Ali G Who Iz I? Extends Theatrical Release; Amazon Praises Cohen Movie
The Hollywood Reporter • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Amazon MGM Studios has extended the theatrical run of Sacha Baron Cohen's comedy film Ali G: Who Iz I?, originally planned for only two days, to continue in select theaters including locations in Los Angeles, New York City, and Chicago suburbs.
- The film will debut worldwide for streaming on Prime Video starting Wednesday, with the limited theatrical release designed to create excitement and urgency ahead of the streaming launch.
- Ali G: Who Iz I? marks Baron Cohen's feature directorial debut and the return of his iconic character from the early 2000s sketch series Da Ali G Show, focusing on Ali G preparing for the birth of his child in America.
- The movie has received praise from celebrities like Amy Schumer and Noel Gallagher, with Schumer calling it the funniest movie she has ever seen.
- The film continues Baron Cohen's signature style of comedy involving social commentary through interactions with unsuspecting individuals, similar to his previous works Borat, Borat Subsequent Moviefilm, and Brüno.
