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Directors Statement
As an immigrant to the United States (I was born in S. Africa), I have
always struggled to define America and to understand the "quintessential American." I have traveled extensively around the U.S. shooting television commercials -- and was interested in finding a vehicle, a common thread to link all the disparate voices and ideas that I have experienced on my journeys. Finally, after seeing the name "Bob Smith" on several different locations across the country (store front;windows, bill boards, car licence plates,etc.), it dawned on me that the name "Bob Smith" could be used to artistically portray life across the United States. In many ways the film defined itself. I listened to the central themes and ideas of each Bob and followed the natural juxtapositions. The lives of the different Bob Smith’s became a mirror for the country as a whole. To me the film is a part entertainment, part anthropological study. A slice of the American pie.
Neil Abramson
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This film needs to reach the public eye., 22 June 2005
Author: broknspyrl from United States
"Overall, I felt this was a most excellent film, which I recommend everyone go and see. Yes, many of the characters are rather hate-able, but, some characters are just fun to hate. I guarantee, after this film, you and your friends will be talking about and mentioning the characters from this film for weeks after you have seen it. *HAHAHAHAHA*"
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Great movie that really says something about the diversity of Americans beyond race, 19 August 2005
Author: Sprklngdmd from United States
" I don't suggest seeing this movie if you are very religious and offended easily by those who criticize religion. So I definitely suggest finding a way to see this movie, it's worth it!"
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Incredible film. Funny, filling, honest., 20 August 2005
Author: amazing_sincodek from United States
"I just saw this film for the second night in a row and I still can't believe how awesome it is. If you have access to a screening, read no more: just go see it. There's no way anyone can describe it that would really convey its essence, and I imagine it's best to see it with no expectations at all except that it will be a fun ride. This film is just awesome. Try to see it if you can. You leave feeling whole and you don't even know why."
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