Overview
- The comedy-drama held its UK premiere at the BFI London Film Festival on October 14.
- Bradley Cooper directs and even operated the camera during filming, with Will Arnett starring; Laura Dern also features.
- The narrative draws on Bishop’s mid‑30s choice to sign up for an open mic at the Frog and Bucket rather than pay a £4 entry fee.
- Although the story is relocated to New York, it preserves Scouse identity through a Liverpool FC–supporting protagonist and a nod to the “Allez Allez Allez” chant.
- Arnett, a devoted Liverpool fan, said he sought Bishop’s blessing to make the film and recalled receiving a supportive text from Jürgen Klopp.