Underground heroes Harold & Kumar on 'Studio 360'
The new comedy “Harold & Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay” makes U.S. military prisons its subject.
by Kurt Andersen
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They say "tragedy plus time equals comedy," and another film opening this weekend takes unjustly imprisoned terror suspects as its focus. This one is a comedy about two bong-loving stoners: "Harold and Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay." Arun Rath explains why Harold and Kumar have become underground heroes for many Asian-Americans.
PRI's Peabody Award-winning "Studio 360 with Kurt Andersen" from WNYC is public radio's smart and surprising guide to what's happening in pop culture and the arts. Each week, Kurt Andersen introduces you to the people who are creating and shaping our culture. Life is busy — so let "Studio 360" steer you to the must-see movie this weekend, the next book for your nightstand, or the song that will change your life.
