Nowhere Boy - 10 stars out of 10

Nowhere  Boy - 10 stars out of 10

I don't understand how this film has not attracted more attention!  Nowhere Boy is an incredibly creative telling of John Lennon's childhood, focusing on the dramatic struggle of power between his mother, Julia, and his Aunt Mimi.  Kristin Scott Thomas is incredible in every film but I was very pleasantly surprised by the acting of Johnson and Duff.  These three strong from start to finish, accentuated by the acting of Sangster.  The screen play is genius, blending the dramatic dynamic between Lennon and his "moms" with the formation of the Beatles.  Johnson makes the perfect John Lennon, particularly his singing.  The film features and emotional climax, with tears in the eyes of John and Julia, Mimi's voice quivering as she recounts the events of her nephew's childhood, rivaling the most chilling emotional moments in any movie.  This film is among the greatest biopics that I have seen and whether you are interested in learning about where this Beatle came from or experiencing virtuosic acting within an amazing true story, you must see this film.