tick, tick…BOOM! Story :-
In his directorial debut, Lin-Manuel Miranda, known for his work on “Hamilton,” shines a spotlight on Jonathan Larson, the composer who served as his own source of creative inspiration.
Movie Ratings
| Release Date | 19 November 2021 |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Biography, Drama, Musical |
| Duration | 1h 55min |
| Cast | Andrew Garfield, Alexandra Shipp, Vanessa Hudgens, Joshua Henry, Robin de Jesús, Judith Light, Jonathan Marc Sherman, Bradley Whitford, Joanna P. Adler, Noah Robbins, Ben Levi Ross, Beth Malone, Joel Grey, Richard Kind, Mj Rodriguez, Kate Rockwell (actress)|Kate Rockwell, Utkarsh Ambudkar, Chris Sullivan (actor)|Chris Sullivan, Renee Elise Goldsberry, Phillipa Soo, Adam P, Daphne Rubin Vega, Wilson Jermaine Heredia, Laura Benanti, Micaela Diamond |
| Director | Lin-Manuel Miranda |
| Writer | Steven Levenson |
| Cinematography | Alice Brooks |
| Music | Jonathan Larson |
| Producer | Brian Grazer, Ron Howard, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Julie Oh |
| Production | Imagine Entertainment, Lin-Manuel Miranda, 5000 Broadway Productions |
| Certificate | 16+ |
Larson, whose life was tragically cut short at the age of 35 due to an aortic aneurysm, left behind a legacy that includes the groundbreaking musical “Rent” and the autobiographical “Tick, Tick … Boom!” Miranda pays homage to Larson’s work by meticulously recreating his world, from his humble abode on Greenwich Street to the Scorpions cassette on his shelf.
“Tick, Tick … Boom!” delves into Larson’s inner turmoil and anxieties, portrayed with kinetic desperation by Andrew Garfield. As Larson grapples with the pressures of success and the fear of failure, he stakes his hopes on his ambitious sci-fi operetta, “Superbia.” Meanwhile, his relationship with his girlfriend Susan, played by Alexandra Shipp, and his friendship with Michael, portrayed by Robin de Jesús, undergoes strain as they navigate their own paths.
Garfield’s portrayal of Larson captures his vulnerability and relentless pursuit of his dreams. Despite not being a seasoned singer, Garfield delivers a sincere performance, supported by his capable voice. His dancing exudes joy and energy, reminiscent of David Byrne’s style, filling the screen with his enthusiastic movements.
Miranda’s reverence for Larson’s legacy is evident throughout the film, though it occasionally limits the story’s broader appeal. While Garfield’s performance shines, the film’s narrow focus on Larson’s anxieties may prevent it from resonating with a wider audience. Nevertheless, the film’s centerpiece number, featuring an array of stage legends, brings a touch of Broadway glamour to this intimate portrayal of Larson’s life and aspirations.
