The Problem with Apu
“A documentary about going head to head with a stereotype.”
Synopsis
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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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Melamedoff
- Screenplay & Story
- Hari Kondabolu
- Original Title
- The Problem with Apu
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 49m
- Production Studios
- Marobru Productions, Avalon Television
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Melamedoff
Hari Kondabolu
Hari Kondabolu, Michael Melamedoff, Michael J. Cargill
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Michael Melamedoff
Director
Michael Melamedoff
Producer
Hari Kondabolu
Writer
Michael J. Cargill
Producer
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What is The Problem with Apu about?
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.
Who directed The Problem with Apu?
The Problem with Apu was directed by Michael Melamedoff.
Who stars in The Problem with Apu?
The principal cast of The Problem with Apu includes Hari Kondabolu, Kal Penn, Hasan Minhaj, Aasif Mandvi, Utkarsh Ambudkar.
When was The Problem with Apu released and how long is it?
The Problem with Apu was released in 2017 with a total runtime of 49m.