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First by abroth01	Sep 13th, 2006 11:42:21 AM
Firsties
sounds good to me by andenu	Sep 13th, 2006 11:42:46 AM
did i make it?
Seriously, I need that outfit. by thenewpulper	Sep 13th, 2006 11:44:47 AM
They must sell it somewhere aside from the Gay & Lesbian funhouse.
I thought Freddie Mercury was dead by DarthQueefer	Sep 13th, 2006 11:44:55 AM
hmmmmmmmm
foist?? by chongboy	Sep 13th, 2006 11:44:58 AM
foist??
But isn't Da Ali G Show originally from Britain? by lethalegg	Sep 13th, 2006 11:50:39 AM
Why is it necessary to meet with, of all people, president Bush about this? Does Bush even have the slightest knowledge that Borat exists? Does he even know that he is the president?
They should be thanking him by jackinitraw	Sep 13th, 2006 11:55:52 AM
Who the fuck even thought it was a real place before? I bet they actually get a tourism boost as a result of this movie.
First my ass... by ImJustABill	Sep 13th, 2006 11:56:37 AM
Look at the post I made under the previous Borat story.. lol
Lethalegg.... by Kamala	Sep 13th, 2006 12:00:00 PM
Do you even realize you are gay? Come out of the closet and leave that goat alone! PS: If you are with a chick and are about the shoot your wad to soon, just picture Hillary giving a speech about Homeland Security: Instant Rubber Dick
Arnie=Flames on Borat by wazza	Sep 13th, 2006 12:00:27 PM
Isn't Arnie doing the same thing against the US by pretending to be a stupid American governor?
methinks kazakhstan doth protesteth too much by BLWiseass	Sep 13th, 2006 12:01:02 PM
The new talkback won't let you just post subjects. Interesting.
Hilarious. by Praetorius	Sep 13th, 2006 12:07:01 PM
Hilarious
SBC is a genius! by tile_mcgillus	Sep 13th, 2006 12:08:53 PM
I am really excited to see Borat. The mere fact that he got a government official to visit America over this is fucking amazing. It just doesn't make any sense. The movie will obviously make the most bank over here and that is probably why. I hope Ali G shows up at the meeting and demands respec!
In my country... by grendelson138	Sep 13th, 2006 12:10:35 PM
we think the great and wonderful George Bush can stop movie from playing American theaters! Laura Bush also looks like 17th most popular prostitute in the Bjsodokanistan province!!!
We should all be thankful... by Lou Stools	Sep 13th, 2006 12:12:50 PM
...that Sasha saw fit to shave his ass before donning that suit.
Amen by Teamwak	Sep 13th, 2006 12:22:56 PM
To that
Borat should be from Turkmenistan. Their Prez is MAD by Teamwak	Sep 13th, 2006 12:27:39 PM
Turkmenistan President Saparmurat Niyazov has announced his intention to officially rename all 12 months of the year in commemoration of the country's heroes and most potent national symbols. It seems like he lives on another planet Turkmen man Mr Niyazov proposes to rename January Turkmenbashi after his official name, which means Head of all the Turkmen. Other months will be renamed to honour famous Turkmen poets and writers. He also wants the seven days of the week to be renamed, with uplifting phrases such as Young Day for Tuesday and Spirituality Day for Saturday. Mr Niyazov, who was attending Turkmenistan's annual People's Council, also said he wants to call the month of April "Mother". In response, a speaker at the council suggested calling the month by the full name of the president's deceased mother, Gurbansoltan, which the president said he would consider.
I saw "Borat" at the Toronto film fest... by BigTuna	Sep 13th, 2006 12:39:43 PM
It's hilarious. But I was at the special gala premiere that got all fucked up. Sasha had to do his shtick unexpectently, and he told us in Kazikstan, politicians get to use the "Little Hole".
Do you people actually READ the stories? by zacdilone	Sep 13th, 2006 12:40:23 PM
This meeting isn't about Sacha Cohen, it's about the reality that many people in the USA don't get the joke and misunderstand the relationship between the film and the real nation of Kazakhstan. Why meet with Bush and not someone from Britain? Because the Brits GET THE JOKE. They know Ali G, they know how Cohen works...no issue there.
ronwellsfilmthreat by jackinitraw	Sep 13th, 2006 12:48:12 PM
Idiocracy sucked. Sorry about your luck. Borat is funny. Comparing the two is like comparing you to someone who has regular sex. They're two different animals.
gypsies by reckni	Sep 13th, 2006 12:48:13 PM
Gotta love 'em.
As silly as all of this sounds.... by Hairy Nutsack	Sep 13th, 2006 12:51:41 PM
This really is a serious problem when you consider Borat was partially responsible for Disney pulling their plans for Disney-Arabia in Kazhakstan.
At last... by Childe Roland	Sep 13th, 2006 12:58:14 PM
...an issue truly worthy of the Bush administration's attention and capabilities. "My fellow Americans...Borat is truly the greatest threat to our American way of life. Why? Because of its connection to the war on terror. What connection? Just look at the guy! He's all swarthy and stuff. And Kazakhstan used to be part of the Soviet Union, which we all know was communist. Terrorists are the new communists. So there you have it. Time to invade the theaters."
I think they've realised it will help Kazakhstan by performingmonkey	Sep 13th, 2006 01:00:42 PM
It's helping create attention for Kazakhstan, and they're going to make the most of it. They understand Borat is a comic character and isn't an accurate Kazakhi portrayal, as does anyone with half a brain. Anyway, go Borat. I wish this would end up being the biggest movie of the year.
ronwellsfilmthreat by Gil Brooks	Sep 13th, 2006 01:19:02 PM
Proof please. I looked on the site, and didn't see anything.
What's wrong with kissing his sister? by photoboy	Sep 13th, 2006 01:19:36 PM
She is 3rd best prostitute in all of Kazakhstan after all!
ive hated ali g by aestheticity	Sep 13th, 2006 01:40:58 PM
since he first appeared on uk tv, on the same show that launched ricky gervais and a handful others that haven't made it so big across the pond. kazakhstan is a shithole, i've been there, but this guys rising popularity for taking the piss out of them is disgusting. borat was never popular in the uk, his ali g character is all most people know here, because it's all people find funny. borat took off in america because they love to laugh at stupid eastern europeans. they don't see it as a joke. he had to introduce and amplify the racist element to take off in the states. that speaks fucking volumes.
Oh Kazakhstan's a real country? by Orionsangels	Sep 13th, 2006 01:45:36 PM
Had to google it. I knew it sounded Russian. I thought the whole Borat thing was like Latka on Taxi or Balki on Perfect Strangers or even Tom Hanks in The Terminal. All made up countries.
Borat II: The Wrath Of Kazakhstan by The Ender	Sep 13th, 2006 01:53:07 PM
No one can take a joke anymore. Who hasn;t deep kissed a sister or two, or worn a string bathing suit up the ass? Come on fuckers
Kazakhstan President meeting with Bush about Borat... by DocBosch	Sep 13th, 2006 01:59:09 PM
That has to be the best thing ever. Bush meeting about BORAT! It may be the funniest done by by this movie. Could you even imagine Bush's confusion? [At press conference] Bush: I have met to today with President Borat from Kazakhstan... [somebody quikly wispers in his ear, causing the trademark Bush look of confusin]...What!? He's not Borat? Then what the hell have we been talking about for the last hour?
So When, Exactly, Does Borat Become Funny...? by Read and Shut Up	Sep 13th, 2006 02:07:11 PM
'cuz I'm still waiting for THAT to happen.
What about the Uzbeks? by theBigE	Sep 13th, 2006 02:12:21 PM
Borat constantly mocks the Uzbekistanis in his new movie. Where is their national outrage? He has nothing but praise for his glorious country of Kazahkistan. In all seriousness, this can only help the movie get some more free publicity. All of the geeks on here may be psyched to see this film, but Joe Average Public has no idea who Borat is.
Cohen is a Jew... by Kuj	Sep 13th, 2006 02:15:34 PM
who portrays an anti-semite, so gets a pass on the Jewish jokes. But he's really ripping Muslims in his portrayal.
