Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan
Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation | Release Date: November 3, 2006
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Mauro_LanariOct 24, 2020
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Scatological humor with some allusions to QAnon. That's all folks.
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Onlyclassicvg1Sep 26, 2022
The movie film is a government assigned project to broaden and enlight people and glory of nation. Cultural learning is emportant to follow on global basis. We make our nation a better and more convenient place for house and living. KazakhsThe movie film is a government assigned project to broaden and enlight people and glory of nation. Cultural learning is emportant to follow on global basis. We make our nation a better and more convenient place for house and living. Kazakhs are progressive and asstonishing people that with conclusion of project will have new optimistic… Expand
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DiptanshuJul 16, 2022
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Wonderfully wierd and brilliant movie, The simply absurd story with documentry style and brilliant acting it was just amazing, The funny tropes of kazak and the situations in usa with Borat was just charm, the absurd living manners of borat and his journey to america the starting scene with the intro and kissing of her sister and the rapists and whole scene was just brilliantly wierd, The journey in usa, the borat's 1st day in newyork his kissing to people he meet in creepy way and him jerking off in public and the legendary toilet seat washing face scene it was completely out-of-control laughter, the meetings with people the news anchor and feminist meet the way every thing is used to make fun is awesome, The Baywatch and pamela thing was amazing and he's wife death letter as approval and the further journey to california the whole jew and jipsy stuff it was insanely amazing, The national anthem scene and the awesome anthem of kazak was just great and then the hotel fight was insane and then borat solo journey and the guys at van the pamela's s*x tape scene was awesome and then the church scene and at last the meeting with pamela that whole scene was insane and the ending with prostitue as his wife it was an brilliant end and love The ending postcredit mention of "kazak board of flims" not suited for kids under 3 it was just brilliant, Overall it was insanely wierd, whole runtime i was laughing AF, its a classic and a great movie.… Expand
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Werten25Dec 19, 2021
What makes this film so great is it is able to do something so unique without feeling gimmicky. Sasha delivered an unorthodox comedy here. Unfortunately, I do have to remove a few points due to some of the racist and sexual stuff, but asideWhat makes this film so great is it is able to do something so unique without feeling gimmicky. Sasha delivered an unorthodox comedy here. Unfortunately, I do have to remove a few points due to some of the racist and sexual stuff, but aside from that, I had quite a blast watching this film.… Expand
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DawdlingPoetNov 24, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Well, first off, I can see why this is is seen by some as a controversial movie and why the people of Kazakhstan complained about the stereotypes the character put across, I'd be embarrassed if I came from there.

It is quite funny and interesting to see the reaction of different Americans to him, including a group of feminists in NY and a humour coach. It is pretty uncomfortable viewing though, or it was for me anyway, knowing that the Americans in the movie had no idea about the character or anything, although of course it wouldn't really work had they known but it did seem somehow unfair on them and alot of people seemed very uncomfortable at such an over the top foreigner who says very outlandish and rude things. Some of the things that are said in response to him and what he says are quite surprising and interesting at times though, a scene involving Borat singing supposedly the Kazakh national anthem to the tune of the US anthem, at a rodeo show, springs to mind, where people were clapping though what he was saying wasn't very positive.

You can tell that some people are particularly homophobic/racist and wary of foreigners and its this insular part of US (or western in general I suppose) society that the movie is, I suppose, trying to highlight.

It is quite funny in a silly, over the top way in parts, the way Borat behaves, the things he does and says and in other parts of the movie, its really quite uncomfortable viewing, as I said. He uses very strong and sexual, sexist language quite frequently and so I'd say that this isn't recommended for those who are easily offended really (particularly jews).

I feel this probably does have something of a message or a moral behind it somewhere but its a bit too over the top for my personal liking in general, however I can see that some would find this very funny, like those who like to see reality TV contestants get humiliated and I did laugh at it in parts but I did also feel a bit guilty about laughing at it sometimes, considering its not particularly tasteful, really. Then again, if you know much about the character of Borat or the actor, then this shouldn't surprise you.

It also had me wondering near the end of the film, which set of stereotypes it was sending up or questioning but I guess its both, that of a foreigner in another country, otherwise known as being a 'fish out of water' and also of some particularly narrow minded natives, while showing that others are actually quite accepting and tolerant of what would normally be seen as very offensive talk or behaviour, thats almost so over the top in a sense that because he's clearly a foreigner, they let it pass.

I don't know if its particularly fair for him to make Kazakhstan seem such a 'backwards' country but I can see that its done as pure satire really, so it shouldn't, of course, be taken entirely seriously. Its certainly not a movie for everyone though, thats for sure.

Well this is clearly a movie that not everyone will laugh out loud at, or particularly enjoy. As I've said already, this isn't for those who are easily offended, if your not sure if you might be offended by this movie then I'd say its best you not try it really, it could be offensive to some, though I don't think it should be taken too seriously either.

I think if you like the character Borat or are a fan of Sacha Baron Cohen, then you should definitely watch this, if you haven't already. It is particularly over the top and zany in some parts and you can laugh at it from the sheer craziness of it, or at least I did at some parts but I equally felt kind of uncomfortable watching other scenes, given the situation and knowing (from what I remember reading in the press regarding the movie when it first came out) that the American citizens genuinely weren't aware about the movie being filmed etc. even if it was all acted, its still kind of uncomfortable viewing in a way but im sure some would find it quite funny, though given some of the sexist and anti semitic dialogue/'jokes', I wouldn't like to think people would laugh due to agreeing with it!

