I think it's going to be a long, long time before a rock biopic manages to capture the highs and lows of an artist's life like Rocketman.
Known all across the planet as a fearless fighter for social issues, Elton John is a true legend. His songs, which are all steeped in his generous spirit, have touched multiple generations of people. But life hasn't always been easy for Elton. Born in a time when expressing one's sexuality is verboten, John fights the pretense that he can't live his life out in the open. With an astonishing musical gift encouraged by his mother, though, he is fated to step into the spotlight-and stay there. His skyrocketing body of work provides inspiration and hope to all who listen.
This inspirational story -- set to Elton John's most beloved songs and performed by star Taron Egerton -- tells the universally relatable story of how a small-town boy became one of the most iconic figures in pop culture. ROCKETMAN also stars Jamie Bell as Elton's longtime lyricist and writing partner Bernie Taupin, Richard Madden as Elton's first manager, John Reid, and Bryce Dallas Howard as Elton's mother Sheila Farebrother. Directed by Dexter Fletcher.
Runtime 121 Minutes. Rated R (for language throughout, some drug use and sexual content)
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AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Arts & Entertainment |
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