Who better to produce an Elton John biopic than…Elton John? John’s company Rocket Pictures is currently working on a movie about the artist’s life called Rocketman . But here’s the best part: Tom Hardy is the frontrunner to star. Who doesn’t want to hear Hardy with a Bane breather on, mumbling his way through Pinball Wizard ? FilmDistrict definitely does. The distribution company is near a $10 million dollar deal for the U.S. rights to Rocketman . The film will reportedly start with a young age-five Elton as a musical prodigy. According to producers, it will be a unique biopic that is heavily visual and non-linear. Lee Hall will provide the script, with Michael Gracey directing. Would you see a Tom Hardy Elton John biopic ? Who would be your first choice to play the pop sensation? Stay tuned for more news on Hardy’s involvement.
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Elton John Biopic: Tom Hardy to Star?
