John Leguizamo's Latin History for Morons

A few minutes into it, I realized the format is going to be interesting. It was an eye-opening masterpiece - hundred years worth of history shrunk into 1.5 hours. It conjured curiosity and feelings about the sad parts of history that are left untold in classrooms. My 10-year-old actually came out to sit with me and watched the whole show! I didn't mind my kid hearing some cursing here and there because he would probably never learn the history he watched John talked about at school. Thanks to John Leguizamo for such an amazing show. This is a must watch.

It is true, history was written by the winning side. That fact never changes unfortunately. I personally found this "stand up" if thats how its classified, very much worth watching. I am not usually into stand up. Its just not where my usual interests lie. I stumbled on this while just lookingon Netflix for something to have on as background... Well, that plan didn't work, as I ended up glued to the screen instead of it just being background. I wasn't expecting an actual history lesson, but I'm glad I watched it. The facts were all there, and true. Everything you weren't taught in school because it was swept under the rug. I can see this show offending close minded, bigoted people, if you are one then save yourself the rant and just don't watch. Anyone that gets offended is just that, even if they don't realize they are that way. Freedom of speech works both ways. I was laughing through most of this. I absolutely love how he acted things out, I get distracted easily and have a hard time watching stand up just because most of the time its just a person with a mic talking. That doesn't work for me. Which is actually why I put this on. So I could clean while listening off and on. Now I am behind schedule so I will get back to it lol... But I just loved this so much I had to leave a rating before getting back to my cleaning.

I cannot articulate how fantastic this was. Educational, funny, emotional, and inspiring. John Leguizamo's honesty and humility makes his storytelling that much more captivating. Seeing this has inspired me to be more proactive in learning about my history.

I can honestly say that I hadn't known about the books that he mentioned, but this special has definitely made them next on my reading list! You can see a whole list of books he refers to if you go to the webpage for Latin History for Morons! Next up on my reading list: A People's History of the United States.

Thank you, John!

I'm not even sure how to articulate all that this show represents. It so perfectly sums up the Latino American experience. Growing up Mexican American there's always that struggle to not only honor our forefathers but also finding a way to acknowledge and honor our Latin culture in a way that was more than just stereotypically Latin via our dancing, and amazing cuisine. I was truly moved by this special. He tapped into the part of my that feels always slightly underrepresented and disenfranchised by America. But also reminded me that inside my vains is the blood of warriors, mathematicians, astronomers, genius engineers, and tireless revolutionaries. This show should be required watching for all Americans.

I've seen John on screen before, but never in the context of a stage - and what a discovery that was. The flow and pace of his performance is phenomenal. He overshoots just a little here and there, but his style of storytelling through the prism of many personas and cultures is hands down outstanding.