Bohemian Rhapsody
Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation | Release Date: November 2, 2018
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ElbanNinjaMar 23, 2019
I had low expectations prior seeing this movie. I was a bit annoyed by the fact they picked Rami Malek and I thought he would ruin it.

On the contrary, I now firmly believe they picked the best actor that gave justice to this wonderfulI had low expectations prior seeing this movie. I was a bit annoyed by the fact they picked Rami Malek and I thought he would ruin it.

On the contrary, I now firmly believe they picked the best actor that gave justice to this wonderful movie. What a great actor, I liked him in Mr. Robot but somehow I thought he wouldn't fit as Freddy Mercury but oh boy I was wrong.… Expand
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westfam4190Apr 23, 2019
Go away critics, this movie is awesome! I love the live aid part! I love it!
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Wavy_YeezyMay 5, 2019
I don't think this movie deserved a Oscar, but it's still a pretty good movie. It's difficult to make a excellent biopic film and this does a decent job, not the best I've seen.
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M0NST3R_G4MINGMay 1, 2019
"Bohemian Rapsody" is a movie about a legend. A performer and music legend named Freddie Mercury. For me as a big Queen fan, the film is simply a masterpiece. I can well imagine that Bohemian Rapsody also likes non-Queen fans. But as a Queen"Bohemian Rapsody" is a movie about a legend. A performer and music legend named Freddie Mercury. For me as a big Queen fan, the film is simply a masterpiece. I can well imagine that Bohemian Rapsody also likes non-Queen fans. But as a Queen fan it's just a different feeling. The iconic Queen songs like "Bohemian Rapsody", "Another one bites the dust", "Hammer to fall", "Love of my life" etc. (At this point I could name many more songs) were always used in the right place and were therefore very fitting. It was tried to represent the origin of the respective song, which was always very interesting. You have to mention that Rami Malek was very well chosen as an actor for Freddie Mercury. Rami Malek put himself into the role of the legend Freddie Mercury very well and was able to portray everything very detailed. This was especially apparent at the Live Aid concert at Wembley Stadium. The movements of Rami Malek were very detailed to Freddie!

In summary, I can say that the film is a masterpiece for me as a Queen fan. The life story of Freddie Mercury was shown very well. I can recommend the film to every Queen fan and music lover!

