Question 1

Why wasn't the soundtrack album for Bob Roberts ever released?

Accepted Answer

A soundtrack album was planned for Warner Bros. Records but wasn't released because Tim Robbins didn't want the songs played outside of the movie's context.

Question 2

Which actor helped fund the production of Bob Roberts with their own money?

Accepted Answer

Alan Rickman helped Tim Robbins fund the production of Bob Roberts with his own money.

Question 3

What is the central conflict in Bob Roberts?

Accepted Answer

Millionaire conservative Bob Roberts launches an insurgent campaign against incumbent senator Brickley Paiste, firing up crowds with folk songs espousing far-right views.

Question 4

Which major film festivals featured Bob Roberts in 1992?

Accepted Answer

Bob Roberts was featured at AFI Fest, Cannes Film Festival, Stockholm International Film Festival, and Toronto International Film Festival in 1992.

Question 5

How do Bob Roberts' album titles parody Bob Dylan's work?

Accepted Answer

The albums The Freewheelin' Bob Roberts, Times Are Changin' Back, and Bob on Bob parody Bob Dylan's The Freewheelin' Bob Dylan, The Times They Are A'Changin' and Blonde On Blonde, including cover photos on the first two.

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