I think its alright, it is trying to make a point which is kind of fair enough and some parts of it is funny in a way. Obviously this isn't a movie for everyone, like I keep saying and its certainly not for kids (hence the 15 rating it has), there is a scene which features nudity and it almost shows too much, put it that way, so again it will be seen as offensive and over the top to some but to others it probably is really funny. I feel personally im somewhere on the fence about it (if you know what I mean lol), not being a particular fan of Sacha, though I'd heard people at work and most everywhere talk about this movie in the past, so I thought I couldn't not watch it eventually, it seems everyone has seen it, so, now I can be included in that statistic! that doesn't mean its an excellent film though.… Expand
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Dismas228May 17, 2021
Величайший фильм, который продвигает развитие прогрессивного общества. Смотрел со всей семьёй, даже с не родившей ребёнком. 11/10
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cylunFeb 4, 2021
This has become a classic for Cohan's improvisational satirical work. Definitely worth watching if you understand his kind of humor and the mirror of society that he shows.
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geewahJan 23, 2021
A comedy classic and one of the best comedies of the 2000's.
As much a social commentary as it is a riotously good time.
Unlike Baron Cohen's previous cross over from the small screen (Ali G Indahouse), this is far from a dud.
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glommanJan 21, 2021
With all the hype surrounding the second movie, I found myself watching the first one and I don't really get the whole drama / hype / general hysteria around it. Sure, it makes fun of American culture, mocks conservative Americans, isWith all the hype surrounding the second movie, I found myself watching the first one and I don't really get the whole drama / hype / general hysteria around it. Sure, it makes fun of American culture, mocks conservative Americans, is anti-semitic sometimes even, but it's so overblown. It's less than 90 minutes long, with most of the scenes leaving a feel of disappointment in me. It's entertaining, but it's not a milestone of comedy in my opinion.… Expand
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itsmepabloNov 8, 2020
Una película que no necesitaba una secuela, mucho menos una tan politizada y con un mensaje que crítica solo a una postura política cuando en la película anterior criticaba a todos por igual. El humor se pierde y en algunas escenas es muyUna película que no necesitaba una secuela, mucho menos una tan politizada y con un mensaje que crítica solo a una postura política cuando en la película anterior criticaba a todos por igual. El humor se pierde y en algunas escenas es muy forzado.… Expand
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FilmGuyDudeOct 30, 2020
I love this man. Sacha Baron Cohen is a genius and a courageous one at that. This is the type of humor I strive for, unfiltered and completely offensive. It fills my heart that the critics feel just about the same.
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HyruleKratosOct 28, 2020
La mejor película de la historia, entretenimiento asegurado y risas constantes, todo amante del cine debe verla
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JoaoogbrielOct 25, 2020
Very nice. Borat provided a fun experience with dark humor, incestuous jokes and even shows racist people to the public.
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ThatwwefanOct 25, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This movie is so funny I Peed my pants 69 Times while watching this Sacha Baron Cohen is an amazing actor all the cities were funny my favorite to skits for the rodeo in the hotel… Expand
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TudorPopescuOct 24, 2020
I rewatched the first Borat movie before watching the second one. Overall, it's still a good comedy. There are some hilarious scenes, some cringe-inducing (in a good way) scenes and there are also some parts that haven't aged very well andI rewatched the first Borat movie before watching the second one. Overall, it's still a good comedy. There are some hilarious scenes, some cringe-inducing (in a good way) scenes and there are also some parts that haven't aged very well and some parts that were bad even in 2006 when it came out. I still think it's worth a watch. It's an interesting movie.… Expand
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SunligthoXDOct 23, 2020
Ta buena la película con un humor crudo pero bastante sensato el mensaje que da.
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akshatmahajanOct 23, 2020
Borat: Cultural Learnings of American for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan was fairly amusing, but nothing more than that.

The satirical idea for the film is simply brilliant. The character of Borat is racist, misogynist, raunchy,Borat: Cultural Learnings of American for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan was fairly amusing, but nothing more than that.

The satirical idea for the film is simply brilliant. The character of Borat is racist, misogynist, raunchy, and just downright vile in the way he acts. And the Americans he talks to either do not realize what is going on, or actually agree with him. The tour he takes across the United States involves a plethora of random, everyday citizens being duped in this fashion.

But unfortunately, it is a one-note joke. The film loses steam after thirty minutes, and can barely pick up afterwards. The proceeding minutes had their share of laughs and shocks, but nowhere near as much as the first little bit. It just sets itself up far too well, and fails to live up to its original design. The execution really should have told people from the start that it would not work for a ninety minute long film.

There are no proper words to describe Cohen and his schtick. It really is a sight to marvel all on its own. His dedication and perfection in this role is nearly unheralded in my mind.

Overall, I would recommend everyone to watch and enjoy it.… Expand
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Ezekiel813Oct 23, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This movie seemed like they spent an afternoon writing a script. The plot about with the daughter dragged on. Once you thought a new scene was coming they could have some great opportunity for humor it was a let down. Sasha Baron Cohan’s Showtime show was much more thought out and hit the point of the times more effectively than this movie. A lot of hype for a less than mediocre film.… Expand
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MahmusOct 20, 2020
With the sequel coming out and Baron Cohen's performance in The Trial of the Chicago 7 stealing the whole movie, it was about time I watched Borat.

