Plot
In November 2009 filmmaker Cameron Crowe began filming a behindthescenes look at the creation of the album The Union a collaboration between musicians Elton John and Leon Russell who hadnt spoken to one another in 38 years prior to beginning work on the album In addition the documentary offers a rare glimpse into the process John goes through to create and compose his music Featured in the film are musicians Neil Young Brian Wilson Booker T Jones steel guitarist Robert Randolph Don Was and a 10piece gospel choir who all contribute to the album which is produced by awardwinning producer TBone Burnett Musician Stevie Nicks and Johns longtime lyricist Bernie Taupin also appear