MOVIE REVIEWS: “Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere”

Overview

Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere is a drama/biopic with a runtime of 1 hour and 59 minutes. The film stars Jeremy Allen White, Jeremy Strong, and Stephen Graham, directed by Scott Cooper. It is rated R for thematic material, sexuality, strong language, violence, and smoking.

Plot and Themes

The movie offers a glimpse into a fragment of Bruce Springsteen’s life, specifically the creation of his 1982 album Nebraska. It focuses on Springsteen’s struggle with depression during this period rather than his musical performances.

Performances

Jeremy Allen White portrays Bruce Springsteen with depth and nuance, making this a character-driven film. Unlike many music biographies that emphasize performances, this movie explores the inspiration behind Springsteen’s songwriting.

“Fine performances carry ‘Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere.’ They are a part of a story that could be just a standard drama about anyone. This one just has the name of mega star Bruce ‘The Boss’ Springsteen.”

“Most biographies showcasing the lives of singers and musicians focus on their craft. ‘Deliver Me from Nowhere’ does have this component, but this movie does not show a lot of singing. It shows how Springsteen came up with some of his songs and the inspiration behind them.”

Rating and Content

Rated R for thematic material, sexuality, strong language, violence, and smoking
Focuses more on personal struggles than musical performances

Based on Warren Zanes’ book, the film offers an intimate look at the emotional landscape behind a landmark album in Springsteen’s career.

Author’s Summary

This biopic captures Bruce Springsteen’s battle with depression during the making of Nebraska, driven by strong performances and a focus on the creative process rather than typical music biopic tropes.

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The Valdosta Daily Times — 2025-11-07