Music,Drama
United Kingdom,United States of America,Canada
The movie Rocketman is a musical biopic that tells the story of Elton John, one of the most successful and iconic musicians of all time. The film follows Elton's life from his childhood in a working-class family in suburbia, to his years as a prodigious student at the Royal Academy of Music, to his meteoric rise to fame in the 1970s and 80s.
The film is structured as a musical, with Elton's music serving as the soundtrack to his life story. Throughout the film, Elton's most famous songs are used to highlight key moments in his life, from his first meeting with lyricist Bernie Taupin to his struggles with addiction and personal relationships.
The movie also explores Elton's complex relationships with the people around him, including his parents, his manager John Reid, and his lifelong friend and collaborator Bernie Taupin. The film does not shy away from the darker aspects of Elton's life, including his struggles with addiction, his failed marriages, and his fraught relationships with his parents.
Ultimately, Rocketman is a celebration of Elton's life and career, a testament to the enduring power of his music, and a reminder of the transformative power of art. The film has been praised for its performances, particularly by Taron Egerton, who portrays Elton John with incredible energy and charisma, and for its innovative approach to the biopic genre.
