Reg (almost) Strikes Back.

Rating: 7/10 (24 November 2019)

I enjoyed this, but somehow felt a little underwhelmed! There is something tame about Taron Egerton's performance. Sir Elton has never been shy in admitting to the excesses of his pursuit of happiness in the 70's - perhaps there was a reluctance to have this rated 18 (R) so much of that was left to our imagination? Jamie Bell, Richard Madden and Charlie Rowe make creditable contributions but it still lacks punch! Maybe, so soon after "Bohemian Rhapsody" it just doesn't quite have the rawness and/or edginess? The soundtrack - provided by Egerton, himself, is the stuff of legend, though and all-in-all it is still a most enjoyable watch.