To be honest, I absolutely can't understand the bad reviews of "Bohemian Rapsody". Don't be afraid of it, just watch the movie and convince yourself!… Expand
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BrainiacGODMay 16, 2019
Garbage Wit One Of te worst Editions Ever, The substitute Director Only Wastes all Good Bryan Singer Does
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LNietoMay 28, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Just as I expected but so much better! It caught the emotion and the love and the climax all in one! Yeah some things are off but it’s not a documentary. It’s just a movie about a legend who rocked the stage through out his life and with the hit ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ became a worldwide sensation! This movie to me is the best movie. Nothing can really top it. It can’t get any better then this! Thank you for coming to my ted talk.… Expand
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VoiceOfAmericaSep 28, 2021
I don't think this did the band justice. I really wish they got different directors.
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B3ckettMay 30, 2022
I was dissapointed when it ended. It didn't flesh out the most important part - Freddie's struggle with the disease. Instead it focused on the early parts of Queen and his "wild" life in terms of his new-found sexuality. I would appreciateI was dissapointed when it ended. It didn't flesh out the most important part - Freddie's struggle with the disease. Instead it focused on the early parts of Queen and his "wild" life in terms of his new-found sexuality. I would appreciate this much more if it focused on the more important bits of his late life.
As I am opposite of doing 2-part movies, this would server better as an entree for the second movie, which would battle Freddie's health decline and death.
And his relationship with his partner, who stood with him till the end was way too short.
Rami was great, but that doesn't make a great movie.… Expand
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Tss5078Nov 16, 2018
I never really liked the rock band Queen, and as far as it's front-man, all I really knew was that he was the first superstar to die from AIDS. Knowing this, I feared that this film would be just another Philadelphia, and I was hesitant toI never really liked the rock band Queen, and as far as it's front-man, all I really knew was that he was the first superstar to die from AIDS. Knowing this, I feared that this film would be just another Philadelphia, and I was hesitant to see it. That is until the reviews of Rami Malek's career defining performance were released. To my surprise and delight this film wasn't just about Freddy Mercury's lifestyle nor was it about the way he tragically died. Bohemian Rhapsody is a film that not only parallels the life of Mercury, but it also shows everything that goes into making a successful band. From their humble beginnings to the process of how music is made, what it's inspirations are, what goes into making an album, and finally to the internal conflicts involved with the different personalities in a band. Bohemian Rhapsody illustrates better than any film I have ever seen, what it truly means to be part of a successful band. As for it's star, Mr. Robot's Rami Malek proves in one foul swoop that he is so much more than simply a TV drama star. His performance was far and away the best I've seen all year, and even though we're a long way away from Academy Award nominations, if Malek's name isn't at the top of that list, it will be an unmitigated outrage. Not only does Malek nail the performance, but he is Freddy Mercury right down to his mannerisms. To be honest, if Freddy Mercury were still alive and starred in this film, I don't think even he'd be as convincing as Malek was. The film is truly a performance that will be talked about for decades, but what about the film itself? Being that music is a huge part of my life, I found everything to be very interesting and informative, but others could see it as slow moving and somewhat boring. Some of the choices Bryan Singer made could be questioned, such as showing the entire Live Aid performance, all twenty minutes of it. Yes, it is an important part of the Queen story, but to show the whole thing in a feature film? Overall, I thought this film was terrific and even if you aren't into the music and aren't a fan of Queen, you need to see this film for nothing else than the performance of it's star. Performances like this one are what gives films the title of classic and are talked about and studied forever.… Expand
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Jes1310Aug 26, 2019
Bohemian Rhapsody tells an amazing story of an amazing Performer. And Rami Malek nails the Freddie part. Especially the music scene are intense and very well made.
Maybe it lacks a bit of depth, but its playing time (more than 2 hours) justBohemian Rhapsody tells an amazing story of an amazing Performer. And Rami Malek nails the Freddie part. Especially the music scene are intense and very well made.
Maybe it lacks a bit of depth, but its playing time (more than 2 hours) just flyes by, and that for me is a sign of a good movie.
The other Queen members are also doing a great job, and the band scenes work very well.
The Live Aid performance is breathtaking (as it was in real life).… Expand
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EludiumQ36Feb 27, 2019
Bohemian Rhapsody reveals a fairly decent glimpse "behind the scenes" of Queen's beginnings but focuses more on Freddie Mercury, of course. You'll find out when and why Farrokh Bulsara changed his name and when he determined he was bi. You'llBohemian Rhapsody reveals a fairly decent glimpse "behind the scenes" of Queen's beginnings but focuses more on Freddie Mercury, of course. You'll find out when and why Farrokh Bulsara changed his name and when he determined he was bi. You'll also learn that when Freddie makes a firm decision, it's final. You'll also see the beginnings of their hallmark title song but interestingly it's never fully played, kind of ironic. In many ways, the film is very similar to A&E's "Behind the Music" documentaries. What it doesn't show, though, is actual footage of Freddie/Queen, nor does it show Freddie's death/funeral, both of which I found a bit disappointing.… Expand
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DodgerNov 9, 2018
Granted this movie is not my usual fair, having said this Bohemian Rhapsody met and in some places exceeded my expectation. Well cast, well acted and it ticks most of the boxes of a good film. Sure it rides alot on the musicalscore, but whatGranted this movie is not my usual fair, having said this Bohemian Rhapsody met and in some places exceeded my expectation. Well cast, well acted and it ticks most of the boxes of a good film. Sure it rides alot on the musicalscore, but what do you expect from a movie about Queen?… Expand
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marcmyworksFeb 3, 2019
The things about Bohemian Rhapsody is that any cursory browse of Wikipedia can show the movie is not linearly accurate, nor does it convey a deeper understanding of Freddie Mercury or the band Queen. What it does do is make you feel forThe things about Bohemian Rhapsody is that any cursory browse of Wikipedia can show the movie is not linearly accurate, nor does it convey a deeper understanding of Freddie Mercury or the band Queen. What it does do is make you feel for Mercury, who is excellently played by Rami Malek. Overall well made.… Expand
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frankrog29Jan 14, 2019
Bohemian Rhapsody is a bit formulaic and feels somewhat like a corny soap opera at times. However, I think the movie does a great job of telling Freddie Mercury's and the band's story. While watching the movie, I found myself cheering for theBohemian Rhapsody is a bit formulaic and feels somewhat like a corny soap opera at times. However, I think the movie does a great job of telling Freddie Mercury's and the band's story. While watching the movie, I found myself cheering for the band and hoping for their success, even though I'm not really a Queen fan. I think Bryan Singer was trying to make a film that was fun to watch, and he succeeded admirably. His direction is quite good. Perhaps people were looking for a darker, more serious examination of Freddie Mercury's and the band's story. Also, perhaps critics derided the movie because of Bryan Singer's questionable conduct in his private life. Regardless, if you are looking for a fun rock biopic, I highly recommend Bohemian Rhapsody. Oh yeah, one last thing - Rami Malek is fantastic!… Expand
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Voodoo123Sep 15, 2021
+excellent cast deliver memorable performances
+superb soundtrack
+great pacing and editing -the usual issues with historical accuracy Bohemian rhapsody is an excellent cinematic biopic of Freddie Mercury and queen. Very enjoyable with an+excellent cast deliver memorable performances
+superb soundtrack
+great pacing and editing
-the usual issues with historical accuracy

