Brüno (2009)

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Daughters of the Dust

Film.com's FREE movie of the week is "Daughters of the Dust." A film that portrays the unique culture of the Gullah people by focusing on the extended Peazant family as its members struggle with the decision to leave their island and move north. On the eve of their departure, memories of their Gullah history and its African roots come rising to the surface. Winner of Cinematography at the 1991 Sundance Film Festival.

Sacha Baron Cohen's 'Bruno' - Universal Pictures

Studio: Universal Pictures Studio: Universal Pictures

Release Date: Jul 10, 2009

Running Time: 88 mins.

Country Of Origin: United States

starring: Sacha Baron Cohen, Gustaf Hammarsten, Clifford Banagale, Chibundu Orukwowu, Chigozie Orukwowu, Josh Meyers, Toby Hoguin, Robert Huerta, Gilbert Rosales, Thomas Rosales, Jr

director: Larry Charles

Bruno

Brüno, a gay fashionista is the host of the top-rated late night fashion show in any German-speaking country--apart from Germany. Brüno’s mission? To become the biggest Austrian celebrity since Hitler. His strategy? To crisscross the globe in the hopes of finding fame and love.

Laremy Legel, Jul 10, 2009

Review: Bruno -- Sorta Funny, but More Uncomfortable

"The point seems to be sheer spectacle, but I'm not sure that has any value anymore."

I'll admit that I laughed throughout Bruno; the movie deserves some credit for knowing where the line is ... and then obliterating it. And if you measure effectiveness by the barometer of provoking reaction then you'd have to…