Bob Roberts (1992)

Pop Culture Phenomenon Films: 90’s (1929 movies items)

" A Documentary-style look at the fictional Senatorial campaign of Bob Roberts, an arch-conservative folk singer turned politician. This political satire includes several original songs co-written and performed by writer/director/star Tim Robbins, and cameo appearances by other stars as reporters and news anchors. Bob Roberts is a folksinger with a difference: He offers tunes that protest welfare chiselers, liberal whining, and the like. As the filmmakers follow his campaign, Robbins gives ne"

Political Candidate - Movies (17 movies items)

" Tim Robbins as Bob Roberts"

Favorite Drama Films: 1992-1993 (107 movies items)

" Directed by: Tim Robbins Produced by: Tim Bevan, Forrest Murray, Ronna B. Wallace, and Paul Webster Written by: Tim Robbins Cinematography: Jean Leppine Edited by: Lisa Zeno Churgin Music by: Tim Robbins Music and lyrics by: David Robbins and Tim Robbins Distributed by: Paramount Pictures"

Favorite Comedy Films: 1992-1993 (77 movies items)

" Directed by: Tim Robbins Produced by: Tim Bevan, Forrest Murray, Ronna B. Wallace, and Paul Webster Written by: Tim Robbins Cinematography: Jean Leppine Edited by: Lisa Zeno Churgin Music by: Tim Robbins Music and lyrics by: David Robbins and Tim Robbins Distributed by: Paramount Pictures"

Movies the giraffe watched in 2017: March (55 movies items)

"First viewing - March 6th I've seen a fair amount of positive feedback on this film over the years, so I was curious to give it a look. It's a well-made film, but also kinda depressing in a way. It works as a behind-the-scenes look at how the campaign trail might go for someone like Mr. Roberts, as well as social commentary of what lengths some politicians will go to to win the power they desire. As such it's also difficult to get behind, because there are few characters in the film worth spend"

Some of My Favorite Film Taglines II (164 movies items)

""Vote first. Ask questions later." "Coming to a Senate Seat Near You.""