Bohemian rhapsody is an excellent cinematic biopic of Freddie Mercury and queen. Very enjoyable with an excellent soundtrack and pacing.… Expand
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MaxPayneIsGodJun 3, 2019
It was alright, obviously nothing shocking or unexpected. I finished it hoping that the scenes with the various song origins were accurate. Other than that, I was pretty underwhelmed. Not a bad movie, but nothing special either.
GoodIt was alright, obviously nothing shocking or unexpected. I finished it hoping that the scenes with the various song origins were accurate. Other than that, I was pretty underwhelmed. Not a bad movie, but nothing special either.
Good performances all round, especially the 4 band members.
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Kai82May 25, 2021
A great movie for Queen fans with an awesome soundtrack and an incredible Rami Malek. I must point out that it is a movie about Queen and not a biography of Freddie Mercury which is not a criticism (Some expected this and found the movie aA great movie for Queen fans with an awesome soundtrack and an incredible Rami Malek. I must point out that it is a movie about Queen and not a biography of Freddie Mercury which is not a criticism (Some expected this and found the movie a bit disappointing because of this). Queen is and was more than Freddie Mercury even when he is the driving factor, a legend and probably the greatest entertainer of his age especially on stage. He is however the most prominent character in the movie (Anything else would be surprising). Also it leaves out some things which is also O.K. because it is an entertainment movie not a documentary. The movie tells the story of Queen from the founding until the legendary Live Aid performance. Sidenote: They added the real Live Aid performance under extras. I recommend to watch it as it is a legendary performance that is always on the top list of all time live performances and entered music history. Back to the movie. It shows the struggles, up and downs and success with its price. There is always some attrition in successful bands no matter the genre, home country or composition. All are just humans with flaws and being penned up on long tours, composing sessions and public relation events has a toll. It is however also not a deconstruction of Queen or its members. It was so great how the songs were integrated with their creation stories like “Bohemian Rhapsody”, “We will Rock you” and “Another one bites the dust”. The “Who wants to live forever” scene is heartbreaking. The movie Live Aid performance is just awesome and I praise the recreation. Anyone who is not touched by this is already dead on the inside. Of cause it tells about Freddie’s illness and sexual orientation. The later is not much shown because many countries are homophobic up to death penalty. Even his home country of Zanzibar which has a museum devoted to him is intolerant. Lets go to the actors: Rami Malek won the Oscar for his performance and rightfully so. He became Freddie Mercury for his role and made a stellar performance. Gwilym Lee is a fantastic Brian May as are Ben Hardy as Roger Taylor and Joe Mazzello as John Deacon. Like in real live they are a bit outshined by Freddie or better said Rami Malek. They still deliver a great performance and I will praise them all. For the rest I will praise Lucy Boyton as Mary Austin, Aidan Gillen as John Reid and Allen Leech as Paul Prenter. A really good to great overall performance. The main star is of cause the music and they made full use of Queens greatest hits. One of the best soundtrack in movie history and I would have bought it if I did not already own all songs. What I should also praise is the style and look of the movie. Everything looks believable and authentic. From small details to the big sets and costumes. Overall this is a phenomenal experience for Queen fans and even non fans. They made so much timeless classics. It was enjoyable from beginning to end but I will give a fan boy warning for myself to be fair.… Expand
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AxeTNov 6, 2018
While technically very well made by a veteran director with a standout performance by the lead (not a fan of him in "Mr. Robot" but have to give credit here) and compelling most of the way, it drags in the third act by concentrating onWhile technically very well made by a veteran director with a standout performance by the lead (not a fan of him in "Mr. Robot" but have to give credit here) and compelling most of the way, it drags in the third act by concentrating on particular events at the overall expense of the band's trajectory and impact. There are curious chronological flaws which must be intended but are not ultimately acceptable, and like other rock band biopics such as "Straight Outta Compton" this liberally rips off Oliver Stone's "The Doors" in formative origin plotting, style and even directly steals an entire scene! All said it's still worth it if you're a fan of the music.… Expand
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LinttaFlamingoNov 17, 2018
Bohemian Rhapsody is easily one of the better music biopics in my opinion. It's not perfect, but it works both as an entertaining film and as a study of the legends, gladly in more ways than just a Wikipedia article turned to a movie scriptBohemian Rhapsody is easily one of the better music biopics in my opinion. It's not perfect, but it works both as an entertaining film and as a study of the legends, gladly in more ways than just a Wikipedia article turned to a movie script type.

