Seriously... The best comedy I have ever seen.

Rating: 10/10 (28 February 2011)

This film will definitely not be appreciated by everyone but the irony is that there would be no comedy if it was.
Sacha Baron Cohen is an extremely versatile actor which is shown perfectly by his other character's, Ali G and Bruno. He is the best actor I can think of because some people actually believe his character's to be real. This would make him the perfect undercover spy or journalist because he is able to manipulate people and expose their prejudices. Whereas, the prejudices Borat claims e.g. Antisemitism, homophobia, misogyny, racism are not ones that the actor shares. He is also Jewish himself which makes the Antisemitism part of the humour. This is what helps him to get away with the countless times he has been sued, even by an entire nation! However, what Kazakhstan fail to appreciate is that Borat has helped to put it on the map!
The plot and the socially deviant stunts are cleverly conceived. There are very few people brave enough to do what Baron Cohen and Ken Davitian do in this movie which makes the film hilarious (Particularly the rodeo scene). Most of the narrative was made up as they went along and it must be very low budget which is skillful! The structure of it can be best described as a 'Mockumentary' because it's styled like a documentary which then becomes a Rom-com starring real, unsuspecting people.
My film teacher told me that there are as many ways of interpreting a film as there are people who watch them and that our personal experiences shape this interpretation. My first experience of watching this film was managing to buy a ticket, with my friend, several months shy off 15 which made it a daring and unforgettable adventure in itself. The character is so unique that I still hear and use his quotes frequently. In order to enjoy this film, I suggest an open and tolerable mind in order to see the genius behind it as I have. Also, prepare to cringe at some parts.
If you like this kind of film, I recommend Chris Morris' 'Four Lions', 'Jackass' and of course Ali G and Bruno. IT'Z NICE!