Did Springsteen's girlfriend from the movie really exist? - Bruce Springsteen Biopic 'Deliver Me From Nowhere' Explores Mental Health Struggles Through Fictional Character
A new Bruce Springsteen biopic, 'Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere', is set to explore the legendary musician's personal life and mental health struggles through the lens of a fictional character, Faye Romano, played by Odessa Young. The film, directed by Scott Cooper, draws inspiration from several women Springsteen was involved with in the 1980s, although none directly match the character of Faye Romano. In real life, Springsteen was in a relationship with actress Joyce Hyser from 1978 to 1982, followed by a string of short-lived romances. His memoir, 'Born to Run', mentions a girlfriend with a young child, but her identity remains unclear and is not the basis for Faye Romano. In the movie, Faye, a single mother, helps Springsteen confront his mental health issues, which are central to the narrative. The film acknowledges Springsteen's first meeting with his current wife, Patti Scialfa, at the Stone Pony bar in New Jersey, where a romantic scene between Faye and Springsteen also takes place. Springsteen's first marriage to model Julianne Phillips ended in 1989, and he married Scialfa in 1991, with whom he has three children. The upcoming biopic promises to delve into Springsteen's personal life and mental health, using the character of Faye Romano to illustrate his struggles with commitment and intimacy issues. While not based on a single real-life relationship, the film aims to provide a deeper understanding of the iconic musician's journey.
