You Won't Believe What Robert Lichter Revealed Before His Big Honor at LI Music Hall!

Long Island filmmaker Robert Lichter, better known as Bert Blotto, is set to showcase his documentary, Hello! My Name is Blotto: The Movie, at the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF) in Stony Brook Village. The screening will take place on Friday, February 13th, at 7 PM at 97 Main Street, Stony Brook, NY. Following the film, Lichter will engage in a Q&A session alongside band member Broadway Blotto, with the discussion moderated by LIMEHOF Vice Chairman Tom Needham. This event is part of LIMEHOF's Local Long Island Filmmaker's Series.

The screening is free for LIMEHOF members, while non-members can purchase tickets for $10. It's important to note that the ticket price includes only access to the screening and Q&A, and does not cover access to the exhibits. Tickets will be available for purchase at the counter on the day of the event.

Hello! My Name is Blotto: The Movie gained considerable attention during its debut at the inaugural LIMEHOF Music Documentary Film Festival in August 2025, where it sold out its film block. The documentary chronicles the journey of the upstate New York-based rock band Blotto, tracing their evolution from their roots in the 1970s through their surge in popularity during the 1980s, particularly with the advent of MTV. The film celebrates their unexpected hit, “I Wanna Be a Lifeguard,” which propelled them from local club gigs to national fame.

In recognition of his work, Lichter received the inaugural Spirit of Independent Filmmaking Award at the same festival, underscoring the documentary's significance in the local music and film landscape.

Lichter's inspiration for the film stemmed from a collection of videos and photographs he had amassed over 25 years. Initially envisioning an online archive, he pivoted to creating a full-fledged documentary after receiving encouragement from the band's members following an early screening. This shift not only celebrates the band's history but also connects Long Island's rich musical heritage to a wider audience, making it a poignant reminder of the enduring impact of local artists.

For those interested in attending the screening and Q&A session, or for more information about this event and other upcoming activities at LIMEHOF, please visit limusichalloffame.org/museum.