New shingle for Sacha Baron Cohen Nov 6, 2009
After making movies out of all three characters he created for "Da Ali G Show," Sacha Baron Cohen has created a production company to generate scripted comic vehicles for himself. Baron Cohen has formed Four By Two Films, and has gotten his production shingle off to a rousing start with a spec pitch auction that saw Columbia Pictures spend seven-figures to beat out two other studios for an untitled vehicle for him. (Variety)
Summer Comedies Promise Big Laughs Aug 11, 2009
In "Bruno," Cohen again flings a character from his TV series "Da Ali G Show" into the real world, where director Larry Charles' cameras capture his interactions with seemingly unknowing citizens. The culture clash of his gay Austrian fashion reporter might be even greater than that of his Kazakh journalist. (CBS News -- Entertainment)
Movie review: 'Bruno' is a complete waste of time Jul 25, 2009
But as Borat in 2006, and now Bruno both characters derived from his Da Ali G Show he is not in the least. Yes, there are people who really liked Borat, and they will probably like this drivel. (Lompoc Record, CA)
PLAYING THE FEUD: Real winners of this week's hot duels Jul 25, 2009
The Verdict: If I were committed to a padded room and had only the DVD box sets of Entourage or the filmography of Seth Rogen (Knocked Up, Da Ali G Show, Superbad, Freaks and Geeks) at my disposal, the nod goes to Rogen, and it's not even close. OK, Drillbit Taylor evens things out slightly. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Diva Comeback Jul 23, 2009
Thursday, July 23, 2009 Last Update: 05:05 AM EDT. WHITNEY Houston is back. (New York Post -- Gossip)
Time Warner's `Harry Potter' Generates $159.7 Million in First Five Days Jul 20, 2009
In Bruno, Baron Cohen takes on the persona of the gay Austrian fashion commentator created for his television program Da Ali G Show. The film cost about $42 million to produce, according to IMDB.com. (Bloomberg -- Japan)
Crossing the line: 'Bruno' is a campaign of shock and awe Jul 17, 2009
Those familiar with Baron Cohen's earlier work in "Da Ali G Show" or "Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan" will know what to expect. For everyone else, imagine an episode of "Candid Camera" with a flamboyantly gay host, gags projected with exaggerated sexual zeal and no good-natured laughs when the joke is over. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Mini movie reviews Jul 16, 2009
Both spring from the brash and creative mind of British comic Sacha Baron Cohen, who unleashed them upon the world through his sketch comedy program "Da Ali G Show." Bruno is a one-joke character in a one-joke movie, and it's a joke Baron Cohen beats into the ground. One and a half stars out of four. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Bruno Chopped Jul 14, 2009
If you liked the movie, you should check out Bruno's Da Ali G Show past. Is Sacha Baron Cohen's new film as funny as Borat. (IGN FilmForce)
'Bruno' is no 'Borat' Jul 13, 2009
Despite having appeared regularly on Baron Cohen's "Da Ali G Show" on HBO, hardly anyone knew who the movie's title character was, and even fewer were familiar with the comedian's satirical style -- the 37-year-old impersonates extreme characters (in "Borat," he's an anti-Semitic Kazakh journalist, in "Br?no," a flamboyant Austrian fashion journalist) who then crafts uncomfortable scenes in which unsuspecting people react to his outlandish behavior. To help establish "Borat's" modus operandi,... (FOX61, CT)
NBC Universal's `Bruno' Tops Weekend Box Office With $30 Million in Sales Jul 13, 2009
In Bruno, Baron Cohen takes on the persona of the gay Austrian fashion commentator created for his television program Da Ali G Show. The film cost about $42 million to produce, according to the Internet Movie Database, a film-industry Web site owned by. (Bloomberg -- US)
Brüno Cheat Sheet: Everything You Need To Know Jul 11, 2009
Starting with his U.K. comedy program "Da Ali G Show" and up through 2006's surprise blockbuster "Borat," Cohen has made his characters into internationally beloved institutions and along the way offended pretty much everyone anywhere in the world. And yet we're still begging for more. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Austrians Skittish About 'Bruno' Jul 11, 2009
Some Austrians already are familiar with Bruno, a character Baron Cohen has channeled on "Da Ali G Show.". Although Vienna isn't exactly in the throes of Bruno fever, movie posters depicting him in barely bum-concealing bright yellow lederhosen, a matching alpine cap and an over-the-shoulder pout adorn virtually every bus and tram stop in the Austrian capital. (CBS News -- Entertainment)
Bruno Review Jul 10, 2009
Before the movie, look back at Bruno's Da Ali G Show past. Unlocking the secrets behind Bruno's big screen debut. (IGN FilmForce)
On the Offensive Jul 10, 2009
Clips from: I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry Universal Pictures, 2007; The Naked Civil Servant Thames Television, 1975; Da Ali G Show HBO, 2003. All rights reserved. (Slate)
"Brüno" Jul 10, 2009
Site Presented By Friday, Jul 10, 2009. It's rude and crude and possibly offensive. (Salon)
Film Review - Bruno Jul 10, 2009
Chasing the taboo has served Cohen well in the past -- most notably on Da Ali G Show, where the Bruno and Borat characters first became popular -- but Bruno continually raises the question of whether or not Cohen still has a clear purpose in mind to support his antics. More Story Equals Less Laughs. (Suite101.com)
Baron Cohen fools all the people all the time Jul 7, 2009
Baron Cohen has been plying his trade since the mid 90s, but broke through in the U.S. with HBOs Da Ali G Show series in 2000. That was the launching pad for the Borat and Bruno characters. (MSNBC -- News)
