Rocketman
Paramount Pictures | Release Date: May 31, 2019
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CarlElmoreNov 22, 2022
Taron Egerton does an amazing job at playing Elton John and I love how they told the story visually.
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anaalice1Jul 19, 2022
What an incredible performance by Taron, this film makes us see the reality of Elton John's life and with so many emotional and special moments.
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ShepeloJun 5, 2022
This movie is awesome. It's a very emotional and grounded biopic of Elton John, and will leave you feeling bittersweet. It really shows how depressing (but also happy) Elton's life could be at times. But the best part of this movie isThis movie is awesome. It's a very emotional and grounded biopic of Elton John, and will leave you feeling bittersweet. It really shows how depressing (but also happy) Elton's life could be at times. But the best part of this movie is definitely Taron Egerton doing both the acting and singing as Elton John. He does a fantastic job, and I think he was absolutely robbed for an oscar.… Expand
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Voodoo123Apr 22, 2022
This was a really enjoyable musical/drama/biopic. The cast and soundtrack were excellent. The pacing and production value were great throughout.
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BitashDec 6, 2021
I guess they tried to be different and it just didn’t work. Warning, this is a musical!!! Shocking. And I hate musical. After Bohemian Rhapsody, this one is a complete bore. I ended up playing with my cat and cleaning the house while I wasI guess they tried to be different and it just didn’t work. Warning, this is a musical!!! Shocking. And I hate musical. After Bohemian Rhapsody, this one is a complete bore. I ended up playing with my cat and cleaning the house while I was watching since it completely lost my interest. It shows a little bit of his childhood and then boom he becomes a star, leaves you with questions like how the band was made. However, I’m rating the movie based on the writing, my expectations for a real documentary. I would give it a 10 for Talons acting and singing and the music numbers. But that’s not what I was looking for.… Expand
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DawdlingPoetNov 24, 2021
First off, this is much more of a musical than Bohemian Rhapsody. I do think Taron Egerton gave a great performance as Elton and Jamie Bell also gave a great performance as Bernie Taupin but I kept thinking I wish that it would be a littleFirst off, this is much more of a musical than Bohemian Rhapsody. I do think Taron Egerton gave a great performance as Elton and Jamie Bell also gave a great performance as Bernie Taupin but I kept thinking I wish that it would be a little bit slower at times, painting more of a picture in terms of what he was like as a child, his early years. There is a bit featured but not too much. Also when he starts to become famous, there isn't much shown in terms of his success in the UK and obviously he is a big name in the US but he must have spent more time touring the UK before he became the household name he is in America. Ok so perhaps im being a little picky - I certainly can't say I didn't enjoy the flamboyant stage performances and the choreographed numbers, I did but I suppose I felt it somehow distracted from the main story of the mans life. It certainly made me want to learn more about him. Of course I understand if he didn't want the context of certain things entirely explained as such and certainly as a film in itself, its visually quite appealing and its certainly entertaining.

I also liked that its a 'warts and all' depiction - it doesn't shy away from highlighting the many addictions and other personal issues that Elton had to deal with. Its certainly a slightly different way of portraying a story like Eltons, being categorised as a musical fantasy film and I can certainly see how it qualifies as that sort of a film. If your a fan of Eltons music, then I'd recommend it, yes.… Expand
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Brooklyn_SummerOct 24, 2021
They sweetened the coffee a lot so it doesn't taste bitter.And people drinks it
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MooovieCowApr 18, 2021
Go into it with the mindset of a stage musical and you'll probably like it. It is really different as a music biopic, but it's fun and really creative. Edgerton was incredible in the role and really made a statement as a leading man inGo into it with the mindset of a stage musical and you'll probably like it. It is really different as a music biopic, but it's fun and really creative. Edgerton was incredible in the role and really made a statement as a leading man in Hollywood. Really surprising he didn't get an Oscar nomination.… Expand
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iCampoRamilApr 16, 2021
Pese a no ser yo demasiado fan de Elton John, lo conozco, pero no me tocó vivir esa época donde triunfó tanto, a pesar de que lo admiro, es una buena película, que pese a eso, a no ser yo un gran fan, me ha gustado y conmovido.
Me gustó muchoPese a no ser yo demasiado fan de Elton John, lo conozco, pero no me tocó vivir esa época donde triunfó tanto, a pesar de que lo admiro, es una buena película, que pese a eso, a no ser yo un gran fan, me ha gustado y conmovido.
Me gustó mucho que sea musical a la vieja usanza, no como otras películas, sin entrar en comparaciones, Bohemian Rapsody o Yesterday, que tiran más por el drama-comedia con toques musicales, esto es un musical, cantan cuando comen, cantan cuando están por la calle, a pesar de que también hay actuaciones musicales como si fuera un concierto, no olvidarse de que es un biopic, pero me gusta eso.
El actor protagonista, Egerton, es la bomba, es muy bueno, no sé si imita a la perfección a Elton John, lo dicho, no soy un gran conocedor, pero me lo creí con creces, me lo creí, se me hizo creíble pese a que estaba interpretando no a un personaje cualquiera, a una persona real, así que punto muy a favor.
La película es muy significativa, tiene mucho significado vaya, mucho simbolismo, pero no me ha transmitido mucho, eso sí, tiene un buen argumento, la narrativa me gusta, sin ser algo de otro mundo.
La fotografía es esplendorosa, quizás para emular ese arte de la vestimenta del artista, tan colorido y demás, la fotografía juega con muchos colores y está muy guay.
Eso sí, lo mejor, sin duda alguna de la película, el vestuario y la caracterización, una auténtica locura, así como los escenarios, sobre todo en los momentos musicales, me parecieron fascinantes.
En conclusión, es una película honesta y amable, tiene un mensaje muy bonito y tiene partes técnicas muy buenas, a parte de Egerton, un 10, pero por lo que tengo entendido el apartado musical flojea algo, aún así, una película buena, chula de ver.… Expand
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KelvinSelimorMar 29, 2021
Rocketman. Yeah, yeah, yeah! Great music and fast script. Special praise to actor Taron Egerton, who has superbly portrayed Elton John. The only drawback of this film seems to me to be a very fast plot.
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LuizGuilhermeNov 5, 2019
Rocketman is a brilliant cinebiography of Elton John, with amazing actors and actresses. Taron Egerton's performance is amazing and beautiful, and his relationship with Burnie is very special and amazing. And the movie made that very clear.
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JCVJohnsonJul 24, 2020
First, stop referring to this bland Poppins-Rock garbage as rock. It’s bubblegum **** Second, Elton John is one of the worst offenders. Third, this movie was terrible. The only reason anybody gives it a positive review is they let be elronFirst, stop referring to this bland Poppins-Rock garbage as rock. It’s bubblegum **** Second, Elton John is one of the worst offenders. Third, this movie was terrible. The only reason anybody gives it a positive review is they let be elron John for whatever strange reason… Expand
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geometricalMay 27, 2020
Far more self-indulgent than Bohemian Rhapsody, but still a great addition to the rock star biopic genre.
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Sargento6810May 23, 2020
É Muito Maravilhoso Este Filme E Pelo Fato De Que Eu Gosto Muito De Elton John Mais Nunca Assisti Este Filme Completo Ainda Hoje E Sempre A Minha Nota É 10
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imthenoobMay 18, 2020
I laugh at the reviews criticising this bio-epic for being an honest bio-epic but on the other hand, praising the Queen bio-epic despite that being mostly made up. I thought Egerton did a phenomenal job as Elton and he's actually singing theI laugh at the reviews criticising this bio-epic for being an honest bio-epic but on the other hand, praising the Queen bio-epic despite that being mostly made up. I thought Egerton did a phenomenal job as Elton and he's actually singing the songs was a huge plus for me and something that Malak didn't do in Bohemian Rhapsody.

Rocketman doesn't try to be a feel-good movie, It gives you a pretty in-depth look at who Elton was at various stages of his career and it was great to see him turn his life around. All in all, It's just a satisfying movie that offers a good blend of music and drama. It was everything that Bohemian Rhapsody should have been.… Expand
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darkbloodshed13May 17, 2020
Rocketman is a biopic about Sir Elton John directed by Dexter Fletcher and stars Taron Egerton as the titular Elton John. This film is presented amazingly well. The performance given by Taron Egerton is right on the money, which to be honestRocketman is a biopic about Sir Elton John directed by Dexter Fletcher and stars Taron Egerton as the titular Elton John. This film is presented amazingly well. The performance given by Taron Egerton is right on the money, which to be honest didn't surprise me one bit I have been a fan of his since the Kingsman movies and I already knew he could sing Elton John songs with is performance in Sing. It helps that the story betrays Elton with respect but doesn't shy away from the dark times in his live. Where most films would have tried to trim down the dark parts of his live this film dives head first into it. The biggest asset that this film has is the music numbers. Now normally I'm not a big fan of Elton John songs, yet this film presents each of them in a strange and unique manner that I couldn't help but get into them. In conclusion if you are an Elton John fan than you'll like this film, heck even if your not you might get some enjoyment out of this film.… Expand
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marklaing1Apr 28, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I knew we were in trouble when I heard that Elton was making it himself as such vanity projects rarely turn out well. However, my wife saw it on a flight back to LA from NY and said it was great. OK, I'll give it a try.

Akk. It started out in rehab and ended in rehab. It's not so much a BioPic as a sort of tale of a star's rehab struggles, which is fine for a documentary.

