Bobby
Bobby

Movie spotlight

Bobby

2002
Movie
161 min
Telugu

Love between two youngsters leads to a dispute between two families.

Insights

IMDb6.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes44%
Metacritic52/100
Google Users72%
Director: Emilio EstevezGenres: Drama, History

Plot Summary

The film interweaves the stories of 22 fictional characters whose lives intersect on the day of Robert F. Kennedy's assassination at the Ambassador Hotel in Los Angeles. It captures the hopes, dreams, and anxieties of people from diverse backgrounds as they navigate this pivotal moment in American history. The narrative culminates in the tragic events of June 6, 1968.

Critical Reception

Bobby received mixed reviews from critics. While many praised the film's ambitious scope, ensemble cast, and emotional resonance, some criticized its sprawling narrative and felt that it struggled to give adequate depth to all of its characters. Audience reception was generally more positive, appreciating its historical context and performances.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its powerful ensemble cast and moving portrayal of a historical tragedy.

  • Criticized for its overly ambitious narrative that sometimes spread too thin.

  • Appreciated for its attempt to capture the mood and impact of RFK's assassination.

Google audience: Audiences generally found Bobby to be an emotional and thought-provoking film, with many commending the performances and the historical significance. Some viewers felt that while the film was touching, it could have been more focused.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture – Drama and Best Original Song. Also received a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture.

Fun Fact

The film meticulously recreated the Ambassador Hotel, which had been demolished years before production began, using original blueprints and photographs.

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