Bob Ross: The Happy Painter
A behind-the-scenes look at the beloved public television personality's journey from humble beginnings to an American pop-culture icon. "The Happy Painter" reveals the public and private sides of Bob Ross through loving accounts from close friends and family, childhood photographs and rare archival footage. Interviewees recount his gentle, mild-mannered demeanor and unwavering dedication to wildlife, and disclose little-known facts about his hair, his fascination with fast cars and more. Film clips feature Bob Ross with mentor William Alexander and the rough-cut of the first "Joy of Painting" episode from 1982. Famous Bob Ross enthusiasts, including talk-show pioneer Phil Donahue, film stars Jane Seymour and Terrence Howard, chef Duff Goldman and country music favorites Brad Paisley and Jerrod Niemann, provide fascinating insights into the man, the artist and his legacy.
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- Cast：
- Bob Ross , Phil Donahue , Jane Seymour , Joan Rivers , Terrence Howard , Regis Philbin , Kathie Lee Gifford
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Good films always raise compelling questions, whether the format is fiction or documentary fact.
Strong acting helps the film overcome an uncertain premise and create characters that hold our attention absolutely.
It's easily one of the freshest, sharpest and most enjoyable films of this year.
.Like the great film, it's made with a great deal of visible affection both in front of and behind the camera.