Two words: Very nice. Borat shows the best, the worst and the ugliest of America through theWith the sequel coming out and Baron Cohen's performance in The Trial of the Chicago 7 stealing the whole movie, it was about time I watched Borat.

Two words: Very nice.

Borat shows the best, the worst and the ugliest of America through the eyes of the most deliciously offensive character to ever win my heart. Watching him **** with people is incredibly awkward, but also absolutely hilarious.… Expand
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kman1014Oct 18, 2020
I absolutely love Borat. It’s so thought out that the humor lands perfect every time.
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Toasty87Jul 12, 2020
Very very funny with lots of WTF moments and cringe it's a film we don't deserve but was awarded with.
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BlichfeldtMay 13, 2020
Such a great movie, really recomend it......................................
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40mangunshotJan 15, 2020
One of my favorite comedies ever! Sacha Baron Cohen's best comedic creation Borat, will make you laugh like no other. Definitely one of the best satirical comedies ever.
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amheretojudgeAug 5, 2019
Sacha's skills on questioning as an interviewer are no match to his answers that he voluntarily whispers.

Borat: The Cultural Learnings Of America For Make Benefit Glorious Nation Of Kazakhstan Sacha Baron Cohen remains the raunchiest wittySacha's skills on questioning as an interviewer are no match to his answers that he voluntarily whispers.

Borat: The Cultural Learnings Of America For Make Benefit Glorious Nation Of Kazakhstan

Sacha Baron Cohen remains the raunchiest witty comic personality to this day and his work couldn't define him better than this political comedy. This political agenda that it pursues or lives and dies for, isn't actually political. Very early in the film, the premise gets lost and you are left with an outdated man in an out-of-comfort territory trying to fit in. This cultural difference that Sacha has created remains mythical. In the sense that whenever he compares, and he does compare a lot, to all the new things he, as entitled to and is keen towards, insists on learning is often mashed on your face with absurd level of wrong-ness that leaves long gasping of air in the room rather than a riot of laughter.

And this is what it looks forward to. Not that it doesn't consist of belly aching laughs, there are plenty of ongoing gags like Cohen's jealous neighbor, his way of greeting, him describing his family and his love for a TV star actress that he found out just last night. Addition to that, his political incorrectness, social incompetence, communication problems, gender inequality, hygiene issues and unflinching honest confessions are just a few other things that adds up to the laughter.

And crafting this very unearthly character Sacha never persists on us to get manipulated or fall for his views. It is not later on, until you feel this. For, for the time being you do feel sorry for him, that empathy is what Sacha inadvertently works on and can't help himself but make his audience fell normalized by his behavior, his language, something that would be off putting and maniacally dangerous, if peeled off and observed individually. Borat remains a genius authentic comic adventure for its effortless procedure, it is so simple that no one could come up with it.… Expand
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death12123Jun 2, 2019
Funny and crude humor. Borat is a classic and a funny movie that's just worth checking out.
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NronQsrJan 5, 2019
Very funny and with politically incorrect content. Very enjoyable. The film tries to make jokes and to criticize through humor.
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BilalPervaiz58Nov 7, 2018
The Best Comedy Film I have ever seen !!!
Tremendous Comedy, Many scenes recorded secretly & did comedy & people didn't even know, its like Real-Life Comedy experiential Type Movie...
Just Amazing also covered & supported many seriousThe Best Comedy Film I have ever seen !!!
Tremendous Comedy, Many scenes recorded secretly & did comedy & people didn't even know, its like Real-Life Comedy experiential Type Movie...
Just Amazing also covered & supported many serious Problems/ issues of the world during Comedy.... e.g women empowerment, religion fraud etc
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AndremaxSep 6, 2018
Extremely hillarious at the same time that is clever and acid, beyond oligarchic humor style.
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FilipeNetoJun 12, 2018
I remember that this film caused a lot of buzz when it debuted and everyone was talking about it. Obviously, in front of such a film its difficult to remain indifferent but, whether you like it or hate it, truth has to be said: it's a funnyI remember that this film caused a lot of buzz when it debuted and everyone was talking about it. Obviously, in front of such a film its difficult to remain indifferent but, whether you like it or hate it, truth has to be said: it's a funny movie that uses (abuses) non-sense comedy but it's very hard to digest. Despite having the laudable courage to break hundreds of taboos and talk about things that would never be addressed in a movie in other way, it does so with a deeply offensive comedy, ungrateful for those who are subject of the jokes. In this film, the target shot down by Sacha Baron Cohen is the "politically correct". The character himself, a pseudo-journalist from Kazakhstan, is brilliant because he can convey to reality all our preconceived ideas when we think of someone from that remote region of the world. Unfortunately, he does it in a very offensive way for Kazakhstan itself, which earned the British comedian intense (and understandable) criticism, coupled with criticism of the film's anti-Semitic humor (Cohen himself is a Jew). The film also criticizes the US and the American way of life. I was always unsure if the people who came out in the movie were aware that they were being filmed for a humor film but, whether as non-sense humor or as severe social criticism, the film works.

