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Bob Roberts

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In a United States engulfed in political and social uncertainty of the 1990s, an idealistic yet manipulative singer-songwriter embarks on an electoral campaign to become senator for his home state. With his charisma and music, the candidate presents himself as an outsider, a man of the people fighting for justice, but as the campaign progresses, his true intentions are revealed.

Through an ingenious documentary-style approach, the film tracks the character's journey as he uses his music as a tool of manipulation to win hearts and minds. His promise of radical changes for the people clashes with a backdrop of corruption and dark dealings, and the suffering of the citizens becomes mere merchandise on his path to power.

Gradually, the public begins to realize that behind the facade of his peaceful and cheerful figure hides an ambitious politician who is willing to do whatever it takes to achieve his goals. Amid interviews, concerts, and scandals, the story unfolds with a blend of satire and sharp criticism, demonstrating how appearances can be misleading in the labyrinth of the political world. With a strong cast and a biting script, the film offers a provocative look at ambition, fame, and ethics in American politics.

Media type
Movie
Year
1992
Director
Tim Robbins
Writer
Tim Robbins
Rating
Service
Internet Movie Database
Rating
7.00
Service
Rotten tomatoes
Rating
93.00
Service
Metacritic
Rating
70.00
Actors
Tim Robbins
Giancarlo Esposito
Alan Rickman
Ray Wise
Brian Murray
Rebecca Jenkins
Harry Lennix
John Ottavino
Robert Stanton
Kelly Willis
Tom Atkins
David Strathairn
James Spader
Pamela Reed
Helen Hunt
Eva Amurri
Peter Gallagher
Lynne Thigpen
Bingo O'Malley
Kathleen Chalfant
Ruth Lesko
Jack Black
Matthew Faber
Matt McGrath
Anita Gillette
Susan Sarandon
Fred Ward
Charles R. Altman
Shannon Holt
Staci Marie Marcum
Fisher Stevens
Gil Robbins
Angela Hall
Lee Robbins
John Cusack
Bob Balaban
Allan F. Nicholls
June Stein
Ned Bellamy
Natalie Strong
Bernice Brourman
Pat Logan
Larry John Meyers
Robert Hegyes
Tom Tully
Anthony Dileo Jr.
Jane Crawford
Ann Talman
Lamont Arnold
Gabrielle Robbins
Adele Robbins
Brian Powell
Dean Robinson
Jeff Foster
Jeremy Piven
Lee Arenberg
David Sinaiko
Brent Hinkley
Hal O'Leary
Don Brockett
Linda King
Gender
Comedy
Drama
Country
United States
Producers
Forrest Murray
Original title
Bob Roberts
Duration
102
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