The Making of Elton John: Madman Across the Water (2010)

"The Making of Elton John: Madman Across the Water" is a 2010 Music movie directed by Andy Dunn and starring by Elton John, Leon Russell. Documentary exploring Elton John's childhood, apprenticeship in the British music business, sudden stardom in the US at the dawn of the 70s and his musical heyday. Plus the backstory to the album reuniting him with Leon Russell, his American mentor. Features extensive exclusive interviews with Elton, plus colleagues and collaborators including Bernie Taupin, Leon Russell and others.