The movie is good for anyone who likes non-sense comedy and does not mind being the subject of some jokes. For all other audiences, it may seem indigestible for several reasons. Kids, in particular, should not watch this movie. Only an absolutely clueless father would let a child watch a movie like that.… Expand
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JPKMar 18, 2018
By Far One Of The Funniest Movies I've Ever Seen
Sacha Baron Cohen Nails Every Single Scene In This Film.
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annbdDec 26, 2017
Too much vulgarity. I give 6/10 like the times I laughed. Overall I don't recommend it.
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BlancheNov 19, 2017
Outrageously crude and immensely offensive, this movie shatters boundaries and beyond to even make people with the darkest humour feel uncomfortable at times. It just seems to break all the rules - and naturally some people are unable to copeOutrageously crude and immensely offensive, this movie shatters boundaries and beyond to even make people with the darkest humour feel uncomfortable at times. It just seems to break all the rules - and naturally some people are unable to cope with how potent the comedy is. I would have scored this film higher, but some of the jokes and scenes didn't land. Not because they were too offensive, I just found them unfunny. Otherwise, a great film.… Expand
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destinyfan1Aug 17, 2017
HAHAHAH yeah this movie is offensive , but if you don't get offended you whill die of laugh , its those comedies you will remember for many years!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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KakozoFeb 18, 2017
Borat is a comedy that makes us think about our lives...
After I watched it I asked myself "Am I actually living...?
Or I'm just spending my precious time in a disgusting way?"
I really think we should pay more attention to our way of life!
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VerIncognitoDec 19, 2016
Very nice! High five! This "mockumentary" exposes the disgusting prejudices and ignorance of people. With Borat being politically incorrect, it shows that some people are not only willing to go along with it, they endorse it, like the guy inVery nice! High five! This "mockumentary" exposes the disgusting prejudices and ignorance of people. With Borat being politically incorrect, it shows that some people are not only willing to go along with it, they endorse it, like the guy in the rodeo who agreed with Borat on hanging homosexuals and the frat boys who are angry about minorities and women gaining more power that they cannot enslave them anymore. Borat, of course, as a character is funny in his own right. This film will be a 21st century classic for sure, if it hasn't already. It's because it's the worst film ever made...NOT!… Expand
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SpangleAug 30, 2016
Borat feels utterly surreal. It is hard to comprehend this film existing, let alone being as acclaimed as it stands today. Risque, gutsy, and impressively smart, Borat is just not my kind of film. Not my type of humor, as it felt like SachaBorat feels utterly surreal. It is hard to comprehend this film existing, let alone being as acclaimed as it stands today. Risque, gutsy, and impressively smart, Borat is just not my kind of film. Not my type of humor, as it felt like Sacha Baron Cohen just said stupid stuff that sounded funny and could be funny, but feels entirely as if you had to be there to get it. As I was not on the set while filming occurred, I did not find it funny. That said, it is impossible not to find it thoroughly impressive they went through with this audacious attempt at a film considering how many groups it likely offended. Overall, Borat is a classic to many. While it caused me to chuckle a few times, I just did not get it. However, I can certainly appreciate what it attempted to do.… Expand
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Captain_ChaosJun 22, 2016
Borat manages to be both persistently unfunny and incredibly disgusting. I've never been one for awkward humor, and I just end up feeling sorry for the poor saps on the receiving end of this character, unaware that they are being punked forBorat manages to be both persistently unfunny and incredibly disgusting. I've never been one for awkward humor, and I just end up feeling sorry for the poor saps on the receiving end of this character, unaware that they are being punked for the amusement of the masses. I would not have payed for Borat, and were I the sort to walk out of a movie, Borat would have been the first.… Expand
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PeterayMay 20, 2016
In my 40 years this is one of the five movies I have actually walked out of the theater from. I don't understand what is wrong with America these days. This is NOT FUNNY. All they do in this film is try to shock with scatological, sexual,In my 40 years this is one of the five movies I have actually walked out of the theater from. I don't understand what is wrong with America these days. This is NOT FUNNY. All they do in this film is try to shock with scatological, sexual, and taboo behavior while breaking conventions. ...GARBAGE... Worst movie I have ever seen in my life. I'd rather spend two hours staring into the sun.… Expand
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CaillouPettisMay 18, 2016
Borat is a different take on a comedy, and something that's never been done before. It's complete with tons of humor that had me rolling in tears from the film, a rare thing for me. Definitely see Borat if you want to experience a differentBorat is a different take on a comedy, and something that's never been done before. It's complete with tons of humor that had me rolling in tears from the film, a rare thing for me. Definitely see Borat if you want to experience a different take on a comedy!… Expand
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EpicLadySpongeApr 13, 2016
Dang, that title's so long it can take up most of a review when you're done typing and it still requires you to enter the 150 character limit. With Borat, nothing can make America look incredibly great-looking towards Kazakhstan.
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ReviewScopeFeb 28, 2016
One of the best movies of all time, Borat: Cultural Learnings of American for make benefit glorious nation of Kazakhstan is a hilarious movie, while making many statements in terms of racism, sexism and more. I am happy that this movie isOne of the best movies of all time, Borat: Cultural Learnings of American for make benefit glorious nation of Kazakhstan is a hilarious movie, while making many statements in terms of racism, sexism and more. I am happy that this movie is such a success and that it further made Sacha Baron Cohen the legend he is today! Great success! Very nice! I wouldn't recommend his film if you get easily offended though...… Expand
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jackalskOct 16, 2015
