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Movie Review: Harold & Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay

Written by Chris Beaumont
Published April 28, 2008
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After arriving on the shores of Florida, their attentions turn towards Kumar's ex, Vanessa (Danneel Harris). She is set to marry the politically well-connected Colton, and it is this person who could potentially square them with the law. So, instead of journeying to a White Castle to quench the munchies, they are traveling to Texas to clear their names, and perhaps have a little fun along the way.

Escape from Quantanamo Bay plays out in the expected fashion. It is a road movie where the road segments are conveniently skipped over in order to get to the next skit. So long as the sequences involve gratuitous T&A, weed, goofy one-liners, or Neil Patrick Harris, it works. In other words, take what made the original funny, amp them up a little bit and you have a successful sequel. Add in some George W. jokes and you're golden!

The movie does not have high aspirations other than the aspiration to get high. It is better that way. Any attempt to make the humor intelligent would surely have failed. This is a movie that is funny simply for being funny. It is not smart, yet it still has some heart. These guys have a genuine affection for each other and the women that they want in their lives, and it shows through in the script and in the performance. No, it will never be confused for a smart comedy, but there is no denying its humor and the fun to be had.

Bottom line. Looking for some stupid fun? This definitely fits the bill. It is dumb, it is goofy, and it has Neil Patrick Harris. As far as dumb comedies go, this is one of the better ones to come around in awhile. Cho and Penn make a good on-screen duo. Now, could a third go around be that far off?

Recommended.

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Christopher Beaumont spends much of his time writing about entertainment when he isn't sitting in a movie theater. He is known around the office as the "Movie Guy" and is always ready to talk about his favorite form of entertainment and offer up recommendations. Interests include science fiction, horror, and metal music. His writings can be found at Draven99's Musings and Draven99's Media Center.
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Movie Review: Harold & Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay
Published: April 28, 2008
Type: Review
Section: Video
Filed Under: Video: Comedy
Writer: Chris Beaumont
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