Taking mockery to new heights Jul 5, 2009
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Review: 'Bruno' quickly goes out of style Jul 2, 2009
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Both spring from the brash and creative mind of British comic Sacha Baron Cohen, who unleashed them upon the world through his sketch comedy program "Da Ali G Show." Borat, the bumbling journalist at the center of the 2006 smash "Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan," provided a prism through which to explore people's prejudices, hypocrisies and foibles. Sure, Baron Cohen frequently shot fish in a barrel, but as Borat traveled... (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Bruno's TV Moments Jul 1, 2009
Before the movie, look back at Bruno's Da Ali G Show past ... However, it was the 2003 premiere of the US version of Da Ali G Show that would give Bruno ; along with other classic Cohen characters Ali G and Borat ; his first major exposure in the US. In segments titled "Funkyzeit Mit Bruno", we watched as Bruno traveled the country, and from fashion shows to gun shows, always made an impression ... As we prepare for Bruno to hit theaters (and no doubt deliver some shocking scenes in the... (IGN FilmForce)
Making music with Borat and Bruno Jun 28, 2009
His surname is Baron Cohen, his credits include Da Ali G Show, Borat and Bruno and he fell in love with an Australian woman ... When Da Ali G Show began in 2000 Sacha asked his brother to remix beats while bands such as Supergrass performed live. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
US woman says Bruno stunt left her in a wheelchair Jun 5, 2009
Both Borat and Bruno are characters Cohen invented for his Da Ali G Show, which aired on British and American television. Reuters. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Bruno troubles: Jun 4, 2009
Both Borat and Bruno are characters Cohen invented for his Da Ali G Show, which aired on British and American television. send photos, videos ffs to 0424 SMS SMH (+61 424 767 764), or us. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Who Is Brüno? Jun 2, 2009
He first came to widespread attention during appearances on the British comedy program, "Da Ali G Show." On July 10, is poised to hit theaters. Based on the first trailer, which includes footage of nude bedroom brawls, adult-toy fights and tons of interactions with unaware interview subjects, audiences can expect more over-the-top craziness. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Spike TV Announces the Year's Biggest Boys Night Out for Star-Studded 2009 'Guys Choice' May 22, 2009
His series "Da Ali G Show" on HBO was nominated for four Emmy Awards, and introduced to America his trio of alter egos: wise cracking hoodlum Ali G, Kazakh field reporter Borat, and Austrian fashion reporter Bruno. The first two inspired major motion pictures, the latter of which, "Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan," grossed over a quarter of a billion dollars at cinemas worldwide and is considered one of the most influential comedy films ever. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Summer Surprises: Unexpected Movie Hits May 20, 2009
Wedding Crashers": Another wedding movie party, "Wedding Crashers," was a big hit with moviegoers in 2005, as the modestly budgeted $40 million comedy starring Owen Wilson and Vince Vaughn took in $209 million in North American ticket sales.Comedies generally do well at the summer movie box office, but the $200 million-plus take for "Wedding Crashers" elevated the film to its blockbuster status.The movie, about a pair of buddies (Wilson and Vaughn) who unexpectedly find love at a wedding they... (Click2Houston, TX)
Get set for summer May 14, 2009
Bruno - (July 10) In Sacha Baron Cohen's follow-up to Borat, he again flings a character from his TV series Da Ali G Show into the real world, this time a gay Austrian fashion reporter. Funny People - (July 31) Adam Sandler stars as a stand-up comedian who finds out he has a terminal disease. (The Clarion-Ledger)
'Bruno' Trailer, Sneak Peek Raise Our Expectations Apr 4, 2009
By all accounts "Br?no" yet another spin-off of a character from "Da Ali G Show" is even cruder, more provocative and perhaps even more hilarious than "Borat." And given Cohen's increased exposure this time around, the film is looking to do even bigger business. Combining the footage in this trailer with word coming out of last month's South by Southwest Festival, where Universal Pictures we can begin to piece together a rough idea of what this still-mysterious movie about a gay Austrian fashion... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Borat star to 'edit sex scenes' Apr 1, 2009
The film is based around Bruno, a gay fashion reporter for Austrian TV, who was a character Sacha Baron created for TV's Da Ali G Show. The movie follows in the success of his first film, Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Ali G shows no 'respek' for National Guard Mar 18, 2009
The actor's schtick should sound familiar to fans of Da Ali G Show on TV and the 2006 Borat movie, in which Cohen portrayed uncouth Kazakh journalist Borat Sagdiyev, who travels the US fooling people with gags. AP. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Show Strikes Out Feb 14, 2009
Show With Bob and David" (1995), the barely seen "Tenacious D" (1997) collection and the brilliant "Larry Sanders Show" (1992) were more than enough to offset a dog like "1st (1984), the weak "Arli$$" (1996) and the flawed "Da Ali G Show" (2003). Like "Entourage" today, "Dream On" (1990) wasn't much of a ha-ha comedy, and neither was "Sex and the City," which was a dramedy. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