Intelligent and open-minded people usually lough. Others feel offended .
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TrilobiteGAug 18, 2015
A downright dark, disgusting and hilarious comedy from Sacha Baron Cohen. His humour has no boundaries and it is again one of my favourite kinds of humour in the world. The story needed to pick up at a few moments but in the end a veryA downright dark, disgusting and hilarious comedy from Sacha Baron Cohen. His humour has no boundaries and it is again one of my favourite kinds of humour in the world. The story needed to pick up at a few moments but in the end a very enjoyable comedy.… Expand
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jimmyp3May 16, 2015
Great Film, very cringe but overall great. Find the 0's quite amusing, as it appears most bad reviews are from people angry at the world or offended very easily.
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SnowDayJan 23, 2015
Borat is the funniest movie ever made. I will, for the rest of my life, be quoting the hilarity that ensues in this unique and magically ingenious farce.
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BradySmithJan 3, 2015
This movie may not be as great as many people claim, but it sure is crazy. There are a decent amount of funny scenes. Were all the scenes actually scripted? I don't know, but the mockumentary setup was used pretty creatively anyways. SomeThis movie may not be as great as many people claim, but it sure is crazy. There are a decent amount of funny scenes. Were all the scenes actually scripted? I don't know, but the mockumentary setup was used pretty creatively anyways. Some scenes go way too far, such as a naked hotel fight, and some other scenes actually fell flat for me, but Borat is always an amusing character no matter what's going on around him. It's a funny movie overall, and worth a look if you're into outrageous jokes. It's also a decent satire on how ridiculously some people act, but it's not the masterpiece many have proclaimed.… Expand
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googolendtimesNov 19, 2014
Crass, provocative, ambitious, bitingly satiric and gut-bustlingly funny, Borat holds the distinction of being perhaps both the best comedy of the decades and one of the most skilful social experiments and commentaries ever attempted.
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ZuqolynOct 2, 2014
I love Sacha Baron Cohen's works, and even though I'm truly amazed by the things he dares to do, Borat was a little uncomfortable to watch. At times it was simply disgusting, and I don't see how those scenes add any humor or meaning to the movie.
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KaptainHutchinoDec 12, 2013
So stupid it's funny. The titular character delivers many controversial laughs, so stay away if you're easily offended. I'm actually surprised it has such a high score.
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ThegodfathersonDec 8, 2013
The movie takes aim at both individuals and social institutions, and this time lampoons not just America but the world outside it by Borat's reactions. In a strange way though, it also says some rather nice things about our country, simply byThe movie takes aim at both individuals and social institutions, and this time lampoons not just America but the world outside it by Borat's reactions. In a strange way though, it also says some rather nice things about our country, simply by comparison to Borat's backwards, savage little home. Ultimately though, it's offensive, vicious, and unrelenting in its satire of everyone and everything. It's also ridiculously funny. There are things in this film that will literally blow your mind. A day after I saw it, I still have a hard time believing that the Borat's big finale actually happened. How does he get away with it? It's a rare movie that manages to be disgusting, filthy, and incredibly intelligent all at once. Sacha Baron Cohen is a genius, and his new film is a comedic masterpiece. Oh, and wow wow wee waa is it ever funny.… Expand
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DaEagleNov 15, 2013
A generally offensive, gross and a laugh-out-loud funny movie. There's a lot of laughs to be had, and it's uniquely created by actually combining real-time events with characters made for the story. It's a movie not to be forgotten for it'sA generally offensive, gross and a laugh-out-loud funny movie. There's a lot of laughs to be had, and it's uniquely created by actually combining real-time events with characters made for the story. It's a movie not to be forgotten for it's uniqueness and by the laughs that you'll definitely get by watching this (Final Score: 8.02)… Expand
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TriasadiJul 13, 2013
This movie is terrible.....NOT
Jak się masz!
Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan is a classic. I'd say it's one of the funniest movie of all time.
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Trev29Jun 11, 2013
Tiring and down-right disgusting at times. The movie made its point a few minutes in, and after that it just becomes boring. I just found it to be obnoxious and vile.
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KivaJun 9, 2013
Stop reading reviews watch that movie and laugh till you cry
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CaestusMar 23, 2013
Real amusing and funny film. Laughed hard watching this.
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csw12Feb 24, 2013
Borat has some very funny scenes, especially in the beginning, but I began to notice a little past the half way mark the movie was starting to drag. You can only go so far with shock humor before it becomes redundant.
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Tss5078Feb 24, 2013
Out of all of Sacha Baron Cohen's characters, Borat is by far the funniest and that's why he decided to make his first big studio film about him. There is no doubt this movie is hysterical, anyone who doesn't find this funny really must haveOut of all of Sacha Baron Cohen's characters, Borat is by far the funniest and that's why he decided to make his first big studio film about him. There is no doubt this movie is hysterical, anyone who doesn't find this funny really must have something wrong with them, but how far is too far to push the envelope? I don't get offended easily, but lines like "Senator Chocolate Face" and "the Jews repeating their attack of 9/11" were more than slightly over the line. While the line is much further away in the uncensored market, it does still exist, and Cohen does cross it on several occasions. I laughed until I cried, Borat is one of the funniest movies I have ever seen. I was however offended by several of the things he said and that's why It gets 4 instead of 5 stars.… Expand
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asdasd33aFeb 7, 2013
I dont mind offensive if it serves some kind of purpose. I guess the creators purpose was to be funny and point out cultural idiosyncrasies. What they got is just offensive pile of that is this movie.

