The 2012 film , starring Sacha Baron Cohen, generally received mixed reviews, often described as a "hit-or-miss" satirical comedy. While many found it hilarious and bold, others felt it relied too heavily on recycled tropes and failed to reach the heights of Cohen's previous work like Borat . Movie Overview The Dictator (2012)
Released in 2012, The Dictator is a political satire black comedy starring Sacha Baron Cohen as Admiral General Aladeen, the eccentric ruler of the fictional North African Republic of Wadiya. Directed by Larry Charles, the film follows Aladeen as he travels to New York to address the UN about his nuclear program, only to be stripped of his power and forced to survive in the city as a commoner. Release Details Theatrical Release: May 16, 2012. Sacha Baron Cohen, Anna Faris, and Ben Kingsley. MPAA Rating:
