Cedric the Entertainer: Taking You Higher
Red-hot actor/comedian Cedric the Entertainer stars in his first solo HBO special, a no-holds-barred 60-minute routine performed in front of a live audience at The Wiltern, the venerable Los Angeles theater. Spiced by several song-and-dance numbers featuring a smokin' band and sexy group of dancers he calls the 'Cedibles,' the special highlights Cedric's hilarious takes on fame, TV, rap music, sports, diets, plastic surgery, gay marriage, church socials, meeting the President (not the new one, but the one we like), $5,000-a-plate dinners, Afghanistan, Osama Bin Laden, suicide bombers, gas prices, Halloween, Latin music and more.
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Plot Summary
In this stand-up special, Cedric the Entertainer delivers his signature comedic style, tackling everyday life, relationships, and societal observations with sharp wit and energetic delivery. Filmed live, the special showcases his ability to connect with the audience through relatable humor and infectious charisma. He explores themes from family dynamics to the absurdities of modern living, all while maintaining his characteristic playful and observational approach to comedy.
Critical Reception
Cedric the Entertainer: Taking You Higher was generally well-received by audiences who appreciated Cedric's established comedic voice and energetic performance style. Critics often highlighted his crowd-pleasing material and his ability to deliver laughs consistently. The special was seen as a solid showcase of his stand-up talents, fitting within the tradition of popular comedy specials.
What Reviewers Say
- Cedric the Entertainer delivers a high-energy and crowd-pleasing stand-up performance.
- The special features relatable humor and observational comedy that resonates with a broad audience.
- Fans of Cedric's comedic style will find plenty to laugh at in this engaging special.
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Fun Fact
This special was filmed at the historic Orpheum Theatre in Los Angeles.
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