A surprisingly faithful portrait of Bruce Springsteen, starring Jeremy Allen White, explores the musician's psyche and finds fan-friendly gold.
The biopic, set in the Nebraska era, stays true to the small-scale nature of this chapter in Springsteen's story. Jeremy Allen White's portrayal of Bruce is notable, capturing the musician's paralysis in the face of newfound fame and his complex relationship with his father.
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White's performance is magnetic, bringing to life moments such as rocking out with the E Street Band and creating the quiet, strange songs of Nebraska. Director Scott Cooper deserves credit for staying close to the true story.
Author's summary: A faithful portrait of Springsteen's Nebraska era.