Marc Bolan / T. Rex (July 29, 1972) “Bolan Was ‘Born To Boogie’” – Record Mirror

The July 29, 1972 edition of Record Mirror announces that a film about Marc Bolan, titled Born To Boogie and directed by Ringo Starr, is in production.

Publication: Record Mirror

Date: July 29, 1972

Country: United Kingdom

THE STORY

The article reveals that “Born To Boogie” will be the title of the forthcoming film about Marc Bolan. It includes footage from T. Rex’s Wembley concert, a studio jam session with Ringo Starr and Elton John, and fantasy sequences. The film was set for release in October.

CONTEXT AND NOTES This announcement came at the absolute peak of T. Rextasy. The film Born To Boogie, directed by Ringo Starr, documented Bolan’s rise and captured the hysteria surrounding the band. It remains an important visual record of the glam rock era.

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS Event: Film announcement Era: 1972 (T. Rextasy peak) Tone: Exciting, celebratory Photography: Black & white photo of Marc Bolan performing

WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS

• Bold headline “BOLAN WAS ‘BORN TO BOOGIE’”

• Photo of Marc Bolan on stage

• Details about the Ringo Starr-directed film

• Mentions of Wembley concert footage and studio sessions with Ringo and Elton John

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