Rockin' with Bono: A Peek into His Life Through "Bono: Tales of Consecration"
- by Ingo Scheel
- 4 Min
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Bono, the legendary frontman of U2, finds himself in the heart of Cannes, a mesmerizing city, as he prepares to unveil his latest venture at the film festival. "This place never fails to astound me," Bono grins, gazing out the window onto the Croisette.
- Bono
- U2
- Stories of Surrender
- Cannes
- John Lennon
- Ego Trips
- Dublin
Bono's newest offering, which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival, is entitled "Bono: Tales of Consecration." Let's dive into some juicy deets about this project:
- Film Insights: This production by Andrew Dominik clocks in at a tight 1 hour and 26 minutes, offering a glimpse into Bono's 2023 one-man stage show, "Tales of Consecration," held at New York's Beacon Theatre. The show weaves U2's iconic tunes with personal tales from Bono's life, spanning family adventures, heartful friendships, and religious beliefs[4][6][8].
- Festival Shindig: The film had its grand showing at the Cannes Film Festival on May 16, 2025, receiving a thunderous seven-minute standing ovation[2][1].
- Bonus Material: Accompanying the film, there's an abridged version of Bono's memoir with a revamped cover and fresh introduction. The original memoir, "Surrender: 40 Songs, One Story," is now being offered in Japanese translation for the very first time[1].
- Music and Lit Drop: To round off the project, a digital EP package, headlined by a track called "The Showman," and a physical 7-inch single have been unleashed. The book versions were released in the UK and Ireland on May 20, and in the USA, Canada, and Japan on June 3[1].
Yeah, we know, it's a lot, but hey, when it comes to Bono, you never know what magic might be just around the corner. So keep it locked, keep it rockin', and don't forget to catch his presentation at the Cannes Film Festival!
- The book, "Bono: Tales of Consecration," delves into the life of Bono, the frontman of U2, as it premiered at the Cannes Film Festival, a place that always astonishes him.
- Bono's new project, which includes an abridged version of his memoir, personal stories from his life, and iconic U2 hits, is a fascinating blend of entertainment, Celebrity, and music, showcasing the madness of greatness that surrounds him, from Cannes to Dublin.
