MOVIE REVIEWS: “Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere”

Movie Review: Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere

Genre: Drama/Biopic

Duration: 1 hour, 59 minutes

Starring: Jeremy Allen White, Jeremy Strong, Stephen Graham

Director: Scott Cooper

Rating: R (Thematic material, sexuality, strong language, violence, and smoking)

Overview

"Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere" is a drama that offers a focused glimpse into Bruce Springsteen’s life. The film centers on the creation of his 1982 album Nebraska during a period of personal struggle with depression.

Performances and Storytelling

The film is driven by strong performances, particularly by Jeremy Allen White, who portrays Springsteen with depth and nuance. White’s portrayal makes the character the heart of the story, creating an engaging and emotionally resonant experience.

Focus and Style

Unlike many musician biopics that emphasize performances, this film offers fewer singing scenes and instead explores Springsteen's creative process and the inspirations behind his songs.

"Fine performances carry 'Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere.' This movie is a small sliver of Springsteen’s life based on Warren Zanes’ book."

"White makes this a character-driven movie. Most biographies showcasing the lives of singers and musicians focus on their craft. This movie does not show a lot of singing but explores how Springsteen came up with some of his songs and the inspiration behind them."

Summary

"Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere" portrays a poignant chapter in the legendary musician's life, relying on solid performances to highlight his struggles and creative journey.

Author's Summary

The film vividly captures Bruce Springsteen’s battle with depression and creative process during his making of Nebraska, through compelling performances and a character-driven narrative.

The Valdosta Daily Times — 2025-11-07