Where was the story of "Yellow Brick Road", which was a flash on the screen in a montage, where are the rest of the band? What's up with that weird Kiki Dee scene which just kind of ends? I remember at the time Elton was so kind to help resurrect Kiki's career which was floundering and it just sort of drops into the movie. Weird. Yellow Brick Road hit us all at school like a bomb (I was going boarding school in the UK in the 70s so this was my generation) and it was amazing. We listened to it until the record was worn out. We loved, and still love Elton John's music.

Taron Egerton was sort of "OK". Too tall, too well-built but too little musical skill to carry off the famous tunes. I mean everyone in the world knows the great Elton John songs so why not use 'em?? Or start singing in the actors' voice then cut away to the real tune?… Expand
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AlanGoldbergApr 10, 2020
This is a solid musical film. I wasn’t a big fan of Elton but this film caught me. Way better than Bohemian Rhapsody, simply by the fact that the actor sing.
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MglovesfunMar 18, 2020
Beautifully directed. A triumph. I loved the fantasy elements worked into an otherwise non-fantasy movie. Could've easily gone 9/10.
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KatanaVoidFeb 14, 2020
One of the most underrated movies of all time, "Rocketman" is one of the best musicals of the decade. "Rocketman" bring the best Elton John songs together, in a touching and beautiful way, Taron Egerton's acting deserved an oscar (or at leastOne of the most underrated movies of all time, "Rocketman" is one of the best musicals of the decade. "Rocketman" bring the best Elton John songs together, in a touching and beautiful way, Taron Egerton's acting deserved an oscar (or at least a nomination), and he did a great job singing Elton's songs, bringing them to the next level.
The art direction is amazing. They recreated the rockstar's figurines and clothing with mastery, filling the screen with vibrant, beautiful colors. The movie is also not afraid to show Elton's sexual life, and it does it in a subtle and artistic way.

"Rocketman" deserved way more than he got. He only had one Oscar nomination, for best Original Song, and it won, but the picture deserves a lot.… Expand
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Stream2BigScreeJan 28, 2020
Rocketman: launch or misfire?

On the surface, there will be many comparisons between Rocketman, opening May 31, starring Taron Egerton as Elton John, and last year’s box office hit Bohemian Rhapsody, which starred Rami Malek in his AcademyRocketman: launch or misfire?

On the surface, there will be many comparisons between Rocketman, opening May 31, starring Taron Egerton as Elton John, and last year’s box office hit Bohemian Rhapsody, which starred Rami Malek in his Academy Award winning performance as Queen frontman, Freddie Mercury. These are obvious comparisons: biopic, 1970’s-1980’s time period, flamboyant musical superstar, struggles with sexuality, well-known and infectious tunes, tragedy and triumph. While that seems like a lot of similarities,Rocketman takes a very different path than the otherwise straightforward recapping of life events likeBohemian Rhapsody.

It is right in the tagline on the posters of Rocketman: “Based on a True Fantasy.” This film is a rousing, jukebox musical with Elton John’s songs weaving in as the story unfolds, infusing the various set-pieces with emotion, depth and ultimately a lot of entertainment. If you are expecting a biopic, forget it. Start thinking musical. The characters sing to each other in Elton’s songs. For example, there is a sequence where Elton, his mom, grandmother and estranged father are sitting in separate parts of the family home singing to the audience. Another sequence is when Elton stalks through a party singing “Tiny Dancer”. These fantasy sequences use the laundry list of hits to uniquely tell this story that could have been another been-there-done-that movie.

Taron Egerton, who is best known for the Kingsman movies, brings a brash energy to his portrayal of Elton John. Egerton has a great voice and he does an admirable job suggesting John’s singing voice without trying to be a carbon-copy. The performance goes from young, vibrant, talented and arrogant to balding, isolated, and damaged, struggling with fame; and, Egerton hits every note just right without missing some of the humor in it all. He seems to be having a ton of fun show up in crazier and crazier costumes, some very iconic. While the film is a showcase for Egerton, the remainder of the cast is uniformly good, including Jamie Bell as John’s writing partner, Bernie Taupin, Richard Madden, who best known from Game of Thrones, and Bryce Dallas Howard, as John’s mom. And, they all sing!

Now, the film does get a little episodic as it goes along though it never feels like it is dragging. The plot points are still there like any other straightforward biopic. Plus, you know Elton John survives in the end and continues to be successful and respected. If people breaking out in song in the middle of a scene puts you off, then maybe be cautious about going to the theater on this one, but I really think that it is worth at the very least a matinee price because the makers of Rocketman really were thoughtful about putting the greatness of Elton John front and center in using his music as punctuation to the man’s life story. For Elton fans, musical fans, and for anyone desperate to see people try something new with stale formulas,Rocketman is worth the money.… Expand
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THCJan 26, 2020
Rocketman tells us the story of British Music Composer Elton John and his rough family relationship. Although a great film, there are still many flaws in Rocketman concerning events that didn't actually happen. In a sense, the film wasRocketman tells us the story of British Music Composer Elton John and his rough family relationship. Although a great film, there are still many flaws in Rocketman concerning events that didn't actually happen. In a sense, the film was inspired mainly by Bohemian Rhapsody, which was released in 2018, a year earlier. Overall, Rocketman is a film that requires improvement.… Expand
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SylamanJan 7, 2020
Just a waste of time. From all the recent movies about musicians and bands this one is the worst.
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EkisdeJan 6, 2020
Underrated movie
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MattBrady99Dec 31, 2019
"Real love's hard to come by. So you find a way to cope without it."

Final review of 2019! 'Rocketman' is everything a musical biopic should be. Well, I wouldn’t really call it a biopic, as a musical told in a rated R fairy tale seems more"Real love's hard to come by. So you find a way to cope without it."

Final review of 2019!

'Rocketman' is everything a musical biopic should be. Well, I wouldn’t really call it a biopic, as a musical told in a rated R fairy tale seems more appropriate. While occasionally falling into the “Walk The Line” of cliches, but never has a biopic be presented in such an extraordinary and yet sore fashion. Some things may be overly dramatized or just didn’t happen, but then again it is “based on a true fantasy”.

Taron Egerton as Elton John is perfect casting. I’m already aware that Egerton is a singer, and yet what surprised me the most was how much he sings just like Elton. No lip syncing or donkey teeth, just an honest portrayal of a national treasure. I hope Egerton gets some serious award consideration for this performance, because if anyone deserves some recognition for leading actor, it’s him. I no longer see him as Eggsy from Kingsman. He is Elton John.

Jamie Bell was excellent as Berine Taupin, Aka the sweetest eyes you will ever seen. The chemistry between Bell and Egerton was a match made in heaven just not the romantic kind.

Richard Madden was a brutal force as John Reed. A cold and controlling snake that sucks away any happiness in Elton’s life. Maddens vocals was pretty damn good, which I’m surprised people haven’t brought up yet.

I loved how the songs were integrated in the film. The fame and sparkly glitter can’t hide open wounds. There’s a scene that’s almost plucked straight out of Bob Fosse’s ‘All That Jazz’, where Elton is carried off in an ambulance after he attempts suicide, but thrown back into a stadium like a wild animal. I found it incredibly devastating how he pretends to be happy when performing on stage while being dead inside. I also noticed the lyrics had been changed to "I miss my LIFE" from "I miss my wife”. How one word can change the meaning and perspective of the song.

Perhaps my favorite scene in the whole movie is when Reggie sits at the piano and composes "Your Song" for the very first time. I thought the scene perfectly captures the overall feeling of the song. The overwhelming feeling of love and appreciation you have for a special person in your life. It gives you the impression that these people existed in real life and cared for each other. Men who are too afraid to open up their feelings and telling their friends how much they love them, while living in a world that’s so cynical and unkind. So yeah, I nearly teared up. Such a beautiful moment.

At his highs and lows, Elton has lived life like no other. “You will never be famous”, his father told him when he was a little boy. “You will never be loved”, his mother told him after he tells the truth about his sexuality. “I’ll still be collecting my twenty percent long after you've killed yourself”, his producer manage told him during his lowest.

Despite every obstacle Elton faced his life and how depressing the tone may be, but then again, you’re looking at a true survivor, because he’s still standing.

Overall rating: You can have that hug now, Elton

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greenisgoodNov 7, 2019
TL;DR - The most shocking thing for me is even though I am a huge Queen fan and my knowledge of Elton John's work stops at Lion King, I still enjoyed Rocketman more as a movie. Taron Egerton is absolutely captivating in his portrayal alongTL;DR - The most shocking thing for me is even though I am a huge Queen fan and my knowledge of Elton John's work stops at Lion King, I still enjoyed Rocketman more as a movie. Taron Egerton is absolutely captivating in his portrayal along with stellar editing and writing makes the Biopic/Musical a worthwhile watch. My lack of knowledge for Elton John's timeless work and personal life definitely had a lot of impact on my enjoyment and I assume is why I loved this movie much more as a work of semi fiction over a true fan or follower hoping to see his true life story.

The Good
I was far more astonished at my own reaction for this film than you can ever understand. Even though it has some of my most hated movie elements; i.e, family drama, A Musical, sleazebag love interest and many more all of these elements are held up with good writing, beautiful cinematography, an understated excellence in performances creating something more than any genre tagline I can label. Everyone in this movie bring their 'A' game which helps propel this well written story ahead of the pack of generic Biopics, the editing definitely helps but the strong dialogue writing makes the character interactions some of the most powerful scenes in the movie. Particularly the ending left me with some good food for thought as we see Taron Egerton make his concluding steps to the end of his character portrayal.

