Rocketman

‘Rocketman’ (2019) Deserves a Second Chance

Steffi Stoffel, Columbia College Chicago

Revisiting the film that was overshadowed by the success of “Bohemian Rhapsody”…

September 1, 2023

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‘Elvis’ Goes From the Grand Stage to the Silver Screen

After a steady stream of movies depicting the rise of rock legends like Queen, Elton John and The Beatles, the King of Rock 'n' Roll will be the latest to receive the biopic treatment. …

April 6, 2022

Elton John Puts a Famous Face to Underrepresented Male Eating Disorders

Tess McGrinder, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

The musical superstar has opened up about his own struggles with his body, and sparked a dialogue about a topic that's often overlooked.…

August 14, 2020

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Oscar Nominations Are Here and I Have Thoughts

Caleb Dukes, Rice University

There are some critical absences this year. First off: Awkwafina.…

January 18, 2020

Which of These 6 People Should Play the King in the Upcoming Elvis Biopic?

Katelyn Melder, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

These six actors and musicians have got us all shook up.…

July 13, 2019

7 Recently Released Movies With LGBTQ+ Leads

Aubrey Doerr, Chapman University

The LGBTQ+ movement takes to the big screen.…

July 11, 2019

‘Rocketman’ Shows Why Accuracy in Biopics Is so Important

Aliza Pelto, Pratt Institute

The Elton John biopic succeeds, in part, because of its warts-and-all approach to the legendary musician.…

July 6, 2019

Why ‘Rocketman’ Is a Must-Watch Film

Zailin Peña, Southern Adventist University

There's more to Elton John than his trademark sunglasses.…

June 19, 2019

‘Rocketman’ Blends Fantasy with Fact to Make One Dazzling Elton John Movie

Madalyn Watson, Baylor University

The musical 'Rocketman' is like no other biopic, mixing in a little magic to tell the story of Elton John's rise to stardom.…

June 12, 2019

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