 This film examines the foundations of Bruce Springsteen’s craft and illustrates the huge influence that other artists have had on him throughout his career. This superb program also looks broadly at the political, literary, and cultural influences that have affected New Jersey’s favorite son, and all at once provides the most detailed and fascinating film ever made about Springsteen’s inspiration. Rare footage of Bruce and all of his favorites is featured, along with revealing archival interviews with The Boss himself and insightful contributions from Vini Lopez and Gary Mallaber (formerly of the E Street Band), Gary U.S. Bonds, biographer Eric Alterman, Rolling Stone’s Anthony De Curtis, and numerous other associates, experts, and influences. This film is both a detailed, academic look at Springsteen’s artistic development and an entertaining and joyous celebration of his own music and that of the artists he has loved most. (145 minutes)
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