Bob Roberts (1992)

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.

Released Sept. 4, 1992 102 min 17+

Genres: Comedy, Drama

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