The Problem with Apu (2017)
• November 19th, 2017 • 0h 49min
Documentary
Overview
In the history of “The Simpsons,” few characters outside the title family have had as much cultural impact as Apu Nahasapeemapetilon, the Springfield convenience store owner. Comedian Hari Kondabolu is out to show why that might be a problem.
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