Rami Malek gives an Oscarworthy performance as Mercury in this fast stylish film about how Queen came to be and eventually gave a remarkable performance at "Live Aid". It's a film that will mostly be remembered for its terrific studio- and concert scenes that were all loud and entertaining. The concert scenes have probably the best sound mixing out of all music biopics. The hard bass and drum sounds in the cinema definitely made it feel like a real concert. Not to mention that the music itself is some of the best rock ever made and still to this day sounds completely timeless.

But the movie also has to have something else than just music of course. And that's where it kind of succeeds but not really. The scenes stay colorful and stylish for the most part, but I couldn't help but feel like I'm more or less just waiting. The dialogue is pretty good and funny, but the film's pacing is all over the place. Sometimes it felt like the film's moving at goddamn light's speed, cramming all these different events in that are fighting to get screen time. It all stays very surface level since the movie has so much to say and sometimes it skips over events completely. The director also seemed to have some sort of ADHD when it came to the visuals. An interview scene uses a ton of fisheye lens and vibrating camera to the point of it being distracting. It compliments the point of the scene but it does not compliment your eyes. Also there's a concert scene that has these colorful city names flying to the screen, indicating how wide their tour was. That scene is a good way to get epilepsy even if you don't have epilepsy. Although I can safely say that I was never bored. There are a couple more "quiet" moments that are more of a slow burn which was nice, but the majority of the movie is yelling and people talking over each other. Maybe that's what rockstars do.

For those who want an entertaining film of four legends and good timeless music are going to be satisfied. Despite apparent historical inaccuracies, the movie at least feels very "movie like" so it was always fun to watch and especially the "Live Aid" concert scene at the end of the film is a great one.… Expand
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PipeCFeb 17, 2019
“This is where the operatic section comes in!"

"Bohemian Rhapsody" is the most boisterous biopic of the season, the most controversial of the last few years as well, do not though, look at these factors in a good way. Going from awards,“This is where the operatic section comes in!"


