The show and most of anything (that is made by Americans) that is titled 'Black History' seems to forget that the US wasn't the only country to have black people. The show doesn't mention anything about non-American black people which is amazing. To add (and I'm black), the show skips over making the point that violence (or unfounded hate) against white people today is wrong. Love Kevin Hart, but the writings kinda trash as well.
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david-4356313 February 2019There were some funny parts and I enjoyed watching this but there were a lot of historical errors and this was really just propaganda of 'blame whitey for everything'. When Kevin said the civil war could be summed up with one word: slavery, I knew there were no historians involved in this rather Hollywood writers pushing their agenda.
The acting between Kevin and his daughter was really stiff. -
edisonlino179 February 2019Unfortunately this is just a bad copy of "Latin History for Morons: John Leguizamo's Road to Broadway"
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vogdanosr10 February 2019There's not much to say about this film. It's pretty much awful and another example of today's medias forcing agendas on people (dear white people etc.) Reaching hard for humor, bad set up and inaccurate information. Poor Kevin Hart, he's played in such good films, yet money is money I guess. In conclusion: a very bad try to disguise a proaganda as a film.
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joelandamelia29 July 2019Enjoyed it, very cute. The only thing is all the stories you've never heard of were covered on Drunk History. I kept seeing several people and stories I'd long seen before on Drunk History.
Now this is family friendly so the retread makes sense. I think there is room for both.
Very cute, very enjoyable, and teaches kids and adults about not putting past events on current people who are nice. -
IcyTones20 October 2020There is a male & female mixture of historical content & record of Black Achievements for the greater good of country, individualism & race.
'Kevin Hart's Guide to Black History' redresses the issue of the importance & significance of History classes & lessons for the young or as an academic subject for further communications.
Listed as a 2019 Movie, it's not a movie. It's not a TV Movie. It's not even a good 'home' movie. It bears the hallmarks of being a 'comedy', but it lacks the fundamentals for being a documentary. It features 'a guide' that lacks structure.
It's a Documentary 'Mockumentary'. -
princeemma-710345 March 2019I inherently feel aware now, was exposed to a lot of knowledge about my own race that I didn't even know. Yeah the comedy wasn't really top notch; nevertheless, the message passed was heart filling. And I do hope everyone could see it; just the way Mr. k. Hart intended.
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willcline-9104313 February 2019I think we need a Latino month our people are going through just as much bad as any of the other cultures and im not taking anything away from the black culture but it's the past and this is happening now
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kosmasp23 July 2019Yes this is very silly and some may feel or be offended by the way Kevin Hart portrays certain historical figures. But it's the best way he knows how to do these things. In other words, if you are a fan of his, you'll love it and if you aren't you will most likely be annoyed.
There are a few chapters here, but the movie flows along nicely and all seems to work quite fine. There is the personal touch (him telling it all to his family and a guest) and there is the star touch: quite a few celebrities have their appearance and cameos. It's fun, it's light, and you probably will have learned a thing or two by the end of it - and if not (if you already knew everything), at least you can be entertained -
jimmyp050415 November 2019Kevin Hart is the furthest person I would expect to be teaching Black History. The man couldn't care less about black people, he's like the Lil' Wayne of actors, and he shouldn't be doing something like this. Kevin Hart knows as much about Black History as what is taught in schools across the country. Hart spends more time doing his schtick than teaching Black History. Hart is a joke and should stay on his "pleasing the white man" track that he loves so much and leave the real stuff to people they actually care about.
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wuyata8 February 2019The interaction between Kevin and 'his' daughter felt stiff, but the overall reenactment and pace of the story was interesting and informative. There are going to be lots of negative or 1 star reviews because you know, America, but do not mind that. If you like history and reeanctment in an short comedy-style, you should watch this!
I am from Europe and knew most of the people mentioned, but now I know other not so well-known people. Yes, I did learn today! -
nogodnomasters26 February 2019Kevin Hart looks at the lives at some of the lesser known folks who made history who happened to be black. It is done with anachronistic comedy skits, some better than others.
