Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere — the film that follows Bruce Springsteen in 1981 and 1982 as he recorded his seminal Nebraska album — will open the 39th AFI Fest on Oct. 22 in Los Angeles.
The Bear’s Jeremy Allen White portrays Springsteen at the pivotal juncture in The Boss’ career, as he struggles to balance his growing superstardom, his artistry and his conflicted past.
“It’s a true honor to open AFI FEST with Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere,” the film’s director, Scott Cooper, said in a statement. “AFI has always championed bold, meaningful storytelling, and I’m grateful to be part of that tradition. While Bruce’s roots will forever be in New Jersey, Los Angeles played a profound role in shaping his artistic voice. I want to thank [AFI president/CEO] Bob Gazzale and everyo