Atsuko Okatsuka: Father

Kept me laughing all throughout. Atsuko never fails to connect with the audience and tickle them with her brand of humor. Watch it and you'll feel a lot better after.

The writing is smart and dry, with dialogue that crackles and characters that feel fully lived-in. Atsuko herself is a brilliant lead-funny, self-deprecating, and just the right amount of emotionally unhinged. The flashbacks to her father's younger years provide not only backstory but some of the biggest laughs, especially as the generational and cultural differences come into play.

What makes Atsuko's Father truly stand out is its ability to find levity in loss without diminishing its emotional core. It's a comedy with depth, a story about letting go, holding on, and figuring it all out one awkward, hilarious step at a time.

I thought this was just as good as her first special, which was a fantastic debut to a streaming comedy special. If you don't get her humor, I understand but if you get her humor, this is the best thing you'll ever see! I don't laugh out loud LOL literally 🤣 very often to things I watch or comedy specials. And I'm watching this alone so I definitely rarely laugh to things. I laughed most of the special. It was great to the very end.

Atsuko Okatsuka is the friend you haven't met yet. A formerly undocumented immigrant, Atsuko gives viewers a glimpse into the unique life she has lived with approachable storytelling. Her branded bowl-cut and sharp, whimsical style will keep you glued to your screen as she recounts odd and entirely personal stories. There is no question about it: Atsuko is the life of the party, and for an hour, you can listen to stories you've never heard from the type of person you won't find in an office cubicle.

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I've been following Atsuko's bright brand of comedy for years, so I know about the trolls and hate she gets. People who want to dim her light!!!! First off, one of the reviews says he "never usually rates movies" LOL you just gave yourself away, you never watched this. This is a standup special, not a "MOVIE." Then proceeds to not say anything specific about the jokes or name any of the themes or stories she talks about!! Same with the other hateful review, "This show isn't supposed to come out until tomorrow" what? Are you stupid?? You just gave away that the special hasn't come out yet yet you're writing a review just to downgrade her! Sad pathetic men who are mad they are not spreading love and happy like she is.

This morning I watched Atsuko's new special "Father" & it was really great! I loved Atsuko's first comedy special "The Intruder" & was so happy she's been given the great opportunity to make a new one! I laughed my butt off & highly recommend it if you're looking for something funny to watch. She opens up more about her own experiences in life & with her family. I'm happy she's been able to reconnect with her own father. Happy Father's Day Atsuko!!! Thank you for sharing & uplifting us with your comedy & great personality! I look forward for what's to come in the future & hope one day to see her live in person!