Across the Universe is a 2007 American mucial film directed by Julei Taymor. It was released in the United States on October 12, 2007. It incorporates 33 compositions originally written by members of The Beatles.Cameo appearances are made by Bono, Eddie Izzard, Joe Cocker, Salma Hayek and others. Two members of the supporting cast, Carol Woods and Timothy T. Mitchum, performed as part of a special Beatles tribute at the 50th Grammy Awards.