'THERE HAS NEVER BEEN A MOVIE MUSICAL QUITE LIKE TOMMY, A WEIRD, CRAZY, WONDERFULLY EXCESSIVE VERSION OF THE WHO'S ROCK OPERA.' – TIME
This is the story of Tommy who, when just a boy, witnessed the murder of this father by his mother (Ann-Margret) and her lover (Oliver Reed). As a result, the traumatized boy retreats into the shadows of his mind and becomes deaf, mute, and blind. Growing into manhood, Tommy (Roger Daltrey) is subjected to several bizarre cure attempts by The Acid Queen (Tina Turner), The Preacher (Eric Clapton), and The Specialist (Jack Nicholson). Tommy's only escape is through playing pinball and his devotion and skill grow as he faces The Pinball Wizard (Elton John) and attains a devoted cult following ...
