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Everyone is shivering with anticipation of this weekend’s movie opening: “Brüno.” The critics already love it and hate it, calling it “vulgar” and “brilliant” and asking the question: “Comedy genius or the most homophobic film ever made?” What are we supposed to think of Sasha Baron Cohen’s latest alter-ego--the flamboyant, Austrian fashionista that is Brüno?

The controversial comedian is at it again. Just as the infamous actor did with “Borat,” Sasha has stayed in character in the public eye (which has caused for some hilariously confused interviews leading up to the premiere). The entire movie revolves around Sasha being Brüno…only instead of contained on a movie set; he is out in the real world amongst the rest of us.

Brüno goes across the world, stopping in 9 countries in 18 days, filming a documentary about his journey to become “uber-famous.” This is really what’s going on: Sasha is embodying and exaggerating the stereotypes people have about the gay community through his character, Brüno. What no one can seem to agree on is if that’s a good thing or bad thing—if Brüno is promoting or satirizing homophobia.

In an interview with Matt Lauer on the Today Show some serious concerns were brought up from the LGBTQ community. The Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation released a statement saying: “…my fear is that in parts of the country where gay men and lesbians are still unable to adopt children or can lose their job for being gay, ‘Brüno’ is going to make things worse...”

Austria isn’t laughing either—or at least not the Austrian minister to Great Britain who has already called for a boycott to the film. Claims were made that producers were forced to undertake ’significant reshoots’ after preview audiences reacted angrily to the film.

So what’s the deal? Is everyone overreacting to what was meant to be a satirical comedy combating homophobia? Or does Brüno cross a line? You tell us—join in the Brüno debate by discussing discrimination in the media with friends and family. Comment below!