Ender by brokenheadstuff	Sep 13th, 2006 02:40:00 PM
That has to be the best title to a theoretic sequel EVER (so far today)
ronwellsfilmthreat by jackinitraw	Sep 13th, 2006 02:45:34 PM
Why did you bother there? Why do oyu bother at all? So you hate everything when it becomes popular...tell me where you got your time machine cause I kind of miss 1990's teenage apathy too. Why don't you just call us all conformists and give us a lesson on what's really funny? Or are you just good at crying without merrit?
On occassion this by ImJustABill	Sep 13th, 2006 02:48:20 PM
I make in your direction funny smells from my anus
!! by ImJustABill	Sep 13th, 2006 02:48:58 PM
http://www.aintitcool.com/imag es2006/borat.jpg
Hey Ronwells- by RenoNevada2000	Sep 13th, 2006 02:56:29 PM
Don't you have links to stories on Cinematical to post?
Zacdilone or whatever the fuck his name is.... by DJSpoonfed	Sep 13th, 2006 02:57:08 PM
...got it right on the button. The Brits get the joke. AMERIKANS ARE TOO STOOPID
If you don't fine Borat funny... by lilgoodmn	Sep 13th, 2006 03:29:35 PM
I pity you. Truthful, honest, sincere pity. I am not saying you are pitiful if you don't think he is funny...well yeah I guess I would like to say that as well.
not not meeting with bush BECAUSE of borat by YourNextPresident	Sep 13th, 2006 03:35:17 PM
...but they plan on discussing it, according to the Kazakhstanis. the meeting was already planned, and has more to do with Kazakhstan/USA relations.
Kuj, he's actually ripping people like you. by Cameron1	Sep 13th, 2006 03:47:25 PM
But thanks for providing so much fodder for him.
Oh dear oh dear! by dalbatron	Sep 13th, 2006 03:49:33 PM
It seems that the age old ' do movies influence people' topic had raised its ugly head.. So do americans believe everything they see in movies ( if they do then Disney has some BIG explaining to do. Who thought 'madagascar' was a documentary??? Nope! Jesus what the hell is going to happen when 'Death of a Presidnet opens' over there in the good old US of A. Jesus SOME of people will shit themselves!!!! Do movies infulence people. Hollywood says no and anyone who pays over a million for a 15sec ad slot during the superbowl says yes!!!
Complain to Bush... yeah by Eisnel	Sep 13th, 2006 04:17:09 PM
Oh great, the president of Kazakhstan will meet with Bush and complain. I'm worried that Bush will agree that people shouldn't be allowed to make fun of their nation; Afterall, he's embroiled in his own War on Criticism. The poor sap probably won't even grasp that Borat isn't from Kazakhstan.
the ironic thing is... by Happyfat73	Sep 13th, 2006 04:58:58 PM
That by taking out ads and crying out in righteous indignation, the Kazakhstan president is giving a LOT of free publicity to Borat. Like the other dude said - no such thing as bad publicity. I can't wait for this film, I think Borat is the funniest of all SBC's characters - all of which do have the same riff in that they rip on the ignorant and the bigotted. Seeing as how there's so many ignorant bigots out there, more power to 'im.
I may be wrong.... by Purple Toupee	Sep 13th, 2006 05:52:09 PM
....but I thought I read that Bush actually found Da Ali G Show somewhat amusing.....
Re: Brokenheadstuff by The Ender	Sep 13th, 2006 05:57:40 PM
I just hoped someone would get it! Hats off
Borat responds by Ace Hunter	Sep 13th, 2006 06:02:54 PM
on the official Borat website. I like. Is nice.
I may also be wrong... by 9SilentNine9	Sep 13th, 2006 06:03:21 PM
but I heard that appointed president bush finds anything that's shiny amusing.
