Bruno's surprising controversary. - Page 2 - Blu-ray Forum

uziel5000 · 07-02-2009, 01:36 PM

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Originally Posted by O_V_N

You don't think ANYONE is going to enjoy "Bruno"?

Sweeping!

It is generalization, yes. Some people will obviously like it. People liked Borat as well. I dont know why but yes.

Chordata · 07-02-2009, 01:38 PM

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Originally Posted by uziel5000

It is generalization, yes. Some people will obviously like it. People liked Borat as well. I dont know why but yes.

LOL. I didn't like Borat at first either. Watched again this weekend, though, and found myself howling at some parts. Come on, the lyrics to his national anthem are hilarious. And the part with the old southern innkeepers who are Jewish? Borat's facial expressions are laughworthy.

For me, it had some shining moments. (The fraternity kids from South Carolina are not among them. Guess they sued to stop release of the DVD, and/or to remove their scenes from the DVD.: http://www.usatoday.com/life/movies/...-lawsuit_x.htm. They lost.)

My_Two_Cents · 07-02-2009, 02:03 PM

You're always going to have some group of 'victims' complaining about one thing or another. How else can they further their causes in order to get special treatment?

Borat was freakin' hilarious, and Bruno looks to be the same. The trailers I've seen crack me up, and they've all been PG. I won't pay to go see this at the theater, but I will rent/buy it when it comes to BD.

P@t_Mtl · 07-02-2009, 02:05 PM

I have no interest in seing this movie, saw Boring oh sorry Borat and well I just don't see what people find funny with this guy but good for them if they do.

When I want to see a funny movie, I pull out one of Mel Brook's movies and have a good time

CYMBOL · 07-02-2009, 02:07 PM

I think people in the Gay and non-Gay community who are offended at this - aren't getting the point of his character, Bruno.

Bruno is not an example of a gay person - it is an EXTREME stereo-type meant to elicit reactions from intolerant people. It is a personification of everything homophobic people fear and despise, which in turn, brings out their worst side - all for the entertainment of the viewer.

It's up to you to decide if that's entertaining to you.

But to me, Bruno is not meant to be a representation of the common gay community.

Chordata · 07-02-2009, 02:11 PM

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Originally Posted by CYMBOL

Bruno is not an example of a gay person - it is an EXTREME stereo-type meant to elicit reactions from intolerant people. It is a personification of everything homophobic people fear and despise, which in turn, brings out their worst side - all for the entertainment of the viewer.

Excellent point. If it's like Borat, the movie will really just show how ridiculous OTHER people are for their biases/prejudices/etc.

Sponge-worthy · 07-02-2009, 02:33 PM

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Originally Posted by shadblz

This time around it was the Gay Communities. What are your thoughts about this.

If any LGBTs are offended by the Bruno character, then they have surely missed the irony in that the character looks to have been pulled straight out of a LGBT pride rally/parade.

david2189 · 07-02-2009, 02:33 PM

looks to be one of my favourite comedy movies ever...anyone who cant appreciate it are taking it too seriously imo (also its not sachas fault that americans are that stupid to fall for it.)

its a comedy RELAX BUDDYYY

Chordata · 07-02-2009, 02:35 PM

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Originally Posted by david2189

looks to be one of my favourite comedy movies ever...anyone who cant appreciate it are taking it too seriously imo (also its not sachas fault that americans are that stupid to fall for it.)

its a comedy RELAX BUDDYYY

At least we have good teeth.

dpomp · 07-02-2009, 02:38 PM

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Originally Posted by O_V_N

At least we have good teeth.

