
Remember in Being John Malkovich, when Malkovich goes through his own portal?
"Malkovich. Malkovich malkovich MALKOVICH. Malcovich."
This is what happens when Obama goes through his own portal. A visit to the city of Obama, Japan.
Thanks Zach!

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