PLEASE POST A WARNING!! by Harlequinn42	Sep 13th, 2006 06:04:36 PM
Hello. Im not one to make a stink, especially over trivial things, however please put a warning on this thread in regards to the picture. This is the kind of thing that could get one in trouble at work, if nothing else unneeded inquiry and attention. Sure I know the pic is supposed to be funny and all, but having a pic of a mostly naked dude in a rather questionable situation, funny as it is, can get people into trouble. AICN has been usually work friendly and I've been able to browse it during my off time at work without much worry. After coming onto this thread, that's changed things. Though my work is generally not as hard nosed, this could spell the end of a job for someone in a similar situation. Again, please put a warning on this out of respect to people who want to keep their jobs. Thank you.
post a warning- ??? by dalbatron	Sep 13th, 2006 06:13:17 PM
you are joking... right??? dont surf at work then moron
I for one welcome our new Kazakh overlords! by -guyinthebackrow	Sep 13th, 2006 06:32:33 PM
And I will wholeheartedly assist them in anyway possible in their efforts to subdue my homeland.
Po-faced religious Bigots hate satire? What a shocker! by pokadoo	Sep 13th, 2006 06:39:35 PM
I would've thought 'Ali G In Da House' was more objectionable, just for being a collection of purile Dick & Fart jokes, but I guess the dumbing-down of western civilisation isn't a big cause for concern with the whingers of the world. I can't wait for Borat, though, I've heard nothing but good things. Thanks for the recommendation, George Bush & the Kazakhstan!
AICN PEOPLE! THIS NEW SYSTEM IS SHIT! by CreasyBear	Sep 13th, 2006 07:49:54 PM
What is going on? Please tell me you're not finished changing the site.
Final Optimus Prime by Frankenblogger	Sep 14th, 2006 12:37:39 AM
http://tinyurl.com/kg6xt
God almighty... by ScarranHalfBreed	Sep 14th, 2006 12:55:19 AM
...THIS NEW TALKBACK SYSTEM IS SHITE!!!!!! I was going to give it a chance but CHRIST. And if a movie (especially a comedy) generates a lot of anger, you can bet your big, fat American arses that everyone will see it and make tonnes of money.
Harlequinn by CondomWrapper	Sep 14th, 2006 01:05:51 AM
Don't blame AICN for you jacking off at work to SBC bare ass. We all know you want to do bang bang in another man's anus.
The Friendly Kazkh's by the zapper	Sep 14th, 2006 04:37:12 AM
I once went ouy with a girl from Kazkhastan and all my friends started calling me Borat. Prett funny,
I feel for the Kazaks... by HoichiTheEarless	Sep 14th, 2006 09:15:06 AM
Really. Because for every American who realizes it's a joke, there's three others who don't, or think it's a joke based on reality. Let's face it, Americans are just plain stupid when it comes to things like this. There isn't a Kazak in the US who isn't going to have to put up with ignorant shit from stupid Americans now. But at any rate, the Kazaks are making a huge mistake by making a controversy out of it. The same mistake the Anti-Defamation league made with Passion of the Christ. They're giving it free advertising.
Aren't you people by Dragulf	Sep 14th, 2006 10:13:29 AM
tired of non stop shit jokes for movies? Jackass2 for gods sake!
This film will be LOL funny by R.C. the "Wise"	Sep 14th, 2006 10:47:24 AM
Can't wait.
Seriously, we Americans get the joke. by aicmb	Sep 14th, 2006 12:25:47 PM
And for the most part, it is on us. The best parts of the film (and all of SBC's comedy for that matter) are the situations where he is able to employ one of his "fake" characters to illustrate the ignorance of a "real" person. Whether is a a bigoted southern gunstore proprietor, or a wealthy west coast elite, it's good stuff. It can make your skin crawl, but in recent years this type of comedy has become quite popular (see Gervais' work). The fact is all societies and cultures contain strata of weirdness and even shame. Look in the mirror when you rag on Americans. We can admit faults even if the public face of leadership cannot. Saying that we're ALL this boneheaded is like saying that all you UK pantywastes need to fix your goddamn teeth. In point of fact only about two-thirds of you do.
what joke? by Bob C. Cock	Sep 14th, 2006 12:44:43 PM
i thought kazahkstan was EXACTLY like a comedian said it was.
Seriously Merrick, have you ever BEEN TO Oklahoma!? by Sith Witch	Sep 14th, 2006 07:39:41 PM
If you had you probably wouldn't have made that erroneous analogy.

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