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Ari Eldjarn is an Icelandic stand-up comedian known for observational comedy delivered in a restrained and deadpan style. His material often draws on Icelandic culture, language, national habits, and the experience of living between local and international perspectives. He reached a wider global audience through the Netflix comedy special Pardon My Icelandic, released in 2020, which presents his English-language stand-up for an international audience.
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What is Ari Eldjarn: Pardon My Icelandic?
It is Ari Eldjarn's English-language stand-up special released on Netflix in 2020. Its subjects include Nordic rivalries, Hollywood's version of Thor, and the behavior of toddlers. [Netflix](https://www.netflix.com/title/81337086)
Where was Pardon My Icelandic recorded?
The special was recorded live at the National Theatre of Iceland. Eldjarn's official biography describes it as the first Netflix comedy special by an Icelandic comedian. [Ari Eldjarn official site](https://arieldjarn.com/about/)
Does Ari Eldjarn perform only in Icelandic?
No, Pardon My Icelandic is performed in English. Eldjarn uses that language to explain Icelandic culture, local habits, and the experience of presenting Iceland to an international audience. [Netflix](https://www.netflix.com/title/81337086)
Which international comedians has Ari Eldjarn performed with?
His official biography names Ari Shaffir, Bill Burr, and Ed Byrne among the comedians he has performed with. It also lists appearances at the Edinburgh Fringe, Soho Theatre, and Melbourne Comedy Festival. [Ari Eldjarn official site](https://arieldjarn.com/about/)
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