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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