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Channel 4 in Great Britain remains a creative outlet for emerging comedy talent. Ali G, the comic invention of Sacha Baron Cohen, began as a commentator for Channel 4 before moving his act to HBO. The early work of gangsta newsman Ali G and other cutting-edge material are highlights in this show, as well as samples of Brass Eye, the show so risqué and controversial it was canceled after one season.
This article appears in December 16 • 2005.
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