Bob and the Monster

Bob and the Monster

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2011-09-24

Six years in the making, this documentary film follows outspoken indie-rock hero Bob Forrest, through his life-threatening struggle with addiction, to his transformation into one of the most influential and controversial drug counselors in the US today. BOB AND THE MONSTER crafts contemporary footage, animation and compelling interviews with archival performances and personal videos from Bob's past to reveal the complex layers of this troubled, but hopeful soul. Testimony from his peers, including Courtney Love, Anthony Kiedis and Flea add texture, but it's the depth of Bob's music, interwoven throughout the film, that illuminates this unforgettable and inspirational story.

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Six years in the making, this documentary film follows outspoken indie-rock hero Bob Forrest, through his life-threatening struggle with addiction, to his transformation into one of the most influential and controversial drug counselors in the US today. BOB AND THE MONSTER crafts contemporary footage, animation and compelling interviews with archival performances and personal videos from Bob's past to reveal the complex layers of this troubled, but hopeful soul. Testimony from his peers, including Courtney Love, Anthony Kiedis and Flea add texture, but it's the depth of Bob's music, interwoven throughout the film, that illuminates this unforgettable and inspirational story.

Released

2011-09-24

Runtime

90

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Budget

$0

Revenue

$0

Genres

Documentary

Language

English

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    Flea

    Flea
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    John Frusciante

    John Frusciante
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    Anthony Kiedis

    Anthony Kiedis
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    Drew Pinsky

    Drew Pinsky
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    Scott Weiland

    Scott Weiland
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    Courtney Love

    Courtney Love
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    Gibby Haynes

    Gibby Haynes
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    Bob Forrest

    Bob Forrest