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Ali G's Comeback Film Sparks Boycott Calls Ahead of Release

Sacha Baron Cohen’s Ali G comeback, Ali G: Who Iz I?, is already triggering boycott calls in the UK after NewsCord launched a campaign; Picturehouse Cinemas has said they will not screen the film, which Amazon MGM is releasing on October 23. The fly-on-the-wall documentary revisits Ali G as he navigates new personal circumstances and a cross‑Atlantic misadventure, sparking renewed debate over the character’s legacy and its portrayal of Black street culture.

via The Independent|

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Ali G comeback film triggers boycott campaign amid controversy

Sacha Baron Cohen’s forthcoming Ali G: Who Iz I? has sparked controversy in the UK, with NewsCord urging theaters to boycott and Picturehouse Cinemas saying they have no plans to screen the film. The trailer shows Cohen in Ali G’s persona in a fly-on-the-wall format, drawing criticism that the character perpetuates racial stereotypes, while supporters argue the comedy subverts mainstream norms. The Amazon MGM Studios release is set for October 23 and follows Ali G as he confronts new family pressures while attempting to reclaim his fame, amid debate over the relevance of the humor.

via The Independent|

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