Bobby Roth Biography

Fast Facts

• His film "Heartbreakers" was shown at the 1985 Berlin International Film Festival
• Was nominated for a Gold Hugo Award for Best Feature for "Independence Day" in 1976
• Won the President Award for Best American Indie for "Manhood" at the Ft․ Lauderdale International Film Festival in 2003
• Graduated from the University of Southern California with a degree in Cinema in 1972 and a Master's in Motion Picture Production in 1975
• Studied Philosophy and Creative Writing at the University of California, Berkeley before deciding to enter the motion picture industry
• Quote: "(On his favorite part of filmmaking): "I love watching the impact of music on your images, but the most fun is always being surprised․ When something is 'right' but you don't know how you got there; that's the magic that keeps bringing us back․""
• Was a founding member of both the Independent Feature Project and the DGA's Independent Feature Committee
• Best known as a director of films and TV series, including "Prison Break," "Heartbreakers," and "The Elizabeth Smart Story․"