The Boondocks by Aaron McGruder for May 30, 2018
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Transcript:
Voice from TV: Following the success of "Bringing Down the House," Hollywood studios are rushing to take advantage of America's appetite for movies starring black female rappers and older white comedians. Next year, look out for "Rock Da Party"--a comedy about a black woman drug addict and basketball player who is forced to go on tour with her parole officer, who is also a classical violinist. Hilarity ensues. Producers hope to cast Sister Souliah and Al Franken in the lead roles...
Within the context of the turn of events around Al Franken, how do you all feel about the translation of this gag, specifically the named characters, in its social context in 2003 vs the current situation? Not sure how I feel about it … I think the gag itself is relevant but would be better to name different celebrity references now.