Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan

Name: Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan
Genre: Comedy
Released: 2006-11-01
Cast: Sacha Baron Cohen, Ken Davitian, Luenell, Alex Daniels, Jim Vickers

2006 | 84 min | Comedy

Friday Night Flick

Why it’s a Friday Night Flick

Critics loved it (91% on Rotten Tomatoes), it made about 15 times its budget, people are still talking about it and it drew serious awards attention. Make plans for this one.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it: Made for anyone who wants a laugh. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
The mood: Provocative satire that goes after everyone.
The pace: Breezy, at 1 hr 24 min.
What might put you off: Rated R: meant for adults.
Audiences were cooler on it than critics.

Kazakh journalist Borat Sagdiyev travels to America to make a documentary. As he zigzags across the nation, Borat meets real people in real situations with hysterical consequences. His backwards behavior generates strong reactions around him exposing prejudices and hypocrisies in American culture.

How it earned its rating

CriticsVery strong
91% on Rotten Tomatoes
AudiencesSolid
6.8 out of 10
AwardsStrong
Won 1 Golden Globe: Golden Globe Awards: Best Actor – Musical or Comedy. Also nominated for 1 Oscar, 1 more Golden Globe and 1 WGA Award. Plus 5 other awards.
Box office & staying powerVery strong
$263 million worldwide on a $18 million budget
Buzz & cultural impactVery strong
About 831K people sought it out in the past year