The Bad
But as no movie can be perfect there were quite a few gripes I had with this movie, very, very minor gripes in comparison to the good entertainment value this film provides us. A few places the pacing seems to dwindle a little too much, the sleazebag manager/lover could have benefited from better character writing and a little more emphasis on the best part which is Elton John's interaction with his friends and family would have helped.
Even though the character/friends and family interactions were the best part of the film it seems to lack a little, slightly over-shadowed by a few too many musical numbers. Some quieter more dialogue based character development scenes over certain Musical numbers was necessary to make this a tighter and more streamlined experience.… Expand
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manningn15Jun 12, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Rocketman gets an A+ from me. The musical numbers were spectacular, I especially loved the Saturday Night's Alright for Fighting number, the I Want Love number, the Rocket Man number, The B*tch Is Back number, the Bennie and the Jets number, and the Goodbye Yellow Brick Road number. Taron Egerton's performance as Elton John was outstanding and his voice was phenomenal, he put so much emotion and heart into his performance. The soundtrack was terrific and it is one of my top 5 favorite soundtracks of 2019, one of my top 10 favorite soundtracks of all time, and one of my favorite albums of all time. The costumes were remarkably outrageous and just plain fantastic. Bryce Dallas Howard, Richard Madden, Jamie Bell, Steven Mackintosh and Gemma Jones also gave great performances. This movie made me fell so many different emotions like happiness, sadness for what Elton John had to go through in his life, and anger for how Elton John's parents were towards him. I even got teary-eyed at some points in the movie. This is my favorite biography movie of 2019, my favorite biography of all time, my 2nd favorite musical of 2019, my favorite drama of 2019, one of my top 10 favorite movies of 2019, one of my top 10 favorite musicals of all time, and one of my favorite movies of all time.… Expand
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ViewJarDec 19, 2019
A year passed since I have seen "Bohemian Rhapsody" in the cinema. And now the same movie, but more colorful? Not exactly. Sure, there are some similarities between those two stories, but this is more because both characters have similaritiesA year passed since I have seen "Bohemian Rhapsody" in the cinema. And now the same movie, but more colorful? Not exactly. Sure, there are some similarities between those two stories, but this is more because both characters have similarities and not because of the fact, that "Rocketman" is just all copied. It does try some new thinks of which I most liked the musical interferences.
"Rocketman" to me is independent enough to be good and it is, too which Taron Egerton pays a lot of tribute with his wonderful acting, he had obviously fun with.… Expand
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joel_tdlNov 21, 2019
Rocketman es una película encantadora, cruda y majestuosa. Con su increíble actuación, Taron Egerton encarna de la manera más exacta posible a Sir Elton John, no solo como persona sino como interprete, pues su versión de los grandes éxitos deRocketman es una película encantadora, cruda y majestuosa. Con su increíble actuación, Taron Egerton encarna de la manera más exacta posible a Sir Elton John, no solo como persona sino como interprete, pues su versión de los grandes éxitos de Elton hacen de la película una obra sin igual a nivel estructural y musical. Cada pieza encaja a la perfección con cada escena, y los visuales que las acompañan hace que sea un viaje fantástico por la vida trágica de uno de lo más grandes artistas de la actualidad.… Expand
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Desiree25Nov 7, 2019
Buena pelicula, muy entretenida y fluida. Elton Jhon sin duda es un personaje interesante y magistral.
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4Nick3Oct 30, 2019
Rocketman follows the story of Elton John and his rise to fame. The formula for Rocketman, and like any other musical biopic is quite familiar, but Rocketman bends and twists this formula in ways that make it special. It has a very uniqueRocketman follows the story of Elton John and his rise to fame. The formula for Rocketman, and like any other musical biopic is quite familiar, but Rocketman bends and twists this formula in ways that make it special. It has a very unique execution from Elton John telling his story to a rehab group, the amazing musical numbers, and the highs and lows of Elton's life represented through metaphors. Multiple scenes in this movie aren't meant to be taken literally, but the film never goes over the top with any of them. Taron Egerton, as Elton John, does an absolutely fantastic Job and fully embodies Elton perfectly. I admire Rocketman because it sets the standard very high for musical biopics due to the fact that it tries something new. Never have I seen a movie based on an artist use their music to drive the plot forward. Many scenes in this film had me emotionally and I thoroughly enjoyed rocketman and thought it was near perfect.

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BikerjamesOct 30, 2019
This is a really difficult movie to critique. Elton is my favorite musician of all time. This movie is filmed in a fantastical musical style, taking leeway with the timelines of the songs. For example, they have him starting with CrocodileThis is a really difficult movie to critique. Elton is my favorite musician of all time. This movie is filmed in a fantastical musical style, taking leeway with the timelines of the songs. For example, they have him starting with Crocodile Rock at the famous Troubadour show that rocketed him to fame. That song was written several years later and was never played at the Troubadour. The second half of the film is a complete downer, concentrating on his drug and alcohol abuse which is extensive. I can't help but think that Elton experienced SOME good times during this period as well. He even toured Russia with Ray Cooper during this time, something nobody had ever done before that was never mentioned in the film. I was very disappointed that his fantastic band mates, Davey Johnstone, Nigel Olsson, and Dee Murray were never mentioned and they certainly had a part in the overall success. As far as the portrayal, Taron Egerton does a great job. I honestly would have preferred he lip sang to Elton's songs, because his voice is nothing like Eltons and I found it distracting, but at least he can sing, and he looks somewhat like Elton. Overall the movie was such a downer that it isn't something I would want to watch again. The movie seems to have been made with Broadway in mind rather than a straight up Documentary style. Not my cup of tea.… Expand
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EludiumQ36Oct 26, 2019
"Better titled as Yellow Brick Road"
The title Rocketman doesn't really work for this musical biopic by Dexter Fletcher, a longtime actor trying to direct and with not much success. As others have noted, the production is kind of all over the"Better titled as Yellow Brick Road"
The title Rocketman doesn't really work for this musical biopic by Dexter Fletcher, a longtime actor trying to direct and with not much success. As others have noted, the production is kind of all over the place, some parts decent other parts forgettable. Many key sequences are put to music which are hit and miss, take Rocketman for instance, you'd think it would have something to do with outer space or its loneliness but they pair it with a hospital scene, ugh. Taron Egerton excels in the role but the supporting cast fades pretty much. The film, with Elton John as one of the EPs, does reveal to us his life of being mostly unloved by parents and those that profess to love him, with Bernie Taupin really being the only one by his side the whole time. One key disappointment was that it gave such short shrift to his first marriage to a woman and whiffed on the associated "Someone Saved My Life Tonight" hit song. Another disappointment is that it doesn't keep us informed of what year many of the scenes play out. This biopic could've and should've been so much better. (originally posted on IMDB 9/23/19)… Expand
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sassydragonOct 9, 2019
Taron played the role really well. Elton John's songs were reimagined very well. The movie is a fun musical of Elton John's life. And the director did a good job making the movie that way.
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Eaj6Oct 8, 2019
This movie definitely potrays the "razzle-dazzle" and swagger life of Elton John! It really focused on his personal dilemmas and overcoming the troubles is his life. Taron really shines in his roll and not becuase of his rhinestone outfit! IThis movie definitely potrays the "razzle-dazzle" and swagger life of Elton John! It really focused on his personal dilemmas and overcoming the troubles is his life. Taron really shines in his roll and not becuase of his rhinestone outfit! I believe that this movie really topped Bohemian Rhapsody, but just by a smidge.… Expand
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EckyThumpOct 7, 2019
A steaming pile of dog turd compared with Bohemian Rhapsody. I will never get those two hours back
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hnestlyontheslyOct 7, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Rocketman pulses with the energy of a lot of good people trying to do their best.

Right now, it’s nearly midnight and I’m writing this while looking down on the building that used to be my very favorite bookstore to visit across the street from my house, an old Borders and Books that went out of business probably more than ten years ago when I’d moved out and gone to college. Dad and I used to give ourselves forty minutes or more to walk down the street to the movies so that we could spend extra time browsing the stacks for new things to read. That place and that ritual were so special to me, the act of returning to a book I’d read before or planning the books I would read later. There were so many friends I met up with at that store, a lot of times that I got picked up there by my parents before we even lived nearby. I love being home and having time to spend doing small things with my family, my parents especially. Walking to the beach. Buying honeycrisps at the grocery store. Walking the dogs. Watching a movie for the first time together.

Walking out of the theater with my dad after seeing this movie, my first feelings were that it is hard to write true to life biopics about people who are still alive. Life is messy and without the neat marker of birth and dead, the totality of one’s choices, the trajectory their life seems uncertain and opaque.

Wife and Friend saw this the other day even though we’re apart, and both said that the winter sequence lasts the whole movie, which I think is another way of saying that Rocketman is a bittersweet portrayal of a complicated artist and a nuanced look at the people who shaped both his anxieties and success. Lots of reviews have commented on the fact that the biopic surprises by crafting Elton John as a sort of anti-hero. Rocketman doesn’t shy away from the grit underneath the glamor, the weight of John’s addictions and his lack of support from his family and business associates, save for the lone angel, Bernie Taupin. Long winter sequences require bigger stakes, more growth, and more patience from the audience. If your audience is willing to wait it out with you, the film’s unwillingness to tint rosy can be rewarding. Though Wife said she could do without John hugging himself at the end and leaving it to us to understand the interchange without training wheels. I wasn’t really expecting the young actor to play so much of a role in the film, but he has quite a few songs, not all of which are terrible.

