You Need to See This

We've been in New York since Saturday, which of course means I've been out every single moment, and unable (or unwilling) to sit down and write something really funny.  But-- here's something I've been saving, just for an occasion like this:

I can't believe I didn't know about this incredible piece of weirdness until recently.  Like, how was something like this out there, right under my nose, and I didn't even know about it?  That seems wrong.

I am, of course, referring to "Trapped in the Closet," the multiple- part epic mini drama written and performed (in song, of course) by R. Kelly.  I have to admit, I was totally skeptical, but it is EVERY BIT as hilarious as you would think. 

I think you should go now, pour yourself a glass of Hennessey, put your feet up, and watch it.  Unless you're at work, in which case you should hunch over your computer and try to not let your co-workers see what you're watching.  Either way, go now and at least watch Part I.  Because believe me, it's worth it.

I've now watched almost all 22 parts, and I have to say, I am impressed at R. Kelly's storytelling prowess and his sense of the bizarre.  He even incorporates a flatulent midget at one point (I can't remember which part), which makes me think he and David Lynch should totally team up for a bizarro epic free-for-all of weirdness, set to music.  Remember Twin Peaks?   

Comments

[Rachel]

My friends and I had a trapped in the closet party once, back when there was only 12 parts. We still quote it. I, too, thought it was going to be just horrible, but was surprised at what I saw. I mean, it IS horrible, but in a genius kind of way. I don't think that R Kelly meant for it to be genius. I think he stumbled upon it.