Customer Reviews

David Alan Grier - The Book of David: The Cult Figure's Manifesto

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We watched the show when it aired on Comedy Central and missed the first 10 minutes. ... This has got to be one of the funniest stand-up routines I've ever seen. David Alan Grier's comedy is right up there with classic George Carlin, Bill Cosby and Eddie Murphy stand-up comedy.

...truly a showcase of "DAG's" naturally funny humor and talented delivery regarding individual,collective and cultural attitudes which subtly taps into our own very human and comedic thoughts about the world around us and encourages us to laugh at our "normally/abnormal" human common sense and imperfections in a real way.

Another reviewer tried to contrast Grier with Chris Rock. They're right: Grier ain't Rock. So what? He's as observant and biting as Rock, especially in this DVD. Also, his comedy is more open and universal, at least in the American context, to more people (i.e., Grier doesn't really tell jokes about or make fun of African Americans, choosing to lambaste American culture generally). This is a good show to put on and watch with friends. Kick back and have a laugh.

Don't waste your money. David Allen Grier was so funny when he performed on In Living Color, but I now know it's because he was great at supporting roles. When left alone, this comedian leaves alot to desire. The DVD is not good and his stand up routine is just awful. We saw him last night for New Years Eve in Atlantic City. Hard to believe he is the same guy. He had a "warm up" comedian come on before him who was hilarious. Don't spend any money on stand up or DVD's for him. You will be dissapointed. No chance here to give no stars. If I could have, I would have.

I really like David Alan Grier. Saw him on Broadway and admired him ever since, which is why I picked up the dvd as soon as I saw it. I was thoroughly disappointed. I have no desire to view this dvd a second time.

Well, I went out and bought this DVD because people said it was funny. When my husband and I were watching it, we looked at each other and said, "This is the worse stand up we've ever seen." I felt that all Mr. Grier was doing, was screaming at us. His material was neither fresh or subtle. And he doesn't come accross at all as likeable, (like Chris Rock) something I look for in comics. I do not reccomend bying this DVD.