I was immediately excited to hear about Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere. As a longtime fan of Bruce Springsteen, especially his 1982 album Nebraska – which the 2025 film centers around – I expected a thorough and revealing look at the artist and the creation of songs like “Nebraska,” “Highway Patrolman,” and “My Father’s House.”
I went to see the film primarily to observe how Jeremy Allen White and Scott Cooper would portray the stories behind Bruce Springsteen’s music. However, I was most struck by the movie’s raw and honest portrayal of depression. This deeply personal and relatable aspect of the film not only enhanced Deliver Me From Nowhere, but also gave me a much deeper understanding and appreciation for Springsteen himself and the struggles he’s faced.
I Didn’t Expect A Brutally Honest Depiction Of Depression
Most people who’ve seen or heard about the documentary Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere know it’s not a typical music biopic. I knew that going in, but I wasn’t prepared for how honestly it portrays depression and its impact, even on someone as famous as Bruce Springsteen. It wasn’t a downer, though – the film’s raw honesty was actually quite powerful and surprisingly hopeful. Seeing a legendary musician navigate a difficult, confusing, and lonely period and ultimately find his way through it was truly remarkable.
I feel a little embarrassed that I didn’t know Bruce Springsteen had struggled with depression for so long. Hopefully, sharing this part of his story will encourage others to talk about their own mental health, as opening up can really make a difference. It sounds like a familiar message, but talking about how we feel is often the most helpful thing we can do.
As Someone Who’s Battled Depression For Years, This Cut Deep
I’ve always been honest about my struggles with depression, and I’ve shared how things like depictions of mental health in Spider-Man films or the movie Sometimes I Think About Dying have affected me. I can now add Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere to that list, because this powerful documentary really hit home.
Bruce’s story really resonated with me, bringing back some tough personal memories. There were moments – dealing with broken relationships, unfulfilled promises, and feeling completely lost – that were incredibly realistic and almost brought me to tears. It was difficult to watch at times, but ultimately I’m glad I experienced it.
I’m curious to see how people will remember the documentary Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere – both the film itself and the discussions it sparked about depression. For now, though, I’m going to revisit my well-worn copy of Nebraska and listen to that album’s incredibly moving and stark title song.
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