At the same time, Big Brother says in so many words that he had “big problems” with the storytelling of this film, which, without following up with him yet, I take to mean that he finds the retelling of Elton John’s life story from the awkward confines of an AA meeting enervating. It does make for an inconvenient set to return to whenever the story calls for a break or jump in time. But maybe he and his wife are more unnerved by the way in which the action is sometimes swept up in musical numbers from John’s own catalogue? It seems like this is a bit of novel way to weave his music into the story, but at times it does feel a little opaque, like we’re looking at a mask of emotion rather than being let in to how John or others really feel. There are a few numbers where John shares his lines with others that I find really fun and disorienting. My two favorite numbers are probably Egerton’s duets with Madden and Bell (who plays Bernie). To some extent, it feels like the songs’ payoff is great the more of a fan of John’s music you are, and damn it must have been hard to write a script around these musical numbers while having some storyline cohesion. Whether it’s the stale trope of the AA meeting speeches or the musical numbers that communicate nothing personal or specific while also trying hard to communicate a lot about internality, I think I get the general sense of the film’s clunkiness.

The producers did a canny job of protecting this film from criticism about straight actors playing gay roles by having John greenlight the depiction by Egerton. It’s too bad that subjects of biopics don’t get asked for their opinion on who should portray them more often, but John’s involvement in the production kept a lot of knots from tangling on something simple like that. From what it sounds like, the bromance between Egerton and John is as adorable as it sounds. The depiction of John’s parents is excellent. Their affection and goodwill is evident, if not consistent, and the misplacement of their love, not its absence altogether, is its most lethal quality.

Take this recommendation from a person who never bothered to see the assumed trainwreck that was Bryan Singer’s Bohemian Rhapsody with a grain of salt, but Rocketman is a thoughtful portrayal of a work in progress that leans on some tropes and would not have been so warmly received had it not been given Glinda’s mark by the man it seeks to explain.… Expand
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realandySep 25, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This movie is really boring and not accurate with the song timelines, which I find very disturbing.… Expand
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GrantD243Sep 23, 2019
Rocketman is a much better musical figure biopic than Bohemian Rhapsody in every way possible. The writing, editing, visuals, and acting are all superior. It takes a more fantastical approach and doesn't rely on just recreations of famousRocketman is a much better musical figure biopic than Bohemian Rhapsody in every way possible. The writing, editing, visuals, and acting are all superior. It takes a more fantastical approach and doesn't rely on just recreations of famous concerts the entire time, which is the best way to do it in my opinion.… Expand
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Kevin3Sep 12, 2019
Rocketman es deslumbrante y maravillosa, taron egerton se merece estar nominado a los Oscars
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ahmedaiman1999Sep 4, 2019
Elton John is one of my all-time favourite singers, so there's no need to say how much I was excited for this film. I also like Taron Egerton so much. I think he's one of the most talented young actors working today. My expectations were asElton John is one of my all-time favourite singers, so there's no need to say how much I was excited for this film. I also like Taron Egerton so much. I think he's one of the most talented young actors working today. My expectations were as high as a kite. The only thing I was concerned about is that this film is directed by Dexter Fletcher, the same man who was behind the abysmal Queen biopic. But what made Bohemian Rhapsody this bad is its troubled production anyway, right? Not really!

The first half is almost as perfunctory as Bohemian Rhapsody, and the second half is almost as messy as Bohemian Rhapsody. And it still has many outdated techniques that were used to force more events into sequences and make them more brief. Actually, it sounds as if Fletcher used here the same exact formula he used to make Bohemian Rhapsody. But these flaws can be partially justified this time by the fact this film doesn't intend to tell a story that captures the highs and lows of the artist, but rather to express them through the semi-fantastical approach it takes to tell its story. But there are also two major problems here that hindered the film to fully compensate for its shallow characters, clichés and messy structure.

I'm glad that Fletcher took some risks here. He tried to visually express Elton John's inner turmoil. He tried to tell his story of ups and down surrealistically using Elton's point of view. The thing is I couldn't even see there are ups and down; they are all downs. I believe that was intentional because the filmmakers knew that the plot is dramatically poor.

I think the fantastical elements don't add much to neither the story, nor the protagonist. Mostly, they ended up being nothing more than gimmicks. I believe no one can deny it was pretentious decision, and that Fletcher's ambition obviously exceeds his grasp by taking this decision besides using some other narration techniques.

However, I was quite entertained. Honestly, I think I never had a moment of boredom throughout the film's two-hour runtime! Mostly due to Egerton's powerhouse performance that definitely should earn him an Oscar nod. Jamie Bell who played Elton's writing partner, Bernie Taupin, is also great. I can say the same about all the actors and actresses in this film except for Bryce Dallas Howard and Steven Mackintoshwho played Elton's mother and father respectively. I know that it's their skin-deep, archetypal characters who are to blame, but I simply couldn't stand their appearances on the screen.

The second reason I enjoyed this film is that pretentious its narrative style as it is, I felt that it added some frequent and refreshing glimpses to an otherwise formulaic story that tries to conceal itself under the glitz and glamour of the irresponsible Elton John.

Finally, the third reason I kinda liked this film is that despite its glaring lack of dramatic heft, I found some rather emotional moments here and there that touched me quite a bit.

Rocketman really had potential to be a great, rather than an OK, film, if it was made by more efficient filmmakers. That said, I believe it's still better than Bohemian Rhapsody. I mean, at least it didn't make me stop listening to Elton John's songs!

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vancityboySep 3, 2019
Taron egerton gave his best performance to date and this movie is a blast from beginning to end. Rocketman willfully delivers great music, an exciting story, and set oeices thst capture thr fun that thry intended to put on scrren. Do yoyrselfTaron egerton gave his best performance to date and this movie is a blast from beginning to end. Rocketman willfully delivers great music, an exciting story, and set oeices thst capture thr fun that thry intended to put on scrren. Do yoyrself s favor and chefk this movie out as it was clearly handled eith capable direftion and captures the over the top extravaganza that is Elton John's life.… Expand
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MallRat15Sep 3, 2019
A pretty good Biopic on Elton Johns life. However I was expecting it to dive deeper into his younger personal life, it covered it briefly but I was expecting there to be more details. I still fell like I don't know too much about Elton andA pretty good Biopic on Elton Johns life. However I was expecting it to dive deeper into his younger personal life, it covered it briefly but I was expecting there to be more details. I still fell like I don't know too much about Elton and all his struggles even after watching this. The music was great and the ,musical numbers always had me singing along. Performances were pretty good but not too many stood out aside from Egerton as Elton. Not as good as Bohemian Rhapsody but still a decent Bio Flick.… Expand
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PasiniSep 1, 2019
Adorei!!! O filme é incrível, muito tocante e as músicas são ótimas! Taron Egerton fez um trabalho excelente!
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victoriavelocciAug 30, 2019
most beautiful biopic, amazing singing and incredible visuals. highly recommend buying on dvd or digital
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ThrenodistAug 30, 2019
Very enjoyable movie. The acting performance and music production is very top-notch.
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LakeHarrisAug 27, 2019
This movie is the best movie I've ever seen. I love how it shows Eltons up moments and down moments
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W5anthAug 21, 2019
My biggest complaint is there wasn’t enough songs. It didn’t go past the period into when I would have been listening to his music on the radio. Best actor nomination on lock for hopefully multiple awards. And the child actor who plays theMy biggest complaint is there wasn’t enough songs. It didn’t go past the period into when I would have been listening to his music on the radio. Best actor nomination on lock for hopefully multiple awards. And the child actor who plays the young Elton looks exactly like him.… Expand
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MarshallCavalliAug 15, 2019
This is my favorite biopic about a musical artist. Rocketman is a movie that everyone should see. Please do so.
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ZeddicusZullAug 14, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. When I watched rocketman for the first time, I was disappointed, I almost left the theatre. That was because Bohemian Rhapsody was still in the back of my mind and, I expected something comparable. Bohemian Rhapsody felt like the perfect copy (I know there is fiction in the story, but hey its Hollywood) of the reality reinterpreted by the cast but with a strong influence from the band members which on the other hand unfortunately ruined a lot of the potential the story had by skipping over some of the more colourful bits of Freddies life AND (I still don’t get why) his fable for drugs. From Rocketman I actually expected more or less the same. I expected to see a rather straight forward part of Eltons life where he struggles in real life and how this influenced his music in studio and during concerts. But Rocketman is a biogrophy with a huge touch of fantasy. Or I would now say it’s a movie with the unmistakable touch of Elton John. Making it on the one side a colourful joy trip and on the other the unforgiving truth of sex, fame and drugs waiting to get you back to the unforgiving ground of reality. (Thank you Elton for insisting!)

