Nowhere Boy
2009
A rebellious teenager, future Beatle John Lennon lives with his Aunt Mimi in working-class mid-1950s Liverpool, England. Mimi's husband suddenly dies, and John spies his mother Julia at the funeral. Despite Mimi's misgivings, John intends to have a real relationship with his mother. Julia introduces him to popular music and the banjo and, though a family conflict looms, young John is inspired to form his own band.
Director:
Sam Taylor-Johnson
Writers:
Matt Greenhalgh, Julia Baird
Awards:
Nominated for 4 BAFTA 6 wins & 21 nominations total
Production:
Sam Taylor-Johnson
Country:
United Kingdom
