Most importantly, he’s the proud son of a single Cuban immigrant mother — and in “American Boy,” he doesn’t let you forget that. “Women are very scary, and they live a violent life behind the scenes,” Hernández jokes. All in all, Hernández’s debut special is a buoyant introduction to his comedy prowess beyond the SNL stage. Even when leaning on the occasional cliché, he’s sincere, he’s charming and he’s clearly got the chops for showbiz success — Domingo or not. Email: [email protected]X: @siriii_rRelated Stories:— Reel Thoughts: Jeremy Allen White delivers a dark, moving performance as Bruce Springsteen— Reel Thoughts: ‘Good Luck Charlie, It’s Christmas!’ is the perfect feel-good holiday flick— Reel Thoughts: Colleen Hoover’s ‘Regretting You’ is a trainwreck you must watch