Borat Subsequent Moviefilm (2020)

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14 years after making a film about his journey across the USA, Borat risks life and limb when he returns to the United States with his young daughter, and reveals more about the culture, the COVID-19 pandemic, and the political elections.

Introduction to Borat Subsequent Moviefilm
"Borat Subsequent Moviefilm", likewise known as "Borat 2", is a satirical mockumentary funny movie released in 2020, directed by Jason Woliner. The movie is a follow up to the 2006 film "Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan" and follows the infamous Kazakhstani tv character Borat Sagdiyev, played by British comic Sacha Baron Cohen, who once again travels to America. This time, Borat's journey intends to use his daughter as a gift to a high-ranking authorities to redeem his country's credibility and to salvage his own.

Plot Summary
The film begins with Borat being launched from a gulag, where he has actually been locked up for bringing embarassment to Kazakhstan through his actions in the first film. The government designates him an objective to deliver a present, Kazakhstan's Minister of Culture Johnny the Monkey, to Vice President Mike Pence to strengthen ties with the U.S. administration. However, his plans are derailed when he discovers that his teenage child Tutar (played by Maria Bakalova), who stowed away in Johnny the Monkey's shipping cage, has consumed the monkey upon her arrival in the U.S.

Faced with no other alternative, Borat chooses to use Tutar as the present rather. Throughout their journey, Borat and Tutar participate in a series of misadventures and encounters with numerous Americans, exposing cultural bias and absurdities. Tutar, inspired by American media and her interactions, undergoes a personal transformation, challenging her father's misogynistic views and Kazakhstan's overbearing custom-mades worrying ladies.

Social and Political Satire
Borat's satirical trip cuts through American society, tackling problems such as the COVID-19 pandemic, political rallies, and conspiracy theories. The movie satirizes the Trump administration, far-right figures, and even consists of a notorious scene with Rudy Giuliani, Trump's personal attorney. Cohen, using heavy disguises to escape acknowledgment from his previous exploits, still manages to bait people into exposing their prejudices and hypocrisies on video camera.

Characters and Performances
Cohen's efficiency as Borat is as adventurous and provocative as ever, blurring the lines in between fiction and truth as he engages with real individuals unaware they are part of a movie. Maria Bakalova's breakout efficiency as Tutar is similarly compelling; she provides a strong character arc from an ignorant and oppressed girl to an empowered young woman, supplying both psychological depth and outrageous humor.

Reception and Impact
"Borat Subsequent Moviefilm" was released on Amazon Prime Video in the middle of the unstable U.S. presidential election, resulting in significant media protection and public conversation. Critics applauded the film for its sharp wit, bold stunts, and social commentary. The humor, while typically crass and uneasy, is intentional, requiring audiences to face their views and social issues. Bakalova, in specific, got vital praise and numerous award nominations for her role.

Conclusion
In summary, "Borat Subsequent Moviefilm" is a strong continuation of Sacha Baron Cohen's unique brand name of confrontational comedy. With its blend of scripted situations and real-life interactions, the film serves not only as home entertainment but as a mirror to the societal and political environment of the time. It challenges audiences to reflect on concerns of misogyny, cultural lack of knowledge, and the political landscape, all while providing laughs through its cringe-worthy and stunning moments. This subversive sequel prospers in pushing boundaries and maintaining significance in a quickly changing world.

Top Cast

  • Sacha Baron Cohen (small)
    Sacha Baron Cohen
    Borat Sagdiyev
  • Maria Bakalova (small)
    Maria Bakalova
    Tutar Sagdiyev
  • Tom Hanks (small)
    Tom Hanks
    Self
  • Dani Popescu (small)
    Dani Popescu
    Premier Nazarbayevdx
  • Manuel Vieru
    Dr. Yamak (Gypsy Tears)
  • Miroslav Tolj
    Nursultan Tulyakbay
  • Alin Popa (small)
    Alin Popa
    HueyLewis / Jeffrey Epstein Sagdiyev
  • Ion Gheorghe
    Bilak Sagdiyev
  • Nicolae Gheorghe
    Biram Sagdiyev
  • Marcela Codrea
    Kuczek Villager
  • Luca Nelu
    Kuczek Villager