My first thought was: oh no, not a musical! With this thought on my mind the movie has lost me before it even started. I thought, why the hell are they singing and dancing without any reason? Only Taron Egertons interpretation of Elton held me back from leaving. After I left the theatre it took me a whole day to understand the idea behind this film. When I realized where I was wrong, I had to watch this movie again. And again, the day after. I realized that what you see are bits of Eltons memory and his deranged drug mind as he is still "high as a kite" when he begins his story in which reality and Eltons music are mixed up. If you watch this movie from this perspective everything makes sense. And you will have such a wonderful trip. I enjoyed watching Taron Egertons acting. It is emotional, funny, fantastic. He is Elton Hercules John.… Expand
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AxeTAug 14, 2019
About as good as the decent but over-rated "Bohemian Rhapsody", predictably delivers on the unconventional fantasy musical creative flair it advertised. Too much emphasis on homosexuality over the music timeline but still entertains all the way.
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Mauro_LanariAug 7, 2019
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The music of the 70s was experiencing a new, different and involutionary phase. Baroque orchestrations, pianos instead of electric guitars, symphonic rock, glam rock, progressive rock, rock stars replaced by pop stars,(Mauro Lanari)
The music of the 70s was experiencing a new, different and involutionary phase. Baroque orchestrations, pianos instead of electric guitars, symphonic rock, glam rock, progressive rock, rock stars replaced by pop stars, performers and vocalists. Elton John and Bernie Taupin played a central role in this departure from the paradigm of rock composition. Very few of their songs are the exception, and it's no coincidence that they correspond to the more powerful scenes of the film: "Crocodile Rock" (which did not open the concert at the Troubadour since it had not yet been written), the cover of "Pinball Wizard" by Pete Townshend for the film "Tommy" (Ken Russell, 1975), the extraordinary "Rocket Man", which transcends any categorization. Director Dexter Fletcher catches two out of three cases to catapult himself into visionariness, more precisely into an audiovisual suspended between time and eternity. Decent and interesting the rest (a musical disguised as a biopic, yet sincere), but in those two moments one feels the thrill of great cinema.… Expand
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thegldtAug 7, 2019
Taron Egerton is a force—vocals, dancing all courtesy of himself. Go get that nomination! Rocketman is superior, more creative, more stylistic than Bohemian Rhapsody, but the standard biopic story beats are still here (and it still feels veryTaron Egerton is a force—vocals, dancing all courtesy of himself. Go get that nomination! Rocketman is superior, more creative, more stylistic than Bohemian Rhapsody, but the standard biopic story beats are still here (and it still feels very formulaic). As someone who has never listened to Elton’s music, the ‘Saturday’ song (and dance number) was a revelation. The only song I knew before this was ‘Tiny Dancer’ and it received a poignant, unplugged rendition in the film. I would’ve wanted an encore though.… Expand
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JoeCoolAug 4, 2019
The movie starts out like a Disney musical, and I really don't like musicals, though I do love music. I was hoping for something more like A Star is Born or even Bohemian Rhapsody. Instead I was served an up and down bio-musical that justThe movie starts out like a Disney musical, and I really don't like musicals, though I do love music. I was hoping for something more like A Star is Born or even Bohemian Rhapsody. Instead I was served an up and down bio-musical that just never really caught my attention. I had hoped for more.… Expand
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MasterRileyAug 1, 2019
Rocketman is a nice love letter to Elton John's life and music career. Through Taron Egerton's great performcance and the strong writing audiences are able to easily emphasize with Elton's traumatic upbringing. This makes his journey to musicRocketman is a nice love letter to Elton John's life and music career. Through Taron Egerton's great performcance and the strong writing audiences are able to easily emphasize with Elton's traumatic upbringing. This makes his journey to music stardom throughout the movie that much more impactful and enjoyable.… Expand
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Bhicks0405Jul 22, 2019
Such an amazing film all around, it’s heart warming, tear jerking and captivating
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MoviegirlcriticJul 20, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Part movie part musical. It would have been much better as a movie like Bohemian Rhapsody. Not enough time spent on events in Elton's life. Very confusing to follow at times. Like his marriage to a woman. It was a very disappointing movie to me.… Expand
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fonzeaJul 15, 2019
Whereas Bohemian Rhapsody was a film about music, Rocketman is a musical film, using a jukebox approach which allows Elton's diverse catalogue of songs to tell his life story. Free from traditional biopic constraints, the film tells his storyWhereas Bohemian Rhapsody was a film about music, Rocketman is a musical film, using a jukebox approach which allows Elton's diverse catalogue of songs to tell his life story. Free from traditional biopic constraints, the film tells his story in a fantastic and often fantastical way. Taron delivers a compelling performance, and Fletcher's mature approach to the story has given way to one of the best biopics ever made, as well as a great film in its own right.… Expand
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flametail23Jul 13, 2019
One of the years most creative and impressive movies so far. Great casting and acting with a few very entertaining musical numbers throughout. And this is coming from someone who isn't a fan of musicals at all.
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cag345Jun 7, 2019
The film sometimes lacks genuine emotion, which forcibly tries to introduce with a host of unnecessary and extremely incoherent musical numbers in certain points of the film. As a musical, it can be poor, but as a drama, that is where theThe film sometimes lacks genuine emotion, which forcibly tries to introduce with a host of unnecessary and extremely incoherent musical numbers in certain points of the film. As a musical, it can be poor, but as a drama, that is where the strengths of the film are shown. A musician who drags his own demons while trying to survive in the music industry is something that can be interesting, especially the way that the director conducted. Taron Egerton is incredible in his role (maybe not as Oscar winner) but rather credible and outstanding, also the actress Dallas-Howard, who is really good. Would I see it again? I doubt it, but I still applaud certain decisions in its execution, like the scene of forgiveness.… Expand
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avadairmanJul 7, 2019
I couldn’t get this movie off of my mind for days. More than what I’d expect from musical biopic. Can’t wait to buy it.
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stebuchanJul 7, 2019
Absolutely honest, emotional and magnificent way to present the life of a living legend.
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jcranfordJul 6, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is an AMAZING movie. It is now one of my favorite movies. It feels like you know Elton personally, which is awesome. You are able to learn about his life and how he grew up. Although his family didn't support him when he became gay, look at where he is now. Awesome movie and very sure to bring tissues… Expand
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CSKJul 5, 2019
Insight to one of the most influential musical geniuses of our times...not to mention the partnership that escalated Elton and Bernie to that realm... Acting Taron Egerton deserves accolades for his performance as do Jamie Bell as Elton JohnInsight to one of the most influential musical geniuses of our times...not to mention the partnership that escalated Elton and Bernie to that realm... Acting Taron Egerton deserves accolades for his performance as do Jamie Bell as Elton John and Bernie Taupin...
Exuberant and Poignant...
I was captivated from the opening scene right up to the credits, the music, songs and brilliant artists of my generation.… Expand
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commonchrisJul 5, 2019
Unfortunately, there were no rockets in this film 0/10 too bad too because I really like rockets. Go watch the Lego movie instead
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madbrad61Jul 1, 2019
Found the movie disjointed and the music used to portray Elton John’s life not in sync with when the music was actually released.
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BrianMcCriticJun 29, 2019
A full on fantasy musical that still had some of the problems of Bohemian Rhapsody but as an Elton John fan I was satisfied. Overall a high 7 a B+.
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GLADIADORJun 29, 2019
Achei o filme ok, mas eu prefito bohemian rhapsody, pq eu conhecia a historia do queen e do freddie mercury e algumas musicas, nesse filme eu nao conhecia nenhuma musica do elton john e nao sabia nada da historia de vida dele, mas ainda assimAchei o filme ok, mas eu prefito bohemian rhapsody, pq eu conhecia a historia do queen e do freddie mercury e algumas musicas, nesse filme eu nao conhecia nenhuma musica do elton john e nao sabia nada da historia de vida dele, mas ainda assim e um bom entreterimento, e pra quem e fan vai ficar super satisfeito… Expand
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imtheonlytyeJun 26, 2019
Hands down an absolute amazing movie, from start to end. Incredible acting and literally pulls all of your emotions. I loved it!
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JohnWick2002Jun 24, 2019
Rocketman what pleasant and unexpected surprise.This film was enthralling both visually and emotionally due to the fantastic performances from Taron Edgeton and Jamie Bell including the fantastic direction of Dexter Fletcher who tells theRocketman what pleasant and unexpected surprise.This film was enthralling both visually and emotionally due to the fantastic performances from Taron Edgeton and Jamie Bell including the fantastic direction of Dexter Fletcher who tells the story of Elton John brilliantly.

This film tells the life story of Elton John showing how he rose to fame, including the struggles with his personal life and dealing with addiction.This largely engaged me through the film being an all out musical, filmed like a full on dream sequence with most emotional scenes showing the characters breaking into song.I really like that this wasn't just an all out biopic with one thing happening and then the other.

Overall the only flaw I had with this film is it can sometimes suffer some pacing issues in parts of the film but it didn't ruin the experience of watching the film at all.… Expand
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JLuis_001Jun 19, 2019
Sadly this wasn't the film I expected. I liked it, and I think it's a good film but it's also a film that stayed halfway to what it promised.

The story has its strengths and weaknesses and although the strengths help it a lot they neverSadly this wasn't the film I expected. I liked it, and I think it's a good film but it's also a film that stayed halfway to what it promised.

The story has its strengths and weaknesses and although the strengths help it a lot they never manage to compensate completely for their weaknesses and with this I mean the dramatic overload.
Rocketman is a good story about Elton John's life but I don't think that everything in it occurred with such dramatic and depressing weight that permeates for most of the narrative.

Music plays a crucial role and the musical numbers are the best that this story proposes. That helps to balance the tone and the rhythm is better after the first half hour.

Taron Egerton delivers the best performance of his career although unfortunately he will not receive the same recognition as Rami Malek despite having done a better job than him. Unfortunately, that's the way things are.

