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Cohen's Ali G Returns: A Deep Dive
16 Oct
Summary
- A "60 Minutes" profile of Sacha Baron Cohen will air soon.
- Cohen discusses his Ali G character, relating it to his youth.
- His mother's unintentional humor shaped his early sense of comedy.
A "60 Minutes" profile featuring Sacha Baron Cohen is scheduled to broadcast on October 18. This segment precedes the October 23 premiere of "Ali G: Who Iz I?," a film where Cohen revisits his early character, Ali G. The interview, conducted in London by Ariel Levy, delves into the techniques and satirical goals of Cohen's signature undercover comedy.
Cohen reflects on his characters, including Ali G, Borat, and Brüno, and their connection to his own personality. He disclosed a surprising personal link to Ali G, stating he was "an Ali G of sorts" at age 11. He also humorously recounted his mother's significant, albeit unintentional, comedic influence on his childhood humor.
"Ali G: Who Iz I?" represents Cohen's first feature film as a director. He is widely recognized for his portrayal of Borat Sagdiyev in the acclaimed "Borat" mockumentary and its sequel. Cohen has faced criticism for his characters' controversial remarks, which he consistently defends as satire. His recent playful remark regarding a potential merger with Sydney Sweeney sparked further public reaction.
