However, his world is turned upside down when he is overthrown in a military coup led by General Hafez (Walid Afkir). Aladeen flees to New York City, where he assumes the identity of Jonathan Jeggares, a Jewish-American electrician. As Jonathan, he meets and falls in love with a beautiful woman named Natalie (Paula García).
The Dictator tackles several themes that are both thought-provoking and hilarious. One of the primary themes is the abuse of power and the dangers of totalitarianism. Through Aladeen's character, Baron Cohen highlights the excesses of dictators and the lengths to which they will go to maintain their grip on power.
Another theme explored in the film is cultural clashes and stereotypes. As Aladeen navigates his new life in New York City, he struggles to adjust to Western customs and norms, often resulting in humorous misunderstandings. The film cleverly subverts stereotypes, using Aladeen's naivety and cultural ignorance to comment on Western perceptions of the Middle East and Africa.