"Bohemian Rhapsody" is the most boisterous biopic of the season, the most controversial of the last few years as well, do not though, look at these factors in a good way. Going from awards, nominations, and arbitrary, ceaseless accolades coming from the industry to unsafe firings, serious uproars around the private life of those involved in the movie and harshly mixed opinions between critics, moviegoers and 'Queen' lovers. The music-related cinematic event of the year doesn't go beyond the conventional story of ascent and fall, vice and fame, money-fueled madness and redemption; a frivolous apology that disappointingly gets sidetracked by the shiniest banalities and the primal artistic, personal dilemmas of both Mercury and May, Taylor and Deacon; this flick isn't a true-blue hit, trust me.

Let's be honest: the film is pure entertainment, a noisy and shallow spectacle taking advantage of each one of the most emblematic hits of the British band, simulating to deal with the recreations of their properly iconic video clips and striving to deliver unknown answers to the questions about the vicious existence of the Queen frontman. Finding matches in the portrait of real-life footage is entertaining, such as the "I Want to Break Free" music video or its gargantuan finale, however, with a two-hour-plus runtime, is it right to be okay with this, when the brand 'Queen' is involved? I don't think so. First and foremost, Rami Malek's the only true winner among all this chaos. Malek's Freddie Mercury. The American actor has come up with the role people will recognize him for from now on, not only because of the celebrity he portrays but the fiercely impressive performance he acts proudly on the screen. He's not merely imitating the most representative mannerisms of the outlandish singer, he understands carefully the psychology of a man turned into a legend, he does justice to his role even if the lifeless, sanitized script threatens to mess it up. The way he dances and behaves, his voice in the most ordinary dialogs, the expressiveness of his gaze, the inner struggle to find who he truly is, every detail his performance is composed with, beyond the most discussed such as the fabulous voice — a vocal amalgam between the actor, Mercury himself and Christian rock musician Marc Martel — is what enriches and makes it — with the permission of Christian Bale and Willem Dafoe — the best performance in a mainstream film by an actor in 2018. A tough call is to choose which would be the best interpretation between Malek's brilliant performance or the supposedly raw by Baron Cohen. Regardless of your choice, we'd probably have a mind-bending Mercury in front of us. Having said that, the lead man's brutal showcase aside, some factually-based re-creations are deftly realistic, notably two quick-witted music-videos incorporations and the monumental, unforgettable closing sequence at Wembley Stadium. To say that the 1985's Live Aid re-creation, such a symbolic, meaningful 20-minute performance for the history of rock music, is perfect would be a whopper of a lie; by being gratefully long, its pace and rhythm tend to drop constantly, the editing work is respectful but some cheap CGI crowds and quick cuts feel plainly contrived. The 80s', as an eye-catching and helpful visual and narrative resource, are depicted in a lackluster but congruent way, the compositions lack energy and spark even speaking about a time where color and brightness were in its greatest splendor. Directed flat-out by Bryan Singer and replaced during the last days of shooting by Dexter Fletcher, the film is not artistically daring, provocative or inspiring, is freely faithful and straightforward, bombastic when it shouldn't, slow-paced and off-and-on when ironically the most gigantic spectacle must come up. "Bohemian Rhapsody" by Bryan Singer and certainly polished by Dexter Fletcher is not, by no means, the "Queen" definitive biopic, nor it is Freddie Mercury's. In short, a conventionally entertaining biographical film only aimed by Rami Malek's pitch-perfect performance. 20th Century Fox's turbulent production will once again make the British band's iconic anthems popular, will once again bring the leading man into the spotlight, will have thousands of angry fans and will please the less fussy ones on the legacy of a group of visionaries who has long been a crucial part in the history of rock music. With a strong supporting cast — especially Lucy Boynton and Ben Hardy, — the all-time great musical support, some impressive re-creations and a performance by Malek for the ages, "Bohemian Rhapsody" is not a boring time at the movies, is an artistic composition that fails on most of its fronts; a look-over as superficial as diluted through the lifetime of five men who found in freedom of expression, queer spirit, togetherness and unique personalities a safe space for perennial memory.… Expand
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CineAutoctonoDec 22, 2019
Bohemian Rhapsody had brought us not only the story well told of Freddy Mercury but also of Queen band and their most memorable songs, although the story is slow, the performances are very good, especially Rami Malek´s performance as Freddie,Bohemian Rhapsody had brought us not only the story well told of Freddy Mercury but also of Queen band and their most memorable songs, although the story is slow, the performances are very good, especially Rami Malek´s performance as Freddie, it could not be excellent but is very good and underrated.… Expand
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kyle20ellisMar 14, 2022
Have a lot of appreciation for Queen. Not a favourite band of mine by all means, but it is difficult to not understand their importance and appeal. They had some iconic songs (namely "Bohemian Rhapsody", "We Will Rock You", "We Are theHave a lot of appreciation for Queen. Not a favourite band of mine by all means, but it is difficult to not understand their importance and appeal. They had some iconic songs (namely "Bohemian Rhapsody", "We Will Rock You", "We Are the Champions" and "Don't Stop Me Now") and Freddie Mercury's immediately recognisable vocals and Brian May's virtuosic guitar playing were always out of this world.

