Bohemian Rhapsody succeeded in which other musical rock biopics didn't. It introduced Freddie Mercury to a new generation of music lovers and made his band Queen more accessible to a wide demographic. The Bryan Singer helmed film also cemented the British group's legacy as one of the world's greatest bands. Some sectors complained that it should have gone into frontman Freddie Mercury's darker side, but in a world littered with negativity nowadays, Bohemian Rhapsody turned out to be an inspirational film without sentimentality and it may even encourage musicians to dream big.
Rami Malek (TV's Mr. Robot) was born to play Freddie Mercury. Both Malek and him (who has born Farrokh Bulsara) trace their roots in the Middle East. Malek completely disappeared into the iconic singer and he mastered all his movements and mannerisms well. He shouldn't be forgotten come awards season time early next year.
It was wise to make the film revolve to the days that culminated to Live Aid 1985. Queen's 20 minute set in Wembley Stadium is always remembered as one of the best live performances ever. Some musician friends of mine said that there were inaccuracies about Freddie's life. That can be disappointing to hardcore fans but all in all Bohemian Rhapsody is a commendable film that celebrates music at it's best.
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