Jeremy Allen White Channels Bruce Springsteen in New Biopic Trailer
The first trailer for “Deliver Me From Nowhere” offers fans a captivating sneak peek at Jeremy Allen White embodying “The Boss” himself. The film focuses on Bruce Springsteen during the recording of his stark album “Nebraska,” generating immediate buzz and high expectations.
Capturing Springsteen’s Essence
The film delves into Springsteen’s creative process as he records his sixth album, “Nebraska.” This stark departure from his previous work tested the patience of his record label, who wanted a hit like “Hungry Heart.” White, known for his role in “The Bear,” showcases his acting chops by singing and playing the harmonica in the trailer.
Deliver Me From Nowhere
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“There’s just so much footage. It’s really great to go down a YouTube rabbit hole and find him at all these different periods in his life and be able to listen to his speaking voice as well as his singing voice. It’s been really fun preparing.”
—Jeremy Allen White, GQ Magazine
The film arrives after Timothée Chalamet’s acclaimed portrayal of Bob Dylan in “A Complete Unknown.” The global music industry generated $28.6 billion in revenue in 2023, an increase of 10.2% year-on-year (IFPI 2024).
More on the Film
To embody Springsteen, White immersed himself in archive footage, studying the singer’s distinctive voice and stage presence. The film’s director, Scott Cooper, aims to capture the spirit of “Nebraska,” aiming for authenticity and hope.
The film also stars Stephen Graham, playing Springsteen’s father, Dutch. Odessa Young will appear as the musician’s love interest, Faye, and Paul Walter Hauser as guitar tech Mike Batlan.
The movie’s October release puts it in contention for the Oscars. The project was originally slated to compete with the Michael Jackson biopic, which has been delayed until next year.
