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Bob Roberts is a 1992 American satirical mockumentary film written, directed by, and starring Tim Robbins. [5] It depicts the rise of Robert "Bob" Roberts Jr., a right-wing politician who is a candidate for an upcoming United States Senate election.
Sep 2, 2017 · When Bob Roberts opened in theaters on Sept. 4, 1992, Bob’s fake election was overshadowed by the actual presidential debates between President George H.W. Bush, Democratic challenger Bill ...
- Jeff Labrecque
Bob Roberts: Directed by Tim Robbins. With Tim Robbins, Giancarlo Esposito, Alan Rickman, Ray Wise. A conservative folk singer turns his hand to politics, running for the US Senate.
- (16K)
- Comedy, Drama
- Tim Robbins
- 1992-09-04
Sep 11, 1992 · Bob Roberts, the hero of Tim Robbins‘ new film, is a “populist” candidate for the Senate in Pennsylvania. He’s a self-made millionaire who sings folk songs to his audiences, songs with titles like “The Times They are a-Changin’ Back.”
The film also offers a cavalcade of favorite actors, including Alan Rickman, Susan Sarandon, Helen Hunt, James Spader, Ray Wise (who you may know best as Twin Peaks ’ Leland Palmer), and a very ...
Synopsis. Vote first. Ask questions later. Millionaire conservative Bob Roberts launches an insurgent campaign against incumbent senator Brickley Paiste, firing up crowds at his rallies by singing '60s-style acoustic folk songs with lyrics espousing far-right conservative social and economic views. Cast.
Millionaire conservative Bob Roberts launches an insurgent campaign against incumbent senator Brickley Paiste, firing up crowds at his rallies by singing '60s-style acoustic folk songs with lyrics espousing far-right conservative social and economic views.
