It’s been a wild year, and we’re all searching for moments of joy to cling to. While we can momentarily celebrate the recent election results—congratulations to our new leaders—we’re still grappling with the fallout from a divisive presidency, countless supporters still caught in the chaos, and a relentless pandemic. As the buzz of election night fades, I find myself seeking laughter to lighten the heavy atmosphere of 2020.
Fortunately, I didn’t have to look far, as Sacha Baron Cohen appeared on my Amazon Prime Video homepage, ready to deliver some much-needed humor. I settled into my well-worn couch, sipped some reheated coffee, and dove into the Borat sequel. For two glorious hours, everything felt a bit more right in the world. Cohen’s return felt like a lifeline, and I honestly don’t know how I’d manage the rest of this year without such comedic relief.
Let’s be real: who else has done such a remarkable job of highlighting the bizarre behavior of figures like Rudy Giuliani? Cohen’s ability to make us laugh—even when presenting cringe-worthy moments—is nothing short of genius. His antics during the same week Giuliani held a baffling press conference in a parking lot between a crematorium and a sex shop only solidified Cohen’s status as a comedic hero.
While there are numerous hilarious moments in “Borat Subsequent Moviefilm: Delivery of Prodigious Bribe to American Regime for Make Benefit Once Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan,” one scene truly stands out for me. I won’t spoil too much, but it features Borat and his teenage daughter, Tutar, at a debutante ball, and things escalate quickly.
After reuniting with Tutar, played brilliantly by Maria Bakalova, Borat takes his daughter on a journey across America to present her as a gift to Vice President Mike Pence. They visit an Instagram influencer for a makeover, transforming her from a casual daytime look to something more extravagant. The comedic tension builds when Borat introduces Tutar to the crowd with absurd pseudonyms, only for Tutar to reveal she’s on her “moon blood.” Borat’s delighted response? “Now we can wow them with our traditional fertility dance.”
What follows is pure chaos, perfectly encapsulating Cohen’s comedic style. They begin a seemingly choreographed Kazakh dance, while the audience initially claps along. However, the mood shifts dramatically as Tutar’s “moon blood” is revealed to the entire room. Borat’s joy at showcasing his daughter’s fertility highlights the absurdity of the situation, turning a typically taboo subject into a source of laughter. It’s a moment that’s both shocking and hilarious, making “Borat 2” one of my favorite experiences this year.
The internet buzzed with reactions to this scene, as it humorously confronts the stigma surrounding menstruation. By bringing attention to something often shrouded in secrecy, Cohen encourages us to acknowledge that periods are a natural part of life. In a world where we often pretend they don’t exist, this portrayal serves as a reminder to rethink our perceptions of womanhood and femininity.
As I watched the other debutante fathers squirm, it was clear Cohen had hit a nerve. One viewer even remarked on social media how they left the event stunned by what had just unfolded. I found myself laughing alongside them, knowing that Cohen has a knack for turning uncomfortable truths into moments of joy.
If you haven’t seen this film yet, it’s a bold and hilarious critique of current events and societal norms. I’ve watched it twice now, and it only gets funnier. In these challenging times, we need voices like Sacha Baron Cohen’s to shed light on the absurdities of our reality. While the world feels like a chaotic reality show, at least we can find humor in it.
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