I think the story might have been better with Hart's ego in check. Entertaining and educational. -
joshuaskywalker-011302 March 2019I sat through this for 10 minutes and turned it off because it isn't a film it's a documentary and it isn't even that good so don't waste your time
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kamenriderblackofficial23 February 2019His daughter watching an R Rated movie? With a boy?
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claimticket9 February 2019I love the fact that Kevin discusses the positive strides of African american history. I feel these things are often forgotten and the whole black history month becomes about "white man bad" and slavery instead of it being a celebration of progress and bravery.
I wish it had been longer. -
anthonysithole9 February 2019This is soo good, I posted on Instagram yesterday that our children need to be taught black history and Kevin just did that and I'm proud that this show was more educational than funny and it accommodate everyone. We need more shows like this.
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thebenstrong9 February 2019As a white, strait, southern (Alabama (and now Georgia)) Christian male, I usually don't sit around watching black history programs because it recent years, it's less about the great things that were accomplished during times of strife and more about claiming victimhood and blaming white men for everything. While I acknowledge that black folk have gotten the short end of the stick throughout history, I am overly tired of being blamed for it just because my great, great grandparents were white southerners... though not near rich enough to even think about having servants. In fact, a large portion of my own ancestry was sharecroppers and indentured servants, themselves. While not completely relatable to forced slavery, it's still a far cry for being rich slave owners. That being said, I really enjoyed Kevin Hart's special. It was a bit too campy and corny for most people - some may even find it offensive if their underwear's on too tight - but he gives a ton of information that I've never heard before. It's packed with stories and info of lesser-known people within black history that did more to advance their situations than most anyone alive today. Kevin doesn't present this film with a preachy tone; rather, he comes with what appears to be a light-hearted approach that many people can appreciate without feeling blamed or vilified for once. I'd give it 10 stars if it wasn't so corny.
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nicoleworthy15 February 2019Comedic, entertaining stories of Black excellence. See it with the entire family! Through funny reenactments and a puppet show viewers learn that Black people in America have made wonderful contributions for the greater good that go far beyond slavery.
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alisonandnorman9 February 2019This film shows that Black History is not just about slavery, instead it focuses on the positive, creative and innovative contributions that African-Americans have made towards society. Although there is a comical side to this film, it downs not overshadow the truth and seriousness of history which I love about it. Great film.
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zdejesus-896599 February 2019Very good educational movie My daughter loved it Kevin Hart should make more of these teaching other parts of history. I definitely would spread this movie around. Funny and educational my daughter learned a lot from it.
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Didihurtyourfeefee11 February 2019I loved watching it with my children. From a historian's point of view the information was accurate, and the delivery was even better. Well done, I loved it!
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nbadillo-5290713 February 2019Of course he's getting one and two story reviews ! People are use to watching Kevin on rated R films and expect him to take that kind of humour wherever he goes, people must realize he's trying to EDUCATE us and our children. Also, today's racial divide of the USA is going to affect the reviews of these kind of films.
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zappf12 February 2019This should have been a series. It still should be. Kevin Hart has done an outstanding job of showing the true history of American men and women unsung in the annals of most popular history books here in an easily digestable and fun way. The fact that they happen to be black is a selling point, but honestly this stands on its own. He does such a great job telling their stories in a relatable manner it would translate into any subject, and it empowers him weaving the stories of African Americans to a high degree.
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danbfree18 February 2019First off, anyone who uses the word "agenda" in any kind of negative connotation in their review of this literally needs some serious therapy. With how light hearted and fun yet important look at black Americans contributions to our country, the only "agenda" is to tell an under appreciated part of American history. It's downright scary to think there are some Americans who choose to be so negative and ignorant, a sign of the political times that threatens to set back human rights and progress.
Regardless, this is well done and fun, I enjoyed the use of campy humor to lighten the mood to learn some important lessons of how we ALL are EQUALLY important contributions to humanity and in making our country great. -
poopascoopa-6031512 February 2019It's a fun, educational, and overall positive. It has random comedy and reenactments. It briefly mentions the slavery and then shifts to mostly positive tales exemplifying some lesser told stories of black history. I think it sends a positive message that is wholesome.