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New Bruce Springsteen Biopic Opens with 100% Rotten Tomatoes

9/15/2025

Summary

Story summary

"Deliver Me from Nowhere," a biopic about Bruce Springsteen, stars Jeremy Allen White and opens on October 24.
The film explores the creation of Springsteen's 1982 album "Nebraska," recorded in his New Jersey bedroom.
Directed by Scott Cooper, it adapts Warren Zanes' book about this significant period in Springsteen's life.
The trailer, featuring "Atlantic City," premiered during the Emmy Awards.
Early reviews are positive, with a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes following its Telluride debut.

History

Historical Context

In 1982, Bruce Springsteen released "Nebraska," an album recorded in his New Jersey bedroom that marked a shift towards raw, personal storytelling in music. This stark acoustic sound contrasted with the era's popular rock, influencing artists like Bob Dylan and Tom Petty. The upcoming biopic "Deliver Me from Nowhere" will explore this pivotal moment, highlighting its lasting impact on American rock music.

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Story summary

"Deliver Me from Nowhere," a biopic about Bruce Springsteen, stars Jeremy Allen White and opens on October 24.
The film explores the creation of Springsteen's 1982 album "Nebraska," recorded in his New Jersey bedroom.
Directed by Scott Cooper, it adapts Warren Zanes' book about this significant period in Springsteen's life.
The trailer, featuring "Atlantic City," premiered during the Emmy Awards.
Early reviews are positive, with a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes following its Telluride debut.

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