The opening scene, filmed at the Greek during an actual concert by the group Chicago.
Al Pacino as a rock star singer? I mean, he can play anything, right? You're goddamn right he can play anything, he's Al freaking Pacino. Sure, the edgier roles fit him more but he's never had a problem with comedy and delivers well here in a Golden Globe nominated role. Of course, he's a legend. And legend he plays, a rock n roll star long since burned out and corrupt who just sings the hits. His state of misguidedness changes when his manager (Christopher Plummer) discovers a letter written to him by John Lennon decades earlier. In the letter Lennon advises Collins to be true to his art. The movie is based on a true story.
Bobby Cannavale - looks like I get to sing this guy's praises once again as he turns in another outstanding performance as Collin's son whom he hasn't seen in decades, was a selfish prick to and now has to try and mend all that. Cannavale looks a little older since the Station Agent days but now a dependable, stalwart and seasoned actor well on a way to becoming a legend of his own.
The use of many John Lennon songs as background music must have cost a pretty penny in licensing fees but very well implemented they are and in my opinion totally makes the picture. Annette Bening who still has the longest legs in the history of women is adequate but nothing special as a hotel manager who Collins befriends. 3.0 stars/5
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