DVD Review: ‘Community’ Star Rocks Stage in ‘Donald Glover: Weirdo’

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CHICAGO – We get a lot of stand-up comedy DVDs here in the HollywoodChicago.com offices but we don’t often have the time or interest to include them in our coverage. We had to make an exception for “Donald Glover: Weirdo,” a hysterical stand-up show from the brilliant star of NBC’s “Community” and the man also known as Childish Gambino. Writer, actor, rapper, stand-up — Donald Glover rules.

DVD Rating: 4.5/5.0

Although you should be warned — as he points out, he’s not Troy from “Community.” Don’t expect “Troy and Abed in the Morning” jokes or dim bulb humor. In fact, he’s probably closer to Gambino with his raunchy sense of humor. More importantly, he’s insanely smart. Glover gives a high-energy show that rarely falters and is completely fearless in his approach to comedy. There are few celebrities who can do a little bit of everything. Most who try to branch out simply prove that they should stick with what they know. Donald Glover appears to know everything.

Donald Glover: Weirdo
Photo credit: Entertainment One

Synopsis:
With his unique brand of youthful storytelling, Donald Glover brings down the house in his hysterical stand-up special Weirdo. Filmed at the Union Square Theatre in New York City, Glover invites the audience into his life, sharing everything from childhood tales about his unrequited love for Cocoa Puffs and trips to Home Depot, to observations on “getting famous”, relationships, the “N” word and why kids are awful people. Smart and hip with a fresh approach to comedy, Glover presents a solid hour of his hilariously original, wisecracking humor.

Special Features:
o Taxi Cab Interview with Donald Glover, “Weirdo in NYC”

By BRIAN TALLERICO Content Director HollywoodChicago.com brian@hollywoodchicago.com