But I just havent led a PG-13 rated life.
Madden also told EWthat to cut the scene would be a disservice.
He said, Its an intimate thing between these two characters and a significant moment in Eltons life.

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And Eltons life was very R-rated, wasnt it?
It had moments that were pure fantasy and moments that were really hard-hitting, no punches pulled.
He compared the script toTantrums and Tiaras, the Elton John documentary made by husband David Furnish.
Yes, its rated R.
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