I would definitely recommend it. Like I said it wasn't what I expected but its quality sustains it well enough.… Expand
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nando_uJun 18, 2019
Incrível!Um filme tocante, sensível e super inspirador da vida de Elton John com atuações marcantes e embalado pelas suas canções.. onde saímos com um sorriso e satisfação de ter assistido a um filme de um super herói da musica!
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theredskyJun 17, 2019
This is a great movie. Rocketman is everything Bohemian Rhapsody should have been. Here are the very few negatives to this film. Some of the family drama does feel kinda forced. It doesn’t take a lot away from the experience but it does feelThis is a great movie. Rocketman is everything Bohemian Rhapsody should have been. Here are the very few negatives to this film. Some of the family drama does feel kinda forced. It doesn’t take a lot away from the experience but it does feel odd. Some elements of the film are not entirely accurate. One such thing would be that the “John” in Elton John’s name did not come from John Lennon. Rocketman had very few inaccuracies unlike Bohemian Rhapsody where they changed parts of Freddie Mercury’s life to fit a story. The film does start to hit the same beats as every other musical biopic out there. Here are the positives. The acting is phenomenal. Taron Egerton does an outstanding job as Elton John. He embodies so much emotion into his performance and he is an outstanding singer. I am confident in thinking that Egerton’s performance could be a possible Oscar nomination. Jamie Bell and Bryce Dallas Howard both do an outstanding job as the people who Elton cares about. Richard Madden does a great job as a manager and also the “villain” of the story. Even the child actors who portrayed a young Elton John do a great job. The musical numbers in this film are amazing. Each musical number has its own visual flare. They keep your interest and get the other characters and surrounding extras involved. Unlike Bohemian Rhapsody, Rocketman’s musical scenes are intriguing. Costume Design and Set Design are also really good in this film. The costumes look almost exactly like the actual costumes Elton John wore. The sets just look amazing. The tone for the film remains consistent and the film is paced really well also. The narrative for this film is great. The film focuses on Elton’s John musical skills, alcoholism, and drug abuse. Bohemian Rhapsody barely focuses on the effects of Mercury’s drug abuse while Rocketman shows the effects of what happens with these substances. The film’s structure is great. The story is told from Elton John while he is therapy and ends with him overcoming his problems.. While I do thoroughly like Bohemian Rhapsody, Rocketman is 100% the superior film. Overall, Rocketman provides amazing performances, outstanding musical numbers, and great costume design. I give Rocketman a 9/10.… Expand
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TbonePdxJun 17, 2019
I've been a HUGE Elton fan since the late 70's when I was about 8 or 9 years old. So I went to see this movie without looking up the plot or reviews. I dislike musicals, so it goes without saying that this movie really didn't do it for me.I've been a HUGE Elton fan since the late 70's when I was about 8 or 9 years old. So I went to see this movie without looking up the plot or reviews. I dislike musicals, so it goes without saying that this movie really didn't do it for me. I did however appreciate the biography and in all fairness the songs took on a new meaning when paired with the storyline. But I don't like musicals...… Expand
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IsaacJJun 17, 2019
Last year’s Oscar-winning Queen medley Bohemian Rhapsody certainly proved that the tried and tested musical biopic is still a favoured subgenre among audiences, blending the highs and lows of artist’s lives with all their greatest hits.Last year’s Oscar-winning Queen medley Bohemian Rhapsody certainly proved that the tried and tested musical biopic is still a favoured subgenre among audiences, blending the highs and lows of artist’s lives with all their greatest hits. Rhapsody’s quasi-director, Dexter Fletcher takes on another charismatic and troubled figure in Rocketman, an ode to the song-writing legend that is Elton John. Fletcher’s film is a fervid breath of fresh air on the biopic scene, a moving and undeniably feel-good flick that takes a look at the height of Elton’s turbulent career. Rocketman is not your straight biopic by any means; first and foremost, it’s an unashamed musical that dismisses the chronology of Elton’s music for a smartly crafted jukebox soundtrack of some of the singer’s most memorable tunes. The form of Rocketman is a stroke of genius from Dexter Fletcher; gone are the limits of factuality and linear storytelling, in favour of time-jumping and metaphors… all complete with the Elton-esque pizazz of a modern musical. From the beginning, Rocketman sets itself out from the crowd and the ride that follows is a gripping tale of love, talent and the tempestuous nature of fame.
Perhaps the greatest asset lies in a brilliant central performance from Taron Egerton. Where Rami Malek’s Freddie Mercury was a remarkable turn in impressionism, Egerton’s portrayal of Elton is an altogether meatier performance full of unbridled charisma and nuance. It is said that the film’s subject himself requested that Egerton refrain from an impersonation and instead play “his own version” of Elton John; this certainly comes through in Egerton’s role, less of an impression but still a masterful turn from the actor, who simply engulfs the part. The supporting cast here is strong too; Jamie Bell’s Bernie Taupin is a heartfelt performance and Bryce Dallas Howard is unrecognisably nasty as Elton’s distant mother. Richard Madden’s portrayal of the star’s manager and lover John Reid is a little predictably ‘boo-hiss’, but this is masked by some other delightful appearances (Stephen Graham briefly steals the show by practically chewing the scenery in the first third).
Dexter Fletcher casts a smooth hand over the production, proving himself to be a sure maestro of the musical genre. Though perhaps some songs could have been more suitably placed, there are some gorgeous moments that really make use of both the energy and heart of Elton’s music; a rendition of ‘Your Song’ sung solo by Egerton at the piano is slow and goose bump-worthy whereas the ‘Saturday Night’s Alright’ sequence early on in the film is a joyous burst of colour and choreography. It is of course well known that much of John’s career wasn’t all blissful song and dance; Rocketman takes its time to reflect on the issues of substance abuse and sexuality, often in a thoughtful and compassionate way. The film certainly doesn’t hide away from the flaws of its subject… and it is in Elton’s many faults that the most impactful moments appear. While most of it is expertly paced, the final third suffers a little from a meandering focus, becoming a slightly repetitive chorus of psychedelic escapades and impassioned arguments that certainly takes the scenic route towards what ends up being a pleasing, if slightly cheesy conclusion. In the end, however, there is so much that is excellent about Rocketman that makes up for its problems. It is not necessarily revolutionary (certainly not in its story) yet still manages to give its own flavour to the often placid biopic, using the music of its star not just as a plot aspect but as a structural device that really makes everything tick. Rocketman is an honest depiction of fame, both of its hardships and triumphs; it may not be all smooth sailing (with Elton’s life and the film itself), but Fletcher puts forward a vigorously entertaining piece of work, bolstered by an outstanding Taron Egerton. If nothing else, you’ll appreciate the mesmerising musicality of it all.… Expand
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GGmignaca1213Jun 17, 2019
The movies rocketman genres are biography drama,fantasy and musical.
I would watch this movie because it counts life of a famous singer, your adventures, musical and beautful coreographies.
He live in a world magic, full of colors and fantasies.
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peschhiJun 17, 2019
I will personally strangle someone who says that they didn't like this movie. My only somewhat problem with it was its accuracy, but it's a theatrical interpretation of his life anyway, not a biography. Amazing movie. I wish Elton John couldI will personally strangle someone who says that they didn't like this movie. My only somewhat problem with it was its accuracy, but it's a theatrical interpretation of his life anyway, not a biography. Amazing movie. I wish Elton John could get reincarnated just so there could be a sequel to this.… Expand
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pwentzJun 16, 2019
Rocketman moved me in ways no other movie ever has. Personally, i highly recommend it.
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Mokka_CupcakeJun 15, 2019
Rocketman is a Musical Fantasy unlike Bohemian Rhapsody that is a biopic, that means that the characters start to sing and dance whenever expression of emotion is needed.
That said, the songs match what the characters are feeling so do notRocketman is a Musical Fantasy unlike Bohemian Rhapsody that is a biopic, that means that the characters start to sing and dance whenever expression of emotion is needed.
That said, the songs match what the characters are feeling so do not match the actual timeline of Elton John's career, but that doesn't bother much unless you are a super fan that really cares about chronology.
All that said it's a very good entreteining movie and a reminder of why you don't stay in touch with your ex.… Expand
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David_HJun 15, 2019
I'm a fan of Elton from way back and was hoping this might be similar to the recent Queen movie... sadly it does not live up to the hype. You are drug down into the seedier side of sexual confusion, substance abuse, and poor management, andI'm a fan of Elton from way back and was hoping this might be similar to the recent Queen movie... sadly it does not live up to the hype. You are drug down into the seedier side of sexual confusion, substance abuse, and poor management, and there isn't much relief. you leave the theater a bit depressed, plus the musical parts were not even very good and did not feature some of the key songs you might expect.… Expand
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MarkHReviewsJun 15, 2019
It’s impossible to watch “Rocketman” without comparing it to Director Dexter Fletcher’s previous effort, “Bohemian Rhapsody.” (Fletcher was brought in to clean up that hot mess after original Director Bryan Singer “parted ways” with theIt’s impossible to watch “Rocketman” without comparing it to Director Dexter Fletcher’s previous effort, “Bohemian Rhapsody.” (Fletcher was brought in to clean up that hot mess after original Director Bryan Singer “parted ways” with the show.) “Rocketman” compares favorably in every way. As Elton John, Taron Edgerton does his own very serviceable interpretation of one of the best-known voices of the last half century – a refreshing contrast to the “amalgamation” of voices used when Freddie Mercury sings in “Bohemian Rhapsody.” Where Mercury’s homosexuality was shrouded and underplayed to the point of ambiguity, John’s is quite direct. While “Bohemian Rhapsody” creates the false impression of being historically accurate, “Rocketman” conveys from the outset that it will be impressionistic, fanciful and fantastic (in every sense). Ironically, “Rocketman” is the more honest of the two films. After focusing initially on Reggie Dwight/Elton John’s early home life, particularly his problematic relationships with both parents, the action centers on his early career, backing up American soul acts as they toured in the UK, meeting and beginning to work with lyricist Bernie Taupin (an appealing Jamie Bell), his meteoric rise following a much-acclaimed performance at The Troubadour in LA in August, 1970, and his quick descent into booze, drugs and a smorgasbord of other addictions.

