Elton John’s biopic gets Cannes lift-off
Taron Egerton who plays Elton John, and Rocketman director Dexter Fletcher will be presenting their movie during the Cannes film festival. – AFP pic, May 16, 2019.
AFTER the near billion-dollar smash that was Bohemian Rhapsody, the Elton John biopic Rocketman will touch down today at the Cannes film for a premiere at which the star himself is primed to play. Sir Elton, 72, rocketed to stardom through a combination of virtuoso musical talent, flamboyant performances and unforgettable pop songs, using his platform to promote gay rights and AIDS causes.
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