John Lennon biopic streaming on Disney+: A moving portrayal that will leave viewers emotional
This John Lennon biopic on Disney+ has been getting rave reviews from Beatles fans. “Nowhere Boy,” released in 2009, marks the directorial debut of Sam Taylor-Johnson and features a standout performance from Aaron Taylor-Johnson, who happens to be Taylor-Johnson’s husband now. The film takes a fictionalized look at Lennon’s early adult years, chronicling the formation of his first band, the Quarrymen, and its transformation into the Beatles.
The cast of the film has had major success post-“Nowhere Boy,” with Aaron Taylor-Johnson even rumored to be a top contender for the role of James Bond. Thomas Brodie-Sangster, known for his portrayal of Paul McCartney, has also appeared in many films before and after his role in the biopic. The synopsis of the movie follows Lennon’s life from 1944 to 1960, exploring his relationships with Aunt Mimi, his mother Julia, and his bandmates leading up to the creation of The Beatles.
Written by Matt Greenhalgh and based on Julia Baird’s biography of her half-brother, the film features a talented cast including Dame Kristin Scott Thomas, Anne-Marie Duff, Sam Bell, and Ophelia Lovibond. Blending heartfelt storytelling with fine acting, “Nowhere Boy” received an 81% rating from Rotten Tomatoes critics, who praised its subtle yet powerful approach.
Viewers have also showered the film with praise, calling it “beautiful,” “incredibly well made,” and a tear-jerker that also brings moments of laughter. With a wave of new Beatles biopics featuring different band members on the horizon, it will be interesting to see how they stack up against the emotional depth and performance of “Nowhere Boy.” You can catch this moving biopic on Disney+ now.
