A "must-have" for "Black Adder" fans.
Tony Robinson's Cunning Night Out! is the uproariously funny DVD of a stand-up comedy performance by British television actor Tony Robinson, perhaps best known for his role of Baldrick in the hilarious British sitcom "Black Adder", and his infamous refrain, "I have a cunning plan!" Tony Robinson gives the snigger-inducing scoop on everything from the secrets hidden within common surnames (many last names indicate that our ancestors worked horrible jobs, such as "Kellogg", which can be traced back to hog butchering), to the creation of the "Maid Marian" television show (ostensibly a children's program but so popular that one college closed its bar when "Maid Marian" aired), to when Robinson worked with John Wayne and was literally pushed into a river of liquid filth as part of the shoot. Fans of "Black Adder" will not be disappointed; he gives plenty of hysterical anecdotes from the series, including one particularly raunchy "Black Adder" joke that never aired (because the actress was...
Surprising Funny DVD
It was interesting to see "Baldrick" of the Blackadder series as himself. He displays his fine acting ability and intelligence. I laughed out loud several times. Of course, it's tough to top the role he played in Blackadder, but it's worthwhile to see him being Tony Robinson.
Disappointed
I usually love any Tony Robinson project. I've read his books, watched various programs he has hosted or starred in and always found him funny and entertaining, but this video fell flat. It had moments of humor and some interesting history, but I found myself regretting the purchase almost immediately. I think his talent and humor is better expressed in documentaries and comedies, but not stand up. I would have been much more entertained watching Black Adder or Time Team. I just don't think stand up comedy is his forte.
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