'Bohemian Rhapsody' fascinated me when hearing about it and became most of my most anticipated films for the year. When hearing some negativity for the film, my expectations lowered a little, but saw it anyway because it did look and sound good. It did turn out to be a good decision, it is good to see that others here loved it and don't agree with the mixed critical reception respectfully.

Sure there are clichés (such as what some of the rest of Queen say) , but very few films are not and many are much worse in this regard. Like a lot of biopics, there are inaccuracies that may drive die-hard Queen fans into a frenzy, and the odd factual distortion, but again 'Bohemian Rhapsody' is not the first or worst film to do this and am going to judge it as a film on its own and not on a documentary level.

As a film on its own terms, 'Bohemian Rhapsody' has an awful lot to admire. Getting the issues out of the way, the ones that could have been handled much better was the with the revelation of Freddie Mercury's AIDs diagnosis to the rest of the band, could have been done with more tact and less crass (like saying what it was a consequence of) and revealed too early and at the wrong time, and the implications with the phone ringing off post-taking centre stage that the event was a flop when it actually was a triumph.

Some of the early parts were a touch rushed as well, Mercury's ascent to stardom could have been less breakneck.

However, 'Bohemian Rhapsody' is stylishly film and evokes the period beautifully. As to be expected, the songs are incredible and will be embedded in your brain for a long time, then again it is Queen of course. They are affectionately staged and performed in a way that made me remember what made me appreciate Queen in the first place.

Didn't find the script that simplistic or cliff-notes like, while there is a nice mix of moment of laughter, tension and tears and enough parts that entertained and informed, if not as in depth as it should. The story is never dull and the Live Aid depiction is both rousing and poignant. It's capably directed and while all the performances are fine if underused, it is Rami Malek's outstanding turn as Mercury that will live long in the memory, true to what made Mercury so interesting a person and performer without being an impersonation.

Concluding, impressively done and better than anticipated. 8/10 Bethany Cox… Expand
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YorkManNov 28, 2018
Queen... One of the most iconic bands of the 70s. Fronted by a man of immense charisma, whose voice strikingly unique, and whose intense personal issues can be heard in many of the band's signature tunes.
A biopic of Queen would beQueen... One of the most iconic bands of the 70s. Fronted by a man of immense charisma, whose voice strikingly unique, and whose intense personal issues can be heard in many of the band's signature tunes.
A biopic of Queen would be impossible, the four band members all have their own story to tell, so it makes sense the filmmakers would concentrate the narrative around Freddie Mercury and take the audience on a tour through 15 years of his (and to a lesser degree the band's) life.
However, there are some fundamental issues with the movie.
First off is the filmmaker's decision for BR to be a 'family' film, in terms of the rating it was given (PG-13 in the States, 12A over here in the UK). Whilst I'm sure this will undoubtedly increase the profit-making potential of the film, it severely restricts what can (and can't) be shown.
Queen, as a band, were one of the most debauched in rock history. Their partying, drinking, drug taking, sexual exploits were all legendary. This was especially true of Mercury who, whilst not openly admitting to being gay, was well known for his sexual attraction/preference for men.
So, you get none of that, beyond what is subtly alluded to.
There's no swearing, because we all know how rock stars hated profanity!
No one smokes... Which makes the whole film particularly hard to take seriously!