This film is a tribute to Elton John’s long-time friendship with Bernie Taupin. While family members and assorted hangers-on are a regular source of disappointment, “Rocketman” reveals Taupin as the most steadfast of friends. In a nice bit of symbolism, John and Taupin co-authored the new song “(I’m Gonna) Love Me Again” to serve as “Rocketman’s” closing number. The song is a duet between John and actor Edgerton.

“Rocketman” also is a meditation on love, using John’s travails to demonstrate that, before you can receive healthy, enduring love from others, you have to love yourself. This theme is foreshadowed in Taupin’s 2001 lyric: “I want love, but it’s impossible. A man like me, so irresponsible…”

Lee Hall (who wrote the screenplays for the Billy Elliott film and musical) has crafted a script where the songs are a focal point but also are much more integrated into the arc of the story than the typical musical fashioned from a prominent performer’s song book (I’m looking at you Abba – “Mama Mia, here I go again, My, my, how can I resist ya?” Not that hard, it turns out). Twenty-one John/Taupin songs appear in “Rocketman.” “Rocketman” concludes with a strutting, triumphant rendition of “I’m Still Standing.” In the closing credits we learn that John is now 28 years sober. If you attend expecting this film to be a gauzy, frivolous, irrationally upbeat musical, you’ll leave disappointed. On the other hand, if you’re open to experiencing a film that offers an honest, sometimes painful, account of a star who often felt that he was “burning out his fuse up here alone,” you’ll be richly rewarded.… Expand
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thepokesJun 14, 2019
i was really expecting more music and a different movie all together,,,too many gay moments ,,more of a movie for gay people and not the 95% that are not gay,,,,just another example of the gay society trying to push gay choice on us ratheri was really expecting more music and a different movie all together,,,too many gay moments ,,more of a movie for gay people and not the 95% that are not gay,,,,just another example of the gay society trying to push gay choice on us rather than to let us decide for out own,,,,i mean there were parts in the movie where we get it that it was a gay moment but they really showed way too much gay scenes just like when gay people make out in public just to cause attention to themselves ,,this movie overloaded on that ,,Bohemian Rhapsody did it right ,,,… Expand
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M0NST3R_G4MINGJun 14, 2019
Rocketman is a good musical film about the legend Elton John. The musical is designed so that you can learn a lot about the life of Elton John. Because the film is structured like a musical, you could put many songs by Elton John (like forRocketman is a good musical film about the legend Elton John. The musical is designed so that you can learn a lot about the life of Elton John. Because the film is structured like a musical, you could put many songs by Elton John (like for example "The **** Is Back", "Your Song" or "I'm Still Standing") into a little background story. Through these little background stories of the songs the songs of Elton John seem much more authentic. The sound of the songs in the film is also very good, you always like to listen to them!
The actor Taron Egerton could perform Elton John very well in Rocketman. Important parts of Elton John's life are shown well and you get a good insight into Elton John's (sometimes hard) life.
The only thing that I don't feel so good about is that the song Rocketman, which gave the movie its name, wasn't very well received. I would have liked a better representation for the song here - instead of randomly showing it in the middle of the movie.
To compare Rocketman now with the recently published biography "Bohemian Rapsody" about Freddie Mercury with Queen: Both movies are very good movies about the musicians Freddie Mercury and Elton John. I have to say that Bohemian Rapsody was a little better, but Rocketman is also very good. Rocketman was built more like a musical than a simple biography. But I think it's very fitting and really good for Rocketman.

In summary I can say that I can recommend the film Rocketman to every Elton John fan and lover of his music. Elton John's songs are very well portrayed in Rocketman and you learn a lot about Elton John's life. I can also tell you who likes "Bohemian Rapsody" will also like Rocketman!… Expand
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jimgp1820Jun 13, 2019
This was a disjointed hodge podge that had no continuity. The trailers that they show on tv don't give any indication that it's a musical, and not a very good one at that.
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zembowerboyJun 13, 2019
Oh how conflicted I am after watching Rocketman.

As for the positives, it is very evident the heart and soul that went into this production. It's also refreshing that it doesn't resort to hagiography or making Elton out to be a saint. If youOh how conflicted I am after watching Rocketman.

As for the positives, it is very evident the heart and soul that went into this production. It's also refreshing that it doesn't resort to hagiography or making Elton out to be a saint. If you know his history or have seen his documentary Tantrums & Tiaras, then you know that Elton was prone to angry outbursts, not to mention his battle with drugs. The film doesn't paint him as a saint, and it's all the better for it.

As for Taron Egerton, he absolutely demands year end awards notice. If Rami Malik's lip-syncing, surface level, impersonation of a performance can win him an Oscar, it is Egerton who truly deserves the praise. His voice is beautiful, and instead of just trying to mimic Elton John, he finds the perfect balance of embodying him while still making the role his own. He is absolutely phenomenal.

Unfortunately, Rocketman never takes off the way I wanted it to. There are some stand out musical numbers, but more often than not they end before they are able to truly exhilarate. While placing certain songs at the wrong times in John's life. There are plenty of other fabrications or embellishments of his life (he didn't get his last name from John Lennon, for instance) that are just unnecessary.

I'm a huge Elton John fan, and Rocketman is far from terrible. But unfortunately it's also a bit of a disappointment. Still, Egerton is outstanding.

I just wish I loved it more.… Expand
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TrevorsViewJun 13, 2019
Visualize: You are the Apollo 11. Your feet spit fire loud enough to launch you way, way high. You look down. You cannot distinguish the buildings. Suddenly, you see only clouds. Then, you see only stars. Too many to count. Days pass. WeeksVisualize: You are the Apollo 11. Your feet spit fire loud enough to launch you way, way high. You look down. You cannot distinguish the buildings. Suddenly, you see only clouds. Then, you see only stars. Too many to count. Days pass. Weeks pass. You must land on the moon. You must time the landing pads beneath you just right. The similar type of rough trip expressed by Rocketman drops you into what Elton John survived to semi-successful results.

If looking at this very okay movie based on its mixture of daydream and reality, it succeeds. But if looking at it based on how somewhat hopeful it achieves, it fails for the most part because of the terrible kid actors who never take off as tolerable to watch. The emotionally distant family setup around Elton John as he grows up reaches the point when the mom doesn’t even age at all over the many years depicted. There could have been a neat opportunity to utilize these traumatic flashbacks as context for his horrific concert costumes, but it was never taken.

Not to mention some brief moments suggest subliminal political incorrectness as if this movie was made back in the 1970s; the Blacks are portrayed as a group of people who exist only to lift White people higher, while an image of gemstones falling to the floor suggests inferiority of therapists compared to fame. But hey, at least the moment soars when he’s kissed by a guy to introduce his sexuality, while the lifestyle is objectional to some, at least that community is respectfully portrayed.

The cast does an alright job at acting like the influencers of him wanting to kill himself in order to change, but that’s no thanks to the producer’s influence. The product they give doesn’t know whether to be inspiring or depressing, but ultimately condescends to the viewer between the newspaper-fade editing and the slo-mo before his first live concert. Both of these overused filmmaking techniques end up increasing the emotional distance between the filmmakers and the audience.

Although this is still way worth the investment more than the tonally inconsistent Endgame, Rocketman knows not to win over the audience through stupid humor like Marvel immaturely resorts to. This is unfortunately one of those works of art downsized by the Disney franchises that rule the current box office, and deserves more attention than it got compared to what’s actually successful right now. Plenty of crowd-pleasing instances here succeed better than Marvel; the authenticity of its retelling about Elton John happens when he rocks out and everyone levitates, elevator boots brought up into the air. The fantasy imagery works particularly after his admittance of being an alcoholic, drug addict, and has a short fuse, which in another project would come off as gimmicky and cheesy.

After seeing how much Elton is shunned by his hateful parents who tell him he will never be loved, it excites even more to see the camera rotate around him on a piano for millions of adorers. By Mr. John’s side, Jamie Bell gives a performance that humanizes the dull hues to the childhood home, all blue and white without red.

Then those El Salvador colors transfer onto Mr. John’s epic glittering baseball uniform in a stadium that suggests a mastery over past pain. It echoes a childhood fantasy when a piano lights up Elton’s room for an orchestra, inspiring the purchasing of these Hermes boots when he’s older to fly past any competition. But none of these surreal images are quite as impactful as an underwater hallucination carrying the audio of outer space. Director Dexter Fletcher paces these events almost as if slowly inspiring the title song, right at the cold desaturated childhood neighborhood dance number while he flames red. For an affective attention to color, Fletcher could hold an Oscar sometime soon!

Still though, the blue steam on stage is no different than the basic imagery of other musician biopics. It attempts appeal to the homosexual community, but may not succeed to entertain either them or heterosexuals across multiple viewings because no one in the cast looks comfortable while singing. It also attempts to find common ground in appealing to older nostalgic audiences as well as younger folk, starting with the gripping intro of his backlit devil costume, a misfit. But odds are neither side will be attentive for long, as even one song that’s performed in a carnival gets pretty boring.

