Movie Review: Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere
Genre: Drama/Biopic
Duration: 1 hour 59 minutes
Starring: Jeremy Allen White, Jeremy Strong, Stephen Graham
Director: Scott Cooper
Rating: R (Thematic material, sexuality, strong language, violence, and smoking)
Overview
Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere is driven by fine performances that elevate what could be a typical drama. Unlike many musician biopics that showcase extensive singing, this film offers a deeper look into the creative process behind some of Bruce Springsteen’s songs.
Plot and Focus
The story centers on a slice of Bruce Springsteen’s life during the making of his 1982 album Nebraska. It reveals his struggle with depression at the time, drawing from Warren Zanes’ book. This character-driven drama highlights Springsteen’s inspiration rather than focusing heavily on performance.
Key Performance
Jeremy Allen White as Springsteen delivers a strong and convincing portrayal, anchoring the film with emotional depth and subtlety.
“They are a part of a story that could be just a standard drama about anyone. This one just has the name of mega star Bruce ‘The Boss’ Springsteen.”
“White makes this a character-driven movie. Most biographies showcasing the lives of singers and musicians focus on their craft. ‘Deliver Me from Nowhere’ does have this component, but this movie does not show a lot of singing. It shows how Springsteen came up with some of his songs and the inspiration behind them.”
Summary
Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere offers a nuanced and intimate portrait of the artist’s personal and creative challenges beyond the spotlight.
Author’s Conclusion
The film’s strength lies in its quiet, emotional storytelling and compelling lead performance, making it a distinctive addition to the musician biopic genre.