Second is the unbelievable amount of 'artistic licence' used in the film. Made up characters, made up events, mistakes in the chronology... The list is extensive!
Some would argue that you can't fit 15 years of history into a 135 minutes long film, and that is perfectly true. So you prioritise the events, show the audience the important things that they can take away and understand, and discuss.
There's no need to dwell on the mundanities of Freddie's interpersonal relationships, just as more time should have been given to the creation of the Band's music.
Nor is there any point in adding fictitious tensions that only serve to give the movie's finale a completely different context.

From an acting point of view Rami Malek is decent enough as Freddie. But whilst his scenes as Freddie the 'person' are good... His scenes as Freddie the 'persona' (on-stage etc) are not good.
The problem is that Malek is recreating footage which is already out there, and lip-syncing to Mercury's recorded vocals. I can understand why they had to do that, as Malek can't sing like Freddie did... However, there are singers out there who can impersonate his singing voice and style. I'd have been more convinced if they'd tried to put some performances together from shows which weren't filmed at the time, and maybe ad-libbed things to make it less homogenised.
The rest of the band is actually better, in terms of the acting performances. But they all clearly know the boundaries.
The soundtrack is one of the film's weakest areas. For a film set in one of the best periods for music, the music in the film is far too 'background' outside the Queen performances.
One thing that is brilliant though is the use of CGI and how it blends so seamlessly. Extended tracking shots, crowd scenes etc.. You know it can't be real, but it is excellently done.

So, I've given the film a 5. It IS entertaining, and what you'd expect from a Biopic that has 2 bandmembers as producers/consultants. It either glosses over, or completely omits, the more dubious events that band went through. There is also a sense of glorifying Freddie, even though in real life he wasn't a particularly nice person... Which again, exalts the 'legend' despite the film being marketed as a way to understand Who Freddie Mercury was.… Expand
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MasterRileyAug 1, 2019
Bohemian Rhapsody is a very nice love letter to Freddie Mercury and Queen as a whole. Rami Malek as Freddie is genius, and the rest of the casting and performances are also very well done. The story, although slightly altered from trueBohemian Rhapsody is a very nice love letter to Freddie Mercury and Queen as a whole. Rami Malek as Freddie is genius, and the rest of the casting and performances are also very well done. The story, although slightly altered from true events, is a very emotional and beautiful retelling of Freddie's life. And of course the amazing music numbers throughout the movie only add to the overall package.… Expand
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CLUELESS35861Feb 25, 2019
Fun to watch, Rami Malek earns his awards in great form. The script took a lot of liberties with actual historic timing, especially the events leading up to the "liveaid" concert. Supporting cast was exceptional, and thankfully the originalFun to watch, Rami Malek earns his awards in great form. The script took a lot of liberties with actual historic timing, especially the events leading up to the "liveaid" concert. Supporting cast was exceptional, and thankfully the original songs were kept intact with the best lipsynching,ever. The truth is better than the script writer's re-imagining, (likewise for "blackkklansman").… Expand
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alejandro970Nov 21, 2018
The origin, glory days, breakup, reconciliation and farewell of the iconic british band of 70s. Rami Malek astonishes as Freddy Mercury. However, is not enough deep in details of intimal and troubled life of Mercury. Every one who grew upThe origin, glory days, breakup, reconciliation and farewell of the iconic british band of 70s. Rami Malek astonishes as Freddy Mercury. However, is not enough deep in details of intimal and troubled life of Mercury. Every one who grew up listening Queen will appreciate.… Expand
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QuijoteJan 26, 2019
Awesome but it's sad that all the greatness the Innuendo final part of their career could have given to the film is missing. The final scene should have been something incredible based on The Show Must Go On. It's lacking drama and sadness,Awesome but it's sad that all the greatness the Innuendo final part of their career could have given to the film is missing. The final scene should have been something incredible based on The Show Must Go On. It's lacking drama and sadness, but its intention wasn't that, so the film triumphs in tis way.… Expand
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DominArsenOct 27, 2019
A special film about the life of a single Freddie Mercury band member. The film has a mounting concern. Interrupted between abysmal slowness and minimum acceleration for a 20 minute end in concert. Problem 20 minutes to fill the gap is longA special film about the life of a single Freddie Mercury band member. The film has a mounting concern. Interrupted between abysmal slowness and minimum acceleration for a 20 minute end in concert. Problem 20 minutes to fill the gap is long and what reason to push the director to leave this part as it for a "Biopic". The biopic is a story of a man who tells and counts a life. A concert is another style. The music is nothing transcendent we know the music queen or at least if we are interested we can listen. Next to the scenario started very quickly, the meeting between the members of the group is looped in 15min, the rise 15 minutes, the fall 1:00 approximately and 20min of concert. The result is a sad movie that you do not want to see again.

