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The hilarious, hit British comedy of the year. Written by acclaimed comedian and author David Baddiel and featuring an all-star cast including stand-up comedian Omid Djalili (Sex and The City 2) , Richard Schiff (The West Wing, Imagine That) and Matt Lucas (Alice in Wonderland, Little Britain). Mahmud's (Djalili) life is turned upside down when a secret birth certificate kicks off a full-scale identity crisis.
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United Kingdom released, Blu-Ray/Region A/B/C DVD: LANGUAGES: English ( Dolby Digital 5.1 ), English ( Dolby DTS-HD Master Audio ), WIDESCREEN (1.78:1), SPECIAL FEATURES: Commentary, Interactive Menu, Scene Access, Trailer(s), SYNOPSIS: Meet MAHMUD NASIR (Omid Djalili), loving husband, doting father and something of a relaxed Muslim.Does the F word occasionally pass his lips? Its hardly worth mentioning. Does he say his prayers five times a day? Of course! Well, usually Does he fast every day of Ramadan? Whos counting anyway?He may not be the most observant, but in his heart he is as Muslim as it gets. But after his mothers death a discovery turns Mahmuds world upside down. He finds his birth certificate which reveals that not only was he adopted at birth but he is Jewish, and his real name is Solly Shimshillewitz! As Mahmud tumbles headlong into a full scale identity crisis, the only person he can turn to is LENNY (Richard Schiff), a drunken Jewish cabbie who agrees to give him lessons in Jewishness, which start with how to dance like Topol. Oy vey. ...The Infidel (2010) ( The Reluctant Infidel ) (Blu-Ray)
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By Spike Owen
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Format:DVD
The Infidel is directed by Josh Appignanesi and written by David Baddiel. It stars Omid Djalili, Richard Schiff, Yigal Naor and Matt Lucas. Music is by Erran Baron Cohen and cinematography by Natasha Braier. Mahmud Nasir, a British Muslim, goes through an identity crisis when he discovers he was adopted as a child and born to a Jewish family.
It's a tricky subject to make a comedy out of, but by and large the makers have produced an enjoyable and observational pleasure. Led by the ebullient Omid Djalili as the conflicted protagonist, film unfolds in a series of sections involving Israel, Palestine, Antisemitism and Islamophobia. Along the way there are some great gags, both visual and vocal, but then it culminates in the inevitable message and relies heavily on a weak reveal. The motives and means are genuine, this is not an offensive movie, it has a point and for those who want to delve deeper there is much to kick off discussion. But ultimately it's a good comedy with strong themes of identity and family ties binding the racial hot points at the core. 6/10
It's a tricky subject to make a comedy out of, but by and large the makers have produced an enjoyable and observational pleasure. Led by the ebullient Omid Djalili as the conflicted protagonist, film unfolds in a series of sections involving Israel, Palestine, Antisemitism and Islamophobia. Along the way there are some great gags, both visual and vocal, but then it culminates in the inevitable message and relies heavily on a weak reveal. The motives and means are genuine, this is not an offensive movie, it has a point and for those who want to delve deeper there is much to kick off discussion. But ultimately it's a good comedy with strong themes of identity and family ties binding the racial hot points at the core. 6/10
32 of 41 people found the following review helpful
By co204jm
Format:DVD
I watched this at the cinema last night - it's hilarious! Omid Djalli is very funny in the lead role - and there are cameos from lots of british comedians. The film tackles many religious stereotypes (all done tastefully), resulting in a very amusing and heart-warming story. This is one of the funniest films I have seen in years!
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I thought Blue ray was the best. But I cannot see it because I do not have the facility to play it. So I have not seen it. I know you don't give a dam. I asked you before to change it, but I keep getting referred to click here and click there. I do not understand computers. Just send me a normal copy of The Infidel and label to return the Blue ray copy. Now If a human being is reading this I would be grateful for a response, but I don't expect any. Go on , give me a pleasant surprise from Amazon and respond.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Really funny
My family and I are big fans of east is east, saw this on the tele one night and had to buy :)
Published 1 month ago by Charley
3.0 out of 5 stars
NO SUBTITLES !!!
I watched this at the start on BBC iplayer but had to stop watching it due to going to work. It has the subtitles at the time. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Iandavid
4.0 out of 5 stars
Like it
Good quality DVD and quite funny. Could be funnier and not one of my favourites but its ok. Worth watching
Published 3 months ago by Janine
5.0 out of 5 stars
Funny
Good film. Thought provoking in certain ways i.e. the paradox of culture clashes between people who don't realise how similar they really are. Good value for money too.
Published 3 months ago by Merlyn
4.0 out of 5 stars
Quite a laugh actually
Big fan of Omid, rest of cast is good. Touches on some interesting subjects and handles them with ease. This film is funny and worth watching.
Published 3 months ago by dean
2.0 out of 5 stars
Based on the life of Aarif Gangat.
So many reviewers have stated this, but what the hell. This is a story of a man raised in a muslim family. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Suhail Ahmad
4.0 out of 5 stars
Some side-splitting moments, very weak ending
The movie was worth it just for Omid's long winded and bizarre yiddish joke at the bar mitzvah, at which me and my wife laughed so hard we nearly puked! Read more
Published 8 months ago by Funky Pete
4.0 out of 5 stars
The Infidel
Arrived really quickly as expected. Was tightly packed and new, as expected. Was a good film, if not exceptionally funny, as I had hoped. Oh Well.
Published 10 months ago by Janis Dolan
4.0 out of 5 stars
Very well done!
Religion has been prevalent throughout history with the world population divided into many faiths which has often led to many disputes and, sadly, even war. Read more
Published 11 months ago by D Brown
5.0 out of 5 stars
The Infidel [2010] [DVD
I love this film, it is lighthearted and very funny and have purchased this to send to a friend who needs cheering up!
Published 11 months ago by Viv
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