I Am Bob (2007)
Overview
On his way to a Make Poverty History gig in Scotland, Bob Geldof is accidentally stranded by an incompetent chauffeur in a run-down motel in Northern England. To his horror, he discovers a lookalike contest is taking place, and no-one will believe he is the real Bob Geldof. Just when he thinks things can't get any worse, he discovers he may not be the only Bob Geldof in the room... Written by Linda Boulie
Production Companies
Additional Info
| Budget | $100,000.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 0.985 |
Directed By
Donald Rice
TOP CAST
Bob Geldof
Bob
David Bamber
Bob Geldof Lookalike
Brian Conley
The Compere
Claire Rushbrook
Barmaid/Patsy Cline Lookalike
Maxine Peake
Marilyn Monroe Lookalike/Compere's Assistant
Trevor Cooper
Pope John Paul II Lookalike/Cabbie
Struan Rodger
Local
Gareth Corke
Beggar
Anne Beach
Registration Lady
Steve Elson
Mick Jagger Lookalike
Peter Dunwell
Limo Driver
Ray Johnson
Elton John Lookalike
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