REBORN: The hit show Atlanta comes back for its second season.
By Maxen Olvera, Staff Writer
The second season of Atlanta has the subtitle “Robbin’ Season,” named for a series of robberies that occur in Atlanta before Christmas and New Year’s because people need to buy Christmas gifts for their families. Robbin’ Season follows a man named Earn, played by Donald Glover, as he lives his life in Atlanta. Earn is a manager for his cousin Alfred, played by Brian Tyree Henry, who is a rapper that goes by the name “Paper Boi.” The pair try to make their way up in the rap game. Meanwhile, Earn also tries to win back his ex girlfriend Vanessa, played by Zazie Beetz.
Atlanta was created by Donald Glover, who dabbles in nearly everything in the entertainment industry. Glover is a comedy writer who wrote for 30 Rock, a performer who starred in Community, and a stand up writer with his own special called Weirdo. Last but not least, he is most popular for his role as the rapper Childish Gambino. Glover has been successful in all of his pursuits, from singing hit songs like “Redbone” to becoming a fan favorite character on every show he starred in. Aside from creating Atlanta, he also stars in it, produces it, and occasionally writes and directs episodes.
Atlanta returns to FX after a two year hiatus. During those two years, the show received critical acclaim and several awards. The show won two Golden Globes, one for Best Television Series-Musical or Comedy and another for Best Actor in a Television Series- Musical or Comedy (Glover). The show also won two Emmys, one for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series and another for Outstanding Directing for a Comedy Series. Glover made history by becoming the first African American to win an Emmy for Outstanding Directing.
Atlanta is a fantastic show because it is something audiences have never seen before. It stars African Americans in central leading roles, whereas other shows do not. The foundation of the success of the show is Glover’s writing. He created a show where people can experience comedy, drama, and good music all at once. Glover’s talent shines through a show that will be remembered for generations.