Is there anyone who could possibly resemble the iconic singer in such a way? Not only does Rami Malek (Mr. Robot) resemble the late singer, he plays him in an unbelievable way. Malek puts all into this take on as Queen's leading man. Not only does Malek look like the iconic singer, but the rest of the cast resemble their real-life counterparts.
X-Men director Bryan Singer helms this biopic. Singer crafts an amazing film with depth and realness that make this film resonate with those who grew up with the sounds of Queen and those who didn't. Singer has made one of his best films to-date. The utter flashiness of the film is a sight to see and is one hell of a ride.
Though this film doesn't have a score, it has the discography of the band instead. The film uses the bands hit songs in a way that is uniquely fit in the film and also gives viewers an inside look at the crafting of each iconic song.
Mercury was a very eccentric and undoubtedly fashionable man. This film shows audiences that very aspect of the singer, while also adding a comedic light to all of the film, which is successfully incorporated here.
This film not only delves into the early days of Queen, but also the life of leading man Freddie. He's considered to be a gay-icon for many people but also a person who couldn't give a damn what people thought of him. What's so inspiring about this film is the struggle of the band in their early days. They faced adversity head on and overcame that flawlessly. Seeing this portrayed in film is unique and empowering.
"We will. we will. rock you!" One of the most iconic bands of all time gets the film treatment long overdue. You will be rockin' out to the film as this isn't just a biographical film, but a concert film. Showcasing the roller coaster career and personal life of Freddie is one of the greatest parts of this film. So grab your tickets to this film, because you'll want to see just how amazing this band and leading man Freddie Mercury really are.
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Rate: A
Director: Bryan Singer
Starring: Rami Malek, Lucy Boynton, Ben Hardy, Mike Myers, with Joseph Mazzello and Gwilym Lee
MPAA Rating: PG-13 -(for thematic elements,suggestive material, drug content and language)
Runtime: 2 Hours & 15 Minutes
Synopsis: Bohemian Rhapsody is a foot-stomping celebration of Queen, their music and their extraordinary lead singer Freddie Mercury, who defied stereotypes and shattered convention to become one of the most beloved entertainers on the planet. The film traces the meteoric rise of the band through their iconic songs and revolutionary sound, their near-implosion as Mercury's lifestyle spirals out of control, and their triumphant reunion on the eve of Live Aid, where Mercury, facing a life-threatening illness, leads the band in one of the greatest performances in the history of rock music. In the process, cementing the legacy of a band that were always more like a family, and who continue to inspire outsiders, dreamers and music lovers to this day.