Secretagentnumber6 · 07-02-2009, 02:44 PM

In my opinion there is nothing offensive in it. The movie much like Borat is using a very stereotypical laden character to ferret out the true feelings of people whom Cohen interviews. In my opinion it is not offensive it is genius. Cohen did the same thing in Borat by playing his acted opinions on Jews and various other races out to people who in normal conversation would never admit to being a bit prejudiced or racist. And lastly it is a comedic movie, you have to go in light and expect some uncomfotable moments.

uziel5000 · 07-02-2009, 03:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Secretagentnumber6

In my opinion there is nothing offensive in it. The movie much like Borat is using a very stereotypical laden character to ferret out the true feelings of people whom Cohen interviews. In my opinion it is not offensive it is genius. Cohen did the same thing in Borat by playing his acted opinions on Jews and various other races out to people who in normal conversation would never admit to being a bit prejudiced or racist. And lastly it is a comedic movie, you have to go in light and expect some uncomfotable moments.

Not only that, but he is certainly NOT the first one to do so. It's just a matter of thinking if he is funny or not. I personally think he isn't but taking stereotypes to the extreme certainly makes us aware just how ridiculous we can get.

Blu-Ron · 07-02-2009, 03:15 PM

I'm gonna comment on this before the mods close the thread.
I don't get offended easily (like most of you). No dis-respect but, I think you kids today are too PC and have forgotten how to have fun. Sacha is an artist and an entertainer. I personally think he's a comedic genius and probably the only guy, right now, that can make me laugh till I fall off my seat. I worked at Disney for many years and have made many "rainbow" friends. And the funny part in all this is that they can't wait to see it. I'm looking forward to this myself.

CptGreedle · 07-02-2009, 03:23 PM

I am offended that he thinks his movies are funny.
But that's just me.

CYMBOL · 07-02-2009, 03:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Blu-Ron

I'm gonna comment on this before the mods close the thread.

I don't think it will get closed down - everyone seems to be giving honest opinions, not taking anything personal, and having polite conversation.

Everyone is staying on the topic of the movie - I don't see any problems here.

SquidPuppet · 07-02-2009, 04:18 PM

Other than ones (or a group, race, religeon) suffering, I believe everything is fair game. Everything. If we cant laugh at ourselves, whats the point.

I dont understand why the gay community would be offended by Bruno, because the character is so intentionally over the top, hes just silly.

kpkelley · 07-02-2009, 04:21 PM

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Originally Posted by SquidPuppet

Other than ones (or a group, race, religeon) suffering, I believe everything is fair game. Everything. If we cant laugh at ourselves, whats the point.

I dont understand why the gay community would be offended by Bruno, because the character is so intentionally over the top, hes just silly.

Besides, the point isn't that the character is gay, but how society reacts to his character.

mtbkr · 07-02-2009, 04:43 PM

he has been playing this CHARACTER for a long time now in his h.b.o show and all of a sudden its offensive?

cembros · 07-02-2009, 04:51 PM

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Originally Posted by david2189

looks to be one of my favourite comedy movies ever...anyone who cant appreciate it are taking it too seriously imo (also its not sachas fault that americans are that stupid to fall for it.)

its a comedy RELAX BUDDYYY

he started doing the character in england , guess they are all to stupid to

vega2K · 07-02-2009, 04:54 PM

What I find offensive is that people actually go to pay money to watch this!!!

I personally don't get offended by this type of stuff, I think it is just stupid and silly. You know going in, what this is about - so how could you be offended if you know that that is exactly what this is about??? I say don't watch this, don't let you teenage kids watch this, don't let your friends watch this and hopefully stuff like this will go away!

07-02-2009, 02:05 PM	#24
P@t_Mtl Blu-ray Duke Member since:Sep 2008 Location:Montreal Home Theater Gallery:4 Blu-ray collection:452 DVD collection:513 Trading Score:3	I have no interest in seing this movie, saw Boring oh sorry Borat and well I just don't see what people find funny with this guy but good for them if they do. When I want to see a funny movie, I pull out one of Mel Brook's movies and have a good time Last edited by P@t_Mtl; 07-02-2009 at 02:40 PM.

