Ep 7. A Huey Freeman Christmas

A Huey Freeman Christmas is the 7th episode of the first season of the animated television series, The Boondocks. This particular episode is a unique one, in the sense that it is not like any of the previous episodes that the show has aired. This is because, unlike the other episodes, this one is a stage play adaptation of the one-man show of writer and actor, Roger Guenveur Smith, which is titled "A Huey P. Newton Story."

The story follows Huey Freeman, who is the main character of the show, as he decides to tell the story of the black revolutionary leader, Huey P. Newton, to his younger brother, Riley. The play starts with Huey, who is in a disheveled state, addressing the audience, stating that it is time for him to explain to his young brother the meaning of Christmas and to tell him the story of Huey P. Newton.

As the play progresses, it becomes clear that Huey has a lot to say about Huey P. Newton, who is the co-founder of the Black Panther Party. Huey speaks to the audience about Huey P. Newton's life, his struggles, his beliefs, and his ultimate demise. He talks about Newton's childhood and how it was filled with violence and poverty.

Huey Freeman, who is the voice of reason in the show, also talks about how Newton's experiences in law school helped him to develop the Black Panther Party. He explains how Newton became an expert on the law and how he used it to challenge the system of injustice that was prevalent in the United States in the 1960s and 1970s.

Throughout the play, Huey does not shy away from discussing the controversial aspects of Huey P. Newton's life, such as his involvement in shootouts with the police, his drug addiction, his trial, and his eventual release from prison.

The story also has several comedic and lighthearted moments. Some of these include Huey's younger brother, Riley, interrupting him with his own thoughts and opinions, Huey dressing up as Santa Claus, and a musical number that features several cast members singing "The Twelve Days of Christmas" with a twist.

Overall, A Huey Freeman Christmas is a thought-provoking and insightful episode that challenges viewers to think about the life and times of Huey P. Newton and the impact he had on the world. The stage play format of the episode is unique and adds a layer of depth to the show, making it stand out from the other episodes that have been aired.