming independence, was quick to assume that Grandpa had abandoned them. Lingering feelings about his parents, perhaps?


SEAN

The parents didn't abandon the boys; they died.

[Sean Whitmore]

The parents didn't abandon the boys; they died.

I know. Children have been known to blame themselves for that and more.


SEAN

[brundlefly]

Figured people would be talking about this latest episode. I thought it was pretty good.

I liked it, too, particularly "Ann Coulter's" off-camera persona, Fred Willard as Riley's befuddled teacher, and the Bill Cosby cameos. Ruckus' monologuing about racial slurs ("N****r just naturally rolls off the tongue...") was pretty classic, as well.

Glad that they followed it up with the repeat of the MLK episode. That's one of my fave Boondocks eps, by far.

[IamtheRock3]

funny is that bascily what the teacher said in real life, the whole explantion at first

[DWEarhart]

Anytime Fred Willard shows up, it's a pleasant surprise. He may not always deliver his best work, but at least there's a chance. This recent guest shot on The Boondocks, he brought the funny.

I've never paid attention to Ann Coulter; I think I've seen an interview of her once, and never cared to see anything involving her again, but her portrayal in this last episode had me laughing.

The MLK episode is one of my favorite episodes of television in a long-ass time. A very long time.

And for the life of me, I can't stop watching "Stinkmeaner Strikes Back." I laugh harder every time I do.

[DWEarhart]

Adult Swim is going to air only 13 of the 15 episodes for Season 2. (http://forum.newsarama.com/showthread.php?t=144566)

[Ragnorok64]

Adult Swim is going to air only 13 of the 15 episodes for Season 2. (http://forum.newsarama.com/showthread.php?t=144566)

Well, crap.

[Sean Whitmore]

Adult Swim is going to air only 13 of the 15 episodes for Season 2. (http://forum.newsarama.com/showthread.php?t=144566)

THAT explains it. I remember reading about the hunger strike episode the week before it was supposed to air and wondering why it didn't.

Ah, well. Sucks that it won't be aired (and who knows if that's true; shows like X-Files and Family Guy have both had episodes that supposedly would "never" air), but I'm sure it'll be available on the internet or DVD before long.

The good news is, this should bring the show even more attention. And I get a petty thrill out of BET and Reggie Hudlin being brought some notoriety.


SEAN

[DWEarhart]

No doubt they'll be on the dvd. Probably elsewhere first.

[Pauly T]

As long as they're on the DVD, I'm happy.

That said, according to the newsarama article, the hold up is on Sony's end, not CN's (probably BET flexing over not airing Sony artists' videos or some mess if they let Boondocks make fun of them-- boo-hoo), so that may put the ultimate fate of these eps in jeopardy.

I just want to see 'em! Izzat asking too much?!!?

[Sean Whitmore]

That said, according to the newsarama article, the hold up is on Sony's end, not CN's (probably BET flexing over not airing Sony artists' videos or some mess if they let Boondocks make fun of them-- boo-hoo), so that may put the ultimate fate of these eps in jeopardy.

Shit. Good point.


SEAN

[DWEarhart]

The dollar will decide. If everyone makes a satisfactory amount, things are smooth.

I still believe that they will make it on to a dvd release.

Which company can afford to take a loss on this one? The product is finished, as is my understanding. People have been paid for their work; what's there to gain by abandoning it in limbo, and who gains from it?

[kalorama]

The dollar will decide. If everyone makes a satisfactory amount, things are smooth.

I still believe that they will make it on to a dvd release.

Which company can afford to take a loss on this one? The product is finished, as is my understanding. People have been paid for their work; what's there to gain by abandoning it in limbo, and who gains from it?

Corporations will go to great lengths to avoid potentially costly (both financially and in terms of public relations) legal action. Besides, TV networks, movie studios, and production companies shelve completed work all the time for all kinds of reasons.

[DWEarhart]

Aisha Tyler - GAWD DAMN. Even as Luna, you just hear the conffidence and sexiness coming out of her voice. To some, confidence = sexiness.

I must admit, I didn't care for Boondocks Season 2 at first, but after another go round with it, it's not that bad. I still tend to like the first season more, but I'll definitely be getting this second season when it's available on dvd.

[Superbeast]

BET can eat a dick, DVD wins out in the end, they can't stop The Uncle Ruckus Show or BET Suicide episodes from making the discs.

Caesar for season 3!

People on here need to check out the Hip Hop Docktrine Boondocks mixtapes. A 192kpbs version of F Granddad is worth doing so alone, especially since they are free.

[Toku King]

Personally, I was in love with season 2, even more-so than season 1. "Return Of Stinkmeaner" is my favorite episode to date.
Oh, come on! Who can't love the chest kicking scene?

[DWEarhart]

I will agree 100 times.

"Lady Liberty's got balls" had me rolling.

"What's really gooooood?"

[EZMOHR]

Season 2 was two different seasons for me. Everything from the beginning, and including Stinkmeaner sucked hard. Everything afterwards was Season One good. The Mighty Ducks/Autistic Kid shoutout episode and The Hurricane Katrina epsiodes will stand up with the MLK episode from Season One. The rest....to each their own.

[DWEarhart]

Canada has shown the Boondocks - Hunger Strike episode. (http://www.megavideo.com/?v=QRBIWHQ5)...aka the BET episode.

Just push play.

[Sean Whitmore]

I have it on good authority that both "Hunger Strike" and "Uncle Ruckus Reality Show" will be on the DVD release. I may even watch them both tonight, depending how late I wanna stay at work.

I can already imagine the text on the box. "Including 2 episodes too controversial for TV!"


SEAN

[maczero]

Canada has shown the Boondocks - Hunger Strike episode. (http://www.megavideo.com/?v=QRBIWHQ5)...aka the BET episode.

Just push play.Yeah, I can see why BET has a problem with this episode.

[Ragnorok64]

Canada has shown the Boondocks - Hunger Strike episode. (http://www.megavideo.com/?v=QRBIWHQ5)...aka the BET episode.

Just push play.

That's a deadly shoe :eek:.

[Superbeast]

Yeah, I can see why BET has a problem with this episode.

I like how the white boss was quite level headed and just wanted the bad press to stop while Leevil was the really nasty bitch.

Here's to hoping the Uncle Ruckus reality show episode leaks somehow.

[Toku King]

Season 2 was two different seasons for me. Everything from the beginning, and including Stinkmeaner sucked hard. Everything afterwards was Season One good. The Mighty Ducks/Autistic Kid shoutout episode and The Hurricane Katrina epsiodes will stand up with the MLK episode from Season One. The rest....to each their own.

Really? I thought it started out perfectly, and went smoothly throughout the season.

[Ragnorok64]

Yeah, I can see why BET has a problem with this episode.

Indeed, though I must say the episode had a god point.

[DWEarhart]

Really? I thought it started out perfectly, and went smoothly throughout the season.

For me it took some adjusting. I didn't really like the first half of the season but my joy came back to it in the second half, and I missed Stinkmeaner's return the first time around, but after watching the repeats and the web I really liked this second season overall.

[Sean Whitmore]

I agree about the first half of the season. I felt like it fell into the same trap the second season of Heroes did, mining the first season for material instead of showing us something new.

There was good stuff here and there, but no wall to wall laughs like in the first season.


SEAN