The Making of Elton John: Madman Across the Water (2010)

Documentary exploring Elton John's childhood, apprenticeship in the British music business, sudden stardom in the US at the dawn of the 70s and his musical heyday. Plus the backstory to the album reuniting him with Leon Russell, his American mentor. Features extensive exclusive interviews with Elton, plus colleagues and collaborators including Bernie Taupin, Leon Russell and others.

Cast (8)CrewGenresDetailsReleasesMediaAwards

Elton John

Self

Leon Russell

Self

Bernie Taupin

Self

T Bone Burnett

Self

Danny Hutton

Self - Three Dog Night

T

Tony King

Self

C

Caleb Quaye

Self

Mark Radcliffe

Narrator

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