Bob Roberts (1992)

Overview: Mock documentary about an upstart candidate for the U.S. Senate written and directed by actor Tim Robbins. 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 needle-sharp insight into the way candidates manipulate the media.

Starring: Tim Robbins, Giancarlo Esposito, Ray Wise, Alan Rickman

Categories: Comedy, Drama