Ali G Indahouse
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Ali G unwittingly becomes a pawn in the Chancellor's plot to overthrow the Prime Minister of Great Britain. However, Ali is embraced by the nation as a voice of the youth, making the PM and his government more popular than ever.
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- ርልዪረJuly 5, 2026Ali G is undoubtedly an important character in terms of entertainment. He's a fictional gangster rapper, created and played by Sacha Baron Cohen and was used in short sketches in order to trick unwitting celebrities into giving interviews. And everything about the set-up worked, perfectly. However, when something is designed for 'small bursts' there's sometimes some problems when it's transferred to a full-length movie in terms of story. Here is an example of a film that just about pulls it off. Just. I quite enjoyed 'Ali G Indahouse,' but then I'm a big fan of the series (and I wasn't expecting too much!). However, I can't see the film attracting too many new converts, or really appealing to a wider audience. Gone are the clever interviews the character was known for, plus any real attempts at poking fun at popular culture or social commentary. Now, all that is replaced by a pretty generic story about Ali G trying to save his local youth centre by running for Parliament and getting used by political heavyweights in order to try and appeal to the youth of today. There's nothing particularly inspiring about the story and it's all wrapped up in plenty of pretty unsubtle 'toilet' humour (or at least that of the s3xual kind!). What was once a cutting attempt at poking fun of those too stupid or embarrassed to say what's literally staring them in the face has become one 'body-part' joke after the next. The supporting cast are there for Ali G to play off, including an underused Martin Freeman (before he was mega famous!) and acting greats Charles Dance and Michael Gambon (playing those dastardly 'suits' in power), but it's Sacha Baron Cohen's show all the way. He really does put his all into the role and certainly isn't afraid to send himself up, looking the fool at every given opportunity. And it's this kind of commitment that saves the film. Even as a fan of the original (sketch-based) creation of Ali G, I wasn't too sure about the full length film. Luckily, it's not too long and, although completely predictable, is certainly watchable enough if you're not offended by the language and subject material. It's definitely not 'high brow,' but I feel there should be a place for films which aren't supposed to tax you mentally after a day's work. Here, you can just put your brain on hold and smirk at the silliness on screen. I enjoyed it at the time and I still do today. However, I do feel that Cohen's future (big screen) releases were much 'sharper' in terms of taking a character developed for TV sketches and turning it into a feature-length movie. If you like Cohen's work, you should definitely check out his later offerings 'Borat' and 'Bruno.' Maybe 'Ali G Indahouse' was effectively Cohen honing his art? But, if you're still unsure as whether to watch or not, maybe just look up an old Ali G sketch on YouTube and, if you like it, you may just like the big screen version, too.
- Manuel FrangisMay 25, 2025I just watched Ali G Indahouse and I give it 5 out of 5 stars. This movie is absolutely ridiculous in the best possible way. It is loud, wild, and unapologetically stupid, but it knows exactly what it is doing. That is what makes it work. It is not trying to be anything deep or serious. It is here to make you laugh, and it does that over and over again. From the moment it starts, it is nonstop insanity and honestly, I was laughing the whole time. Sacha Baron Cohen is on another level as Ali G. The character is so out there, but somehow still feels real because of how fully he commits to it. There is no hesitation. He says the most absurd things with total confidence, and that is where the comedy lands so well. It is awkward, it is cringy, it is over-the-top, but it is also kind of brilliant. There is something smart buried underneath all the jokes, like it is poking fun at politics and stereotypes while pretending to be completely clueless. That is part of the magic of Ali G. He seems like an idiot, but the movie knows exactly what it is doing. The way he ends up in government and starts accidentally helping people while being his usual self is hilarious. Watching everyone around him try to understand or stop him is just chaos. And the way he turns everything into a mess but still somehow comes out ahead is what keeps the story moving. It is just so fun to watch him throw everyone off without even trying. The writing is sharp. Even though the jokes are totally insane, they hit because they are so unexpected. You never really know what Ali G is going to say or do next. There are moments where you are laughing and then suddenly shocked and then laughing again. It is like a rollercoaster of nonsense. But underneath it all, there is a weird kind of heart to it. He actually cares about his neighborhood and his friends, even if he has no idea how to show it. The soundtrack is wild. The costumes are ridiculous. Every single scene is like a punchline. Even when the plot goes completely off the rails, it does not really matter. You are not watching for the story. You are watching because Ali G is chaos in human form. And somehow, that is enough. There is a freedom in this movie that you do not always see. It is not worried about being politically correct or polished. It is just trying to be funny. And if you let go and go along with it, you will probably have a great time. I give Ali G Indahouse 5 out of 5 stars because it made me laugh more than most comedies ever have. It is loud, it is dumb, and it is totally its own thing. If you like wild humor and can handle some offensive jokes without taking it too seriously, this movie is gold. Sacha Baron Cohen created something unforgettable with this character, and even though it is totally insane, it somehow works. Sometimes the best movies are the ones that do not follow the rules. This is one of them.
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Ali G Indahouse was released on March 22, 2002.
Ali G Indahouse was directed by Mark Mylod.
Ali G Indahouse has a runtime of 85m.
Ali G Indahouse was produced by Eric Fellner, Tim Bevan, Dan Mazer, William Green.
Ali G unwittingly becomes a pawn in the Chancellor's plot to overthrow the Prime Minister of Great Britain. However, Ali is embraced by the nation as a voice of the youth, making the PM and his government more popular than ever.
The key characters in Ali G Indahouse are Alistair Leslie 'Ali G' Graham / Borat Sagdiyev (Sacha Baron Cohen), Prime Minister (Michael Gambon), Deputy Prime Minister David Carlton (Charles Dance).
Ali G Indahouse is rated R.
Ali G Indahouse is a Comedy film.
Ali G Indahouse has an audience rating of 5.4 out of 10.
Ali G Indahouse had a budget of $7M.
Ali G Indahouse has made $23.3M at the box office.