not even remotely funny unless youI dont mind offensive if it serves some kind of purpose. I guess the creators purpose was to be funny and point out cultural idiosyncrasies. What they got is just offensive pile of that is this movie.

not even remotely funny unless you definition of funny is toilet humor… Expand
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ReviewGuy818Jan 14, 2013
This movie is absolutely hilarious, and great for the over 13 crowd. With it's colorful cast, interesting premise, and original plot, Borat surely is a 9/10. It could have been a tiny bit longer, but aside from that, this film is perfect.
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JawsLaxerDramaDec 22, 2012
The whole purpose of this movie is be a mockumentary. Sacha Baron Cohen is actually a Jewish person; and while some gags are truly worth seeing, to me, Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan isThe whole purpose of this movie is be a mockumentary. Sacha Baron Cohen is actually a Jewish person; and while some gags are truly worth seeing, to me, Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan is worth while. Comically timed, and portrayed by actual people...this movie couldn't have been funnier. B+… Expand
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kublay0880Dec 20, 2012
Not funny? insults a foreign country? insults people? are you really going to complain about these things now? The people that say all these things are people that really are not into movies, because that thing of insulting others has beenNot funny? insults a foreign country? insults people? are you really going to complain about these things now? The people that say all these things are people that really are not into movies, because that thing of insulting others has been the killing punch of all comic movies, all comic movies insult other people and other countries. Remember Charlie Chaplin making fun of Hitler? or Team America making fun of China? come on!!! and other dozen movies that come to my mind. Or how about the whole country making fun of their own elected president on national media (George W. Bush) because he was holding a book upside down! I say hypocrites. Leaving my aggravation aside, the movie it's just daring, very brave and smart. It's not perfect but it sure was one of the best comic movies of its time.… Expand
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Compi24Nov 28, 2012
Like watching a clown getting into a car crash, "Borat" is hard to watch, yet impossible not to watch. In the end, it proves to be an unbelievably amusing mockumentary.
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imthenoobNov 22, 2012
It's not for everyone, Let's just get that clear. It's the kind of humor that some people will find hilarious while others find it stupid. That being said, It's still a funny film imo and pretty memorable as well. I liked it.
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NKOASNov 17, 2012
Seeing Borat for the first time was a revelation. No one had ever before pushed the envelope so far, so much, and so...smart. Never before had someone created such a clever satire as to rouse the praises of even the stuffiest critic, whileSeeing Borat for the first time was a revelation. No one had ever before pushed the envelope so far, so much, and so...smart. Never before had someone created such a clever satire as to rouse the praises of even the stuffiest critic, while being so low-brow and dirty as to make even the dumbest guy you went to high school with say "Very nice!" over and over again. Though virtually forgotten now, it's worth the revisit.… Expand
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GarianAug 19, 2012
This movie was absolutely hilarious, I'd love to watch it again sometime soon, it kept me laughing throughout the whole thing. The title of the film itself is hilarious. But the best part is that the story isn't even that bad for a comedyThis movie was absolutely hilarious, I'd love to watch it again sometime soon, it kept me laughing throughout the whole thing. The title of the film itself is hilarious. But the best part is that the story isn't even that bad for a comedy film, it is almost believable.… Expand
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TokyochuchuAug 8, 2012
Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan is an unbelievably funny comedy made by an absolute comic genius at the height of his powers. Whilst the documentary nature of the movie ultimately holds itBorat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan is an unbelievably funny comedy made by an absolute comic genius at the height of his powers. Whilst the documentary nature of the movie ultimately holds it back from attaining perfection, it is such a delight to see Sacha Baron Cohen carefully set up the noose and then watch his idiot victims eagerly walk into it and hang themselves. This is a movie that makes me laugh so much that it's sometimes hard to catch a breath!… Expand
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Ozzy0071Jul 20, 2012
Borat is stupid, sooooooo stupid. It isn't even funny. It goes beyond the line of funny, into stupidness, BEYOND stupidness and into something which is just... disgusting. I'm not easily offended, or anything like that, but anyone with senseBorat is stupid, sooooooo stupid. It isn't even funny. It goes beyond the line of funny, into stupidness, BEYOND stupidness and into something which is just... disgusting. I'm not easily offended, or anything like that, but anyone with sense would just find the film just... it's the worst film I've ever seen. I watched an hour of it and I will not watch anymore. I won't even watch the part I've seen again.
I'm a teenager myself (15 years old), and if other people like it when they're just stupid in my opinion. Anyone in the right sense of mind cannot possibly like a film like this. It isn't smart, funny, witty or anything like that which a comedy film SHOULD be. It's just stupid, ridiculous, offensive and sooooooooo graphic. Some of the things it says, some of the things that happen... I swear it should be banned.