07-02-2009, 04:54 PM	#40
vega2K Blu-ray Samurai Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Jan 2009 Home Theater Gallery:68 Blu-ray collection:345 Trading Score:228	What I find offensive is that people actually go to pay money to watch this!!! I personally don't get offended by this type of stuff, I think it is just stupid and silly. You know going in, what this is about - so how could you be offended if you know that that is exactly what this is about??? I say don't watch this, don't let you teenage kids watch this, don't let your friends watch this and hopefully stuff like this will go away! Last edited by vega2K; 07-02-2009 at 04:58 PM.

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My_Two_Cents Blu-ray Knight Top contributor Member since:Dec 2007 Location:Wherever I may roam.... Home Theater Gallery:40 4K collection:35 Blu-ray collection:507 DVD collection:19 Blu-ray reviews: 1 Trading Score:4	You're always going to have some group of 'victims' complaining about one thing or another. How else can they further their causes in order to get special treatment? Borat was freakin' hilarious, and Bruno looks to be the same. The trailers I've seen crack me up, and they've all been PG. I won't pay to go see this at the theater, but I will rent/buy it when it comes to BD.

07-02-2009, 02:07 PM	#25
CYMBOL Blu-ray Knight Member since:May 2007 Location:I move around a lot. Blu-ray collection:8	I think people in the Gay and non-Gay community who are offended at this - aren't getting the point of his character, Bruno. Bruno is not an example of a gay person - it is an EXTREME stereo-type meant to elicit reactions from intolerant people. It is a personification of everything homophobic people fear and despise, which in turn, brings out their worst side - all for the entertainment of the viewer. It's up to you to decide if that's entertaining to you. But to me, Bruno is not meant to be a representation of the common gay community.

07-02-2009, 02:33 PM	#28
david2189 Expert Member Member since:Sep 2007 Location:London, UK Blu-ray collection:183	looks to be one of my favourite comedy movies ever...anyone who cant appreciate it are taking it too seriously imo (also its not sachas fault that americans are that stupid to fall for it.) its a comedy RELAX BUDDYYY

07-02-2009, 02:44 PM	#31
Secretagentnumber6 Blu-ray Guru Member since:Mar 2008 Location:St Louis Area Home Theater Gallery:15 Blu-ray collection:212 Trading Score:4	In my opinion there is nothing offensive in it. The movie much like Borat is using a very stereotypical laden character to ferret out the true feelings of people whom Cohen interviews. In my opinion it is not offensive it is genius. Cohen did the same thing in Borat by playing his acted opinions on Jews and various other races out to people who in normal conversation would never admit to being a bit prejudiced or racist. And lastly it is a comedic movie, you have to go in light and expect some uncomfotable moments.

07-02-2009, 03:15 PM	#33
Blu-Ron Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jul 2008 Blu-ray collection:40 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:2	I'm gonna comment on this before the mods close the thread. I don't get offended easily (like most of you). No dis-respect but, I think you kids today are too PC and have forgotten how to have fun. Sacha is an artist and an entertainer. I personally think he's a comedic genius and probably the only guy, right now, that can make me laugh till I fall off my seat. I worked at Disney for many years and have made many "rainbow" friends. And the funny part in all this is that they can't wait to see it. I'm looking forward to this myself.

07-02-2009, 03:23 PM	#34
CptGreedle Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Sworn super-hero now services Atlanta (and suburbs). Blu-ray collection:128 Blu-ray reviews:5	I am offended that he thinks his movies are funny. But that's just me.

07-02-2009, 04:18 PM	#36
SquidPuppet Blu-ray Duke Top contributor Member since:Dec 2007 Location:Club Loop Blu-ray collection:277 Blu-ray reviews:27	Other than ones (or a group, race, religeon) suffering, I believe everything is fair game. Everything. If we cant laugh at ourselves, whats the point. I dont understand why the gay community would be offended by Bruno, because the character is so intentionally over the top, hes just silly.

07-02-2009, 04:43 PM	#38
mtbkr Active Member Member since:Apr 2009 Location:washington(state) Blu-ray collection:65	he has been playing this CHARACTER for a long time now in his h.b.o show and all of a sudden its offensive?

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