Raw and honest

Rating: 9/10 (22 July 2019)

I rarely review films but I really wanted to share my views on this.
The legend of Elton John presents him as a difficult diva with substance abuse issues, the film does not shy away from this but it shows the human side of his behaviour and the causes. From an over indulgent Granny to indifferent parents (although his step Dad came across well). Any child growing up in this environment would struggle, add the fact he was hiding his sexuality made it doubly difficult.
The film portrayed Elton honestly (I loved the foot stamping), it was sad to see how the drugs affected him, but heartwarming to see the loyalty of his good friend Bernie.
As a teenager in the 1980's, I found the song 'I'm still standing' a bit annoying, because I didnt get it. Now I do.
Please don't compare this film to Bohemian Rhapsody, because its not the same. Enjoy it for what it is,Tarron Eggerton is amazing and his voice is surprisingly good