Like many documentaries about universally loved figures, Bob Ross: Happy Accidents, Betrayal and Greed is pleasant and informative without being particularly daring. Viewers will learn some juicy bits about Ross' personal life and there is light artistic expression in the film, yet overall, the documentary feels rather safe. The stylistic feel is gentle and warm, much like Bob Ross himself, which can't be faulted since it is very fitting. However, the film lacks a distinct vision that would make it truly memorable.
The story has drama as it gets into the ugly posthumous battle for the rights to Bob Ross' name and image. We get to see plenty of emotion out of Bob's son, Steve Ross, as he discusses past frictions with his father, mourning his father's death, and engaging in said legal battles. Furthermore, the editing of the documentary is energetic enough to counter the dry nature of documentaries. Still, the film is lacking the artistic or emotional bite that leaves lasting impressions. So, while there are definitely small treasures to get from this movie, Bob Ross: Happy Accidents, Betrayal and Greed will likely be mildly enjoyed and largely forgotten by most viewers.
* Writing: 6/10 * Direction: 6/10 * Cinematography: 7/10 * Acting: 8/10 * Editing: 7/10 * Sound: 7/10 * Score/Soundtrack: 6/10 * Production Design: 6/10 * Casting: 7/10 * Effects: 6/10
Overall Score: 6.6/10.
The story has drama as it gets into the ugly posthumous battle for the rights to Bob Ross' name and image. We get to see plenty of emotion out of Bob's son, Steve Ross, as he discusses past frictions with his father, mourning his father's death, and engaging in said legal battles. Furthermore, the editing of the documentary is energetic enough to counter the dry nature of documentaries. Still, the film is lacking the artistic or emotional bite that leaves lasting impressions. So, while there are definitely small treasures to get from this movie, Bob Ross: Happy Accidents, Betrayal and Greed will likely be mildly enjoyed and largely forgotten by most viewers.
* Writing: 6/10 * Direction: 6/10 * Cinematography: 7/10 * Acting: 8/10 * Editing: 7/10 * Sound: 7/10 * Score/Soundtrack: 6/10 * Production Design: 6/10 * Casting: 7/10 * Effects: 6/10
Overall Score: 6.6/10.