Now, visualize again: you fly back home from Luna. You finally land. You wonder, would putting a person on Mars really enhance humanity? Would extra-terrestrials come visit earth? Maybe they would, maybe they wouldn’t, it depends on whether they think Rocketman sets their line of priorities right. But there is one thing they will conclude for sure: while Elton John had a tremendous album of singles, the communication method taken here is not the answer to life’s questions.… Expand
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PaRaDoX_LiBeRtYJun 12, 2019
Great Songs, Great Visual, Great Actor Play, Great Movie!
I'm reccomend necessarily to view!
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ProfessuinalJun 12, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Dat **** gay. Therefore, the movie is ****
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joeyabukiJun 5, 2019
It's impossible not to compare it with Bohemian Rhapsody. I'm sorry for whoever liked that one "about Queen" but it wasn't very good, with songs put only 'cause they're famous, if you ask the ones that like it, they just tell you that theIt's impossible not to compare it with Bohemian Rhapsody. I'm sorry for whoever liked that one "about Queen" but it wasn't very good, with songs put only 'cause they're famous, if you ask the ones that like it, they just tell you that the recreation of the concert at the end is excellent, THAT'S NOT A MOVIE, if you want to see a concert you go to YT. Well, Rocketman is everything that the other wasn't: extraordinary performance by all the actors, spectacular script, great direction and scenery, drama and empathy for the characters, the drama with his parents is very emotional, they dive into his homosexual relationships and drug addiction. The director (Dexter Fletcher) is the same as Bohemian: it was Bryan Singer but Fletcher finished it. Another thing that went well is "the musical", Bohemian or A Star Is Born were not, they were about singers and that's why there were songs. I don't like the musical genre but this one is very good. The songs are very well integrated to what he tells us. In the end it feels long and stretched. "The Lion King" o "Sacrifice" are missing.… Expand
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aledb2000Jun 10, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. What a fantastic movie!! Taron Egerton was brilliant playing Elton, he had an amazing singing voice and as with all his other roles he knows how to play your emotions. The storytelling was terrific, showing all of Sir Elton's problems from a young boy who seemed to be ignored by his dad to and iglobal icon who showed how anybody can make there dreams a reality! I'm not a very emotional person however, seeing the depiction of a legend struggling woth addiction, loneliness and a whole manner of different problems really tugged at my heart Especialy with the litlle boy asking "when are you gonna hug me" luckily my dathos is 1 of the best films I have seen in years and can't wait for it to be released on dvd so I can see it again.te couldnt see me holding back tears… Expand
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ShadtrainJun 9, 2019
Amazing film! Great costumes, music, acting, singing, dancing, editing! Do not miss it!
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kedoughtyJun 9, 2019
We didn’t like this movie at all. It was choppy. It didn’t highlight Elton John’s music & many accomplishments very well and it depicted him in the worst possible light. It was slow-going and cringe-worthy at times.
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MoosediverJun 9, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Rocketman is an Elton John biopic and so much more. Ultimately it is a story of redemption and how therapy can help someone on that journey. Weirdly, this movie spoke directly to me, it pierced my heart and at times it was uncomfortable to watch. Because if you strip away all the trappings and all the crazy Elton Johnness you are left with a human battling to find himself and that is in essence what we are all trying to do isn’t it? Some more successfully than others, some further down the line than others and of course some never make it. We just don’t all get chance to do it with a kickass soundtrack! Rocketman never loses sight of this journey. It puts it front an centre and anchors it with regular returns to a generic AA session that ultimately provides the framework for Elton to find himself and then forgive him.

Despite how personally I felt this movie, it was some of the set pieces that carried emotional weight. The beginnings of Your Song & the first gig, Crocodile Rocking at the Troubadour, that literally and figuratively signified take off were transcendent. Ultimately this film will forever be aligned with Bohemian Rhapsody because of the similarities of subject and the closeness of their releases. But where as Bohemian Rhapsody was pretty formulaic, chronological storytelling, Rocketman, in its vision, production and chutzpah is transcendent. If you only have to see one of these movies then see Rocketman. Fortunately, none of us have to make that choice and we can enjoy both. But I’m struck that where Rami Malek won the Oscar the bolder portrayal of a rock legend is Egertons. Taron Egerton & Jamie Bell are balls out great!

Watch this movie now!


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jeremypJun 8, 2019
A great talent with a shallow life. It is a musical so it doesn't delve too deep. Over kill on the Freudian backdrop (hint: father issues) and definitely overkill on the Bacchanalia. The music is great though and like Bohemian Rhapsody it'sA great talent with a shallow life. It is a musical so it doesn't delve too deep. Over kill on the Freudian backdrop (hint: father issues) and definitely overkill on the Bacchanalia. The music is great though and like Bohemian Rhapsody it's entertaining throughout. It would be nice, however, to see a musical genius without gay and drug issues.… Expand
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ButternutJun 5, 2019
LOVED IT! Taron was excellent and I hope he wins the Oscar. I plan to see it again this weekend. Creative way of telling the story and I left the theatre with many emotions.
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alejandro970Jun 7, 2019
Astonishing choreographies since the early minutes, shows the troublesome unseen life of greatest idols of British rock; his hapless liaison with his father, his lovers and the constant conflicts due his addictions. Simply compelling. ForAstonishing choreographies since the early minutes, shows the troublesome unseen life of greatest idols of British rock; his hapless liaison with his father, his lovers and the constant conflicts due his addictions. Simply compelling. For watch and become an Elton John of shower.… Expand
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TVJerryJun 6, 2019
Would the Academy award an Oscar to an actor playing a famous musician 2 years in a row? Because Taron Egerton certainly deserves it. He not only captures Elton John's swagger and sounds great (that's him singing), but he also brilliantly andWould the Academy award an Oscar to an actor playing a famous musician 2 years in a row? Because Taron Egerton certainly deserves it. He not only captures Elton John's swagger and sounds great (that's him singing), but he also brilliantly and touchingly conveys the demons that haunted the singer. That was my one surprise/complaint: this was more a drama verging in tragedy. Still, director Dexter Fletcher's vision to present John's songbook as part of the narrative is masterfully presented, even sometimes moving. There's plenty of information to qualify as a biopic, but the creative, artistic approach elevates the film to a magical movie musical.… Expand
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avr50Jun 5, 2019
It would not be fair to compare this movie with Bohemian Rhapsody, because they´re not the same movie. Bohemian Rhapsody is a straight up biopic, while Rocketman is a musical fantasy, but there´s something I could say about this two movies, IIt would not be fair to compare this movie with Bohemian Rhapsody, because they´re not the same movie. Bohemian Rhapsody is a straight up biopic, while Rocketman is a musical fantasy, but there´s something I could say about this two movies, I did not like Bohemian Rhapsody, just a fact. Rocketman uses Elton John songs to tell his story, and every song is earned and very well use. Taron Egerton is the star of the film, his performance is worthy of an Oscar, I mean, he sings, dances and acts. But his performance was not the only good one, everyone is absolutely great, there´s no problems with any of them. The musical scenes are phenomenal (specially "Saturday´s Night Alright For Fighting", you will wanna dance in this one; also call out to the "Rocketman" sequence) The only thing that bothered me was the passing in some scenes but it´s something minor. In the end, "Rocketman" is a glance at the life of an icon, in his point of view and using his personal style, the result is extraordinary. Please, go watch this movie, is an amazing experience that I can´t wait to watch again.… Expand
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screenplayhouseJun 5, 2019
I pulled my original review and am posting this because I've grown more and more annoyed by this disappointment. This film boils down to this tagline: "My life was unbelievably miserable & I had no fun being Elton John... THE MUSICAL."

I'mI pulled my original review and am posting this because I've grown more and more annoyed by this disappointment. This film boils down to this tagline: "My life was unbelievably miserable & I had no fun being Elton John... THE MUSICAL."

I'm a lifelong 47 Year Elton fan. I've been through thick and thin with him. Comebacks and misfires. When he went into recovery he was very happy to tell people two things: 1.) I did a lot of booze, drugs, bulimia, shopping & 2.) A lot of my music suffered because of it.

As this movie liberally rewrites history, so does Elton with this type of comment. "Oh? You didn't like LEATHER JACKETS? Me neither. But I was so drunk then, wasn't I?" Isn't that a little too simple? Too easy?

There's something wrong with this movie underneath the surface. In a weird way it's like yet another career suicide attempt, where the movie tries it's hardest to kill that happy place you had for this man's better music and happier moments.

Please understand. I'm not seeking a Disney version of his story. I'm an ugly truth guy. I actually despise most Disney films. But two hours of whining does not an entertainment make. If this film had included a third hour -- full of happier moments, comebacks, triumphs, finding the love of his life, adopting kids -- THEN you'd have something. And if the real events were married to the real music of that moment you'd have something wonderful.

As this film stands -- I can't tell a soul to see it. They'd have no idea why I recommended the man or his music. If you want to see a great 'film' about Elton John sit down, close your eyes, and listen to GOODBYE YELLOW BRICK ROAD from beginning to end.… Expand
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SimonsRantsJun 5, 2019
The predominant style over substance approach only works partially in this half biopic half music video take on the life and career of Elton John. I left the theater with a smile on my face, but also wishing that those brief moments ofThe predominant style over substance approach only works partially in this half biopic half music video take on the life and career of Elton John. I left the theater with a smile on my face, but also wishing that those brief moments of brilliance had carried on throughout.… Expand
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