Elton John Documentary Kicks Off Tribeca Film Festival

A documentary byAlmost Famousdirector Cameron Crowe about Elton John will kick off the Tribeca Film Festival, organizers announced.

The free, outdoor screening ofThe Unionwill premiere on April 20th - the first day of the festival.

The film follows Elton John as he takes part in a collaboration with Leon Russell.  Elton John himself will perform directly following the premiere at New York's World Financial Plaza.

The festival will announce the rest of its film lineup on March 7 and March 14. The festival runs from April 20 - May 1.

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