A surprisingly faithful portrait of Bruce Springsteen's life, starring Jeremy Allen White, explores the musician's psyche and finds fan-friendly moments.
“Man makes record in bedroom”
does not sound like a typical Hollywood movie pitch, but director Scott Cooper stays true to the small-scale story of Springsteen's Nebraska era. Jeremy Allen White's portrayal of Springsteen as a man struggling with newfound fame and a complicated relationship with his father is magnetically captivating.
White's performance shines in moments such as rocking out with the E Street Band and creating the quiet, strange songs of Nebraska.
Author's summary: A faithful portrait of Springsteen's life.