Worst film ever. If you want a good comedy, try something like Hot Fuzz.… Expand
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Tall_But_ShortMay 17, 2012
This is the first Sacha Baron Cohen movie I have ever seen (Hugo doesn't count) and I have to say....it lived up to my expectations. Everyone I know has been telling me to watch this film and it truly is one of the funniest films I have everThis is the first Sacha Baron Cohen movie I have ever seen (Hugo doesn't count) and I have to say....it lived up to my expectations. Everyone I know has been telling me to watch this film and it truly is one of the funniest films I have ever seen. From beginning to end, there is not one boring scene. Sacha Baron Cohen is a great comic and the biggest "troll" of all time. Every single thing he does in this film is hilarious throughout from running nude in a hotel all the way to attempting to kidnap Pamela Anderson. Borat is just plain fun...not for the whole family though. I'm sure Cohen has many haters for this film but I see it as just him doing his job, being an entertainer. And he really delivers.… Expand
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joker341May 17, 2012
This is very funny movie!! Sacha Baren Cohen makes me laugh everytime he does something stupid!
This movie is one of my favourites! This movie was nominated for Oscar foe a reason!
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RSKMar 8, 2012
There are only a handful of comedies that I would give a 10, and this is one of them. I've never seen a funnier performance than Sacha's in this movie. All-time classic.
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j30Feb 13, 2012
Borat is a flat out hilarious movie, where Sacha Baron Cohen shins on every level. The only reason I don't give the movie a 10 is some of the scenes go on for way too long and kind of lose their welcome. Regardless I highly recommend this film.
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spadenxDec 8, 2011
It started off so good and it is funny at parts but it just gets so stupid that you cant look past it. A lot of wasted potential in this film but its still solid.
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snowcoldDec 5, 2011
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Jagshemash! I laughed so hard! It's offensive but it's really great! Borat must be one of the funniest movies ever! If you're a jew, you might not like it that much, but Cohen is too...I watched the movie a couple of times, and it is really made perfectly. The mocking of jews, Kazakhstan and the scene in which they run around naked are all great... Watch the movie!… Expand
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MichaelDNov 23, 2011
All I can say is what a movie! There were some parts that were hilarious and some parts that were just disturbing! But Borat has a different type of humour which you either love it or hate it. But I am one of those people who loves this typeAll I can say is what a movie! There were some parts that were hilarious and some parts that were just disturbing! But Borat has a different type of humour which you either love it or hate it. But I am one of those people who loves this type of humour.… Expand
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grandpajoe6191Oct 10, 2011
Jagshemash! "Borat: Cultural Learnings of...screw this" is a offensive movie, thanks to the skillfully annoying 'clown' Sacha Baron Cohen, that will create massive haters for its extreme mock/satire. But, as a hater of the movie, I knew thatJagshemash! "Borat: Cultural Learnings of...screw this" is a offensive movie, thanks to the skillfully annoying 'clown' Sacha Baron Cohen, that will create massive haters for its extreme mock/satire. But, as a hater of the movie, I knew that the elusive film wasn't lying about their greedy, selfish, unfriendly portrayal of us; they were correct of our foolishness.… Expand
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ImUnavailableOct 7, 2011
A one of a kind film that is as cuttingly insightful as is it incredibly funny. Borat cleverly manipulates people into saying what they really mean and showing their true selves through various interviews and surreal situations. He engagesA one of a kind film that is as cuttingly insightful as is it incredibly funny. Borat cleverly manipulates people into saying what they really mean and showing their true selves through various interviews and surreal situations. He engages with multiple elements of modern America and manages to extract humor by pushing them past their comfort zones. The fact that a story was intertwined with all this only adds to the films excellence.… Expand
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lunixJul 10, 2011
Usually I'm not one to leave a movie in-progress, but I couldn't stand this one. I made it about twenty minutes before turning it off. I was quite pleased that I hadn't wasted movie fare on this unfunny, low-brow stinkburger.
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Bender99Jul 5, 2011
Borat was very funny, but it could of done a little better. They could of made it the greatest movie in the world. But I still think that Borat is one of the most funny movies that I've ever seen.
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SusanoJun 20, 2011
Not only a truly great modern comedy, but more importantly, still funny after the 100th time you've watched it (well, almost). It's not always funny, but when it is, it's bloody hilarious. I wouldn't call it all that clever though, the funNot only a truly great modern comedy, but more importantly, still funny after the 100th time you've watched it (well, almost). It's not always funny, but when it is, it's bloody hilarious. I wouldn't call it all that clever though, the fun stems from the publics' brilliant reactions.… Expand
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PaxsterOct 6, 2010
It's a little genius of a comic film with a genius comic behind him. Baron Cohen somehow mixes the ridiculous with the believeable to make people think he really is Borat and then makes the American people look stupid and foolish. But isIt's a little genius of a comic film with a genius comic behind him. Baron Cohen somehow mixes the ridiculous with the believeable to make people think he really is Borat and then makes the American people look stupid and foolish. But is there some dark, underlying, non-comic theme here? Maybe America isn't such a great nation as we all like to think.… Expand
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ERG1008Aug 19, 2010
Sasha Baron Cohen with his feature length film about everyone's favourite Kazakstani.
SBC does have a knack (as he did wth Ali G) of making the general public look stupid through their own ignorance with the etiquette coaches being mySasha Baron Cohen with his feature length film about everyone's favourite Kazakstani.
SBC does have a knack (as he did wth Ali G) of making the general public look stupid through their own ignorance with the etiquette coaches being my personal favourite. Everytime I get in a lift now I think about "the room" bit too.
Although a lot of it is staged, it is still very, very funny with a few toe-curling cringe moments thrown in.… Expand
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HelpUJul 20, 2009
