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The Union is a documentary by Cameron Crowe that focuses on the making of the 2010 album The Union, a collaboration between Elton John and Leon Russell. The film captures the moments leading up to the album's creation, starting from November 2009, when Crowe began filming. It documents the reunion of John and Russell, who had not communicated for 38 years prior to this collaboration.
The film features contributions from various musicians, including Neil Young, Brian Wilson, and Stevie Nicks. It also provides insight into Elton John's music composition methods. The documentary was produced by T-Bone Burnett and was announced to open the 2011 Tribeca Film Festival. HBO acquired the US TV rights in June 2011, with plans to air it in January 2012.
Why Watch
- •See Elton John's music creation methods in action.
- •Meet Leon Russell after 38 years of silence with John.
- •Find out about the 10-piece gospel choir's role in the album.
Did You Know
•Elton John and Leon Russell had not spoken for 38 years before this album.
•The Union was announced to open the 2011 Tribeca Film Festival on March 2, 2011.
•The documentary features a 10-piece gospel choir contributing to the album.
•HBO acquired the US TV rights in June 2011 for airing in January 2012.
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Elton John fansMusic production enthusiastsDocumentary lovers