John Leguizamo's Latin History for Morons

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.

The bit where John tries to dance like a white man, in Trumperica, but fails after a couple of latin oriëntated songs are being played, is an instant classic. Another funny and heartfelt reminder, that free thinking only works, if everybody is included.

Caught this on Netflix streaming and was blown away. This is not for the faint hearted. From start to end, it takes a very very unique and highly effective intelligence to be able to string all historical facts and/or influences, mash it with relevant humor and animated impressions, and then proceed to keep a classroom audience riveted for more than 90 minutes, is in itself, historic. Even those with attention deficit syndrome would have had succumbed to his magic. I thoroughly enjoyed this powerfully crafted "history lesson" for his tribe and felt empowered to apply the motivation of healthy self respect in all aspects of life, regardless of race. John's exquisite talent is evident and given the right perspective, Emmy worthy. History is full of ugly, evil and forgotten injustices but invaluable lessons learnt can shape and decide different destinies toward self greatness. P Any student under this class should have no problems graduating with distinction. Hope this special is used as a template to start a new change movement for a new awareness and brighter future beginning for all marginalized humanity. Gracias Professor John!

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.