Want to see a movie that your mommy and the evil government doesn't want you to see? Then prepare to wet your diaper in glee because its Borat. Believe it or not, I actually saw this one with my parents. I remember that day it was at Want to see a movie that your mommy and the evil government doesn't want you to see? Then prepare to wet your diaper in glee because its Borat. Believe it or not, I actually saw this one with my parents. I remember that day it was at the cheap theatre just in case it sucked and we got our moneys worth $1 but I can never replace the time lost. To start off, the jokes weren't funny and repetitive a bad combination in my book. The running joke is that he is from Kazakhstan and doesn't know much about America which is totally ignorant because... the funny thing is.... people in Kazakhstan know more about America than Americans know about Kazakhstan. Sometimes, it seems that Ali G, pulls down his pants and shits on the culture which is as insensitive as the "American" culture Ali is trying to portray. After the movie I didn't even have to ask my parents what they thought, they straight up said," Maybe if you cut out all of the story you could have put it on a crappy version of SNL, Madtv perhaps, and spared everyone of the story." That was my dad... My mom,"It seems like they put all the best jokes in the commercials, which could have been on MadTv as a fake commercial." And I said,"Ya, the movie based itself on a joke that just sucked." And they both concluded, "Ya, we kinda saw that, we knew it was going to suck, we just wanted to see the movie that was supposed to be revolutionary." ("Ya that movie was pretty forgettable,"... "What movie?" And we all laughed) that part didn't actually happen but it pretty much summed up how we felt. Its actually funny I wasn't going to see the movie until my parents took me because I didn't want to see the movie that spawned, "High Five", "Great Success", and "Very Nice" the phrases I heard everywhere too many times and I didn't think were funny at all. And it seemed like everyone was watching it because it was controversial. Why did I give it a 3? I think that the movie actually tried to make a good joke and completely failed in execution.… Expand
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MilesBJul 16, 2009
How anyone can say that this film is not a genre defining if not comedy-REdefining film is unthinkable. By having a character so seemingly oblivious to the boundaries of acceptability laid down by western culture, he expertly exposes the How anyone can say that this film is not a genre defining if not comedy-REdefining film is unthinkable. By having a character so seemingly oblivious to the boundaries of acceptability laid down by western culture, he expertly exposes the racism and hypocrisy evident in American society. This is a masterpiece of psychological and subversive satire. People who attack this film are narrow minded and ignorant, perhaps not so much offended as they are scared by the revelations of America's metaphorical skeletons in its closet.… Expand
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DallinPJul 13, 2009
Literally the only movie I ever felt was worth buying so I could watch it over and over again. This movie is raunch and hilarious and really does fit its premise of revealing what America is really like.
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LukeM.Jul 10, 2009
One of the funniest, if not the funniest movie I have ever seen. Jack P, while the movie is awesome, if you literally bust a gut every time you saw the movie, you would probably die.
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DavidPJul 7, 2009
This movie is over-hyped garbage. I don't understand how this movie has such a high Metascore and some really good movies have such low ones. The entire Borat Metacritic page is a testament to how unreliable professional critics are at This movie is over-hyped garbage. I don't understand how this movie has such a high Metascore and some really good movies have such low ones. The entire Borat Metacritic page is a testament to how unreliable professional critics are at telling a good movie apart from a bad one.… Expand
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CocoBunnyJun 23, 2009
High expectations, big letdown. While it has its funny moments, it dragged at times. And dragged. And dragged. Surely Cohen could have come up with more funny stuff--or edited some of the lulls out--to fill the whole running time. If High expectations, big letdown. While it has its funny moments, it dragged at times. And dragged. And dragged. Surely Cohen could have come up with more funny stuff--or edited some of the lulls out--to fill the whole running time. If you're a fan of gross-out comedies, you'll like this.… Expand
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AshSJun 16, 2009
I personally find this movie to be an amazingly funny satire on the casual racism and prejudice that seems to make up parts of America, rather then a serious film - and it does this greatly.
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GlenMMay 31, 2009
It's OK to hate this movie, to call it sexist, racist, anti-semitic, unfunny etc. What's not OK is to make inferences about the intelligence of those who find it funny. Sorry to burst your bubble but if you hate it you're not It's OK to hate this movie, to call it sexist, racist, anti-semitic, unfunny etc. What's not OK is to make inferences about the intelligence of those who find it funny. Sorry to burst your bubble but if you hate it you're not in an enlightened minority who weren't "sucked in." There are intelligent people with different tastes to you. Otherwise you're defining intelligent as "someone who agrees with me." I hope none of you would break up a friendship or marriage because the other person found Borat hilarious. Peace.… Expand
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JackPApr 17, 2009
Sacha Baron Cohen is a fantastic satirist. I literally bust a gut laughing every time I see this movie. It's the funniest film of all time without a doubt.
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WVFeb 16, 2009
Non-stop gut-bustingly funny. For those horrified at the "adolescent" humour; it is you who are the children, blinded by the lower thinking, unaware of the satire. You are the ones we are lauging at. Go Borat! High-Five!
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AaronB.Jan 18, 2009
Side-splitting irreverence from start to finish, but surprisingly a ringing indictment on the ugly underbelly of American society. Loved it!
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JoeRJan 1, 2009
Raunchy, sick, and somewhat disturbed, Borat is full of laughs.
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richardrDec 20, 2008
A classic. If you have to ask, you will never know.
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JohnO.Sep 24, 2008
Horrendous, with glimpses of adolescent humor.
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EricH.Sep 6, 2008
Horribly crude. Not funny, just stupidly crude.
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SZ.Aug 13, 2008
Hilarious, but disturbing.
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AjithS.Aug 7, 2008
This movie wasn't funny at all. I cant understand the high scores.
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KevinC.Jul 21, 2008
"WOW"-This is probably the first thing many people said at their first glance at this movie. Not only because of how funny it was, but also because of how Borat was able to say things that we all want to say but don't think is "WOW"-This is probably the first thing many people said at their first glance at this movie. Not only because of how funny it was, but also because of how Borat was able to say things that we all want to say but don't think is appropriate. definitely an awesome movie. HIGH FIVE!!… Expand
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