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Sacha Baron Cohen (TV: Da Ali G Show), Anthony Hines (TV: Da Ali G Show), Peter Baynham (TV: I’m Not Animal), Dan Mazer (TV: Da Ali G Show), Todd Phillips [story] (School For Scoundrels) |
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Borat - definitely not for everyone; but, if you’re the kind of guy who gets his breakfast from a keg, then it's probably the movie for you!
Before seeing this film, we didn’t know where Borat came from, but now we do. Sacha Baron Cohen is a comedian in England who has as show that features Borat as one of his characters. When acting the Borat character, he pretends he’s from Kazahkstan, dons on a fake mustache and accent and puts on an act that is over-the-top weird and disturbing in front of un-expecting people until he makes them feel completely uncomfortable. Borat the movie is just that, except for nearly two hours. It’s shot like a documentary and the story is that Borat is traveling across the United States doing research for the people of Kazahkstan…and on a quest to find Pamela Anderson. Unfortunately, everything he does along the way is stupid, disgusting, offensive, and crude.
Borat is definitely "politically incorrect" and crude. In fact, it's got some naked wrestling in it that may scar you for life! However, there is a certain novelty to the comedy, including the way they involve unsuspecting bystanders and never break character. And, buried in all that "nothing is sacred" 8th grade humor, there’s even a little social commentary and political satire. As a movie . . . well, it almost really isn’t. But, as a phenomenon, who knows? While most will find it unappealing or even offensive, those who like the South Park and Jackass bodies of work will love Borat.
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On the Movie Night Traffic Light on a scale of GREEN meaning “Go – it’s a must see”, YELLOW meaning “Caution – it’s okay” and RED meaning “No - stop don’t do it."
We rate Borat RED. Stop - we have to rate this a red just to maintain some dignity, even though it’s probably going to create a cult like following. |
