A surprisingly faithful portrait of Bruce Springsteen, starring Jeremy Allen White, digs into Springsteen's psyche and finds plenty of fan-friendly gold.
The film, directed by Scott Cooper, stays close to the small-scale story of Springsteen's life during the Nebraska era. Jeremy Allen White's portrayal of Bruce is notable, as he captures the essence of a man paralyzed by newfound fame and haunted by his complicated relationship with his father.
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Despite the simple premise, White's performance is magnetic, particularly in scenes where he rocks out with the E Street Band and communes with his guitar and TASCAM as the quiet, strange songs of Nebraska take shape.
Author's summary: A faithful portrait of Bruce Springsteen's life.