Un film particulier sur la vie d'un seul membre du groupe Freddie Mercury. Le film possède un souci de montage. Entrecoupé entre lenteur abyssale et accélération minimum pour une fin de 20 min en concert. Problème 20 minutes pour combler du vide c'est long et quelle raison à pousser le réalisateur à laisser cette partie telle qu'elle pour un "Biopic". Le biopic est une histoire d'homme qui raconte et compte une vie. Un concert c'est un autre style. La musique n'a rien de transcendant on connaît la musique de queen ou au moins si ça nous intéresse on peut les écouter. À côté le scénario démarré très rapidement, la rencontre entre les membres du groupe est bouclée en 15min, l'élévation 15 minutes, la chute 1h00 environ et 20min de concert. Le résultat est un film triste que vous ne voulez pas revoir.… Expand
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dashtagDec 12, 2018
Really good. Very much enjoyed this movie. Rami Malek is fantastic as Freddie Mercury and the whole cast is phenomenal. The music is amazing, of course, and mainly the music performance scenes are great. Storytelling is very good, don't letReally good. Very much enjoyed this movie. Rami Malek is fantastic as Freddie Mercury and the whole cast is phenomenal. The music is amazing, of course, and mainly the music performance scenes are great. Storytelling is very good, don't let the bad reviews fool you. I cried, in both times that I've seen it. If you love Queen music, you will love this movie. It can be cringy and a little forced, also deceptive with Freddie Mercury's identity but they did what they could.… Expand
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ViniciusBritoNov 17, 2018
What an experience that ending was, huh ?
Telling the story of the creation of one of the best bands of all time, Queen, from the point of view of Freddie Mercury, facing the difficulties of lack of trust of others and needing the cretivityWhat an experience that ending was, huh ?
Telling the story of the creation of one of the best bands of all time, Queen, from the point of view of Freddie Mercury, facing the difficulties of lack of trust of others and needing the cretivity to develop songs and clips. With time they will need to face the lack of stability of Freddie and find a way to deal with sucess and disagreement. Directed by Bryan Singer and Dexter Fletcher, written by Anthony McCarten.
This movie provided me one of the most unforgettable experiences in a movie theater that i have had in my life, i'm gonna jump right at the ending, where it happens the Live Aid show at the Wembley Stadium, they reproduced almost the whole show at the movie and i gotta say that it was fantastic, one because of how great Rami Malek portrayed Freeddie Mercury, his gestures and grimace was done with maestry, you can watch the real show and then the movie to see how carefully they did it, reminding of details and small things that happened in that day, and two, i was born after the Freddie death, the movie together to my session in the theater made me have the most close sensation to be in a Queen show in my life, it was phenomenal how Rami was able to make the audience go on into the show, the crowd start singing together with the film, clapping together with the audience from the movie, that was an memorable experience for probably everyone in that session.
I gotta say that this ain't no perfect movie, the script does have some flaws, that doesn't compromise it all but it is needed to be mentioned, the structure of the story is very familiar, a ascension from below, than a situation that makes it go down and then an final rise, it isn't innovating and don't present anything new or different in this construction. The script goes in some loop after some moment, where they compose a song, or make a instrumental and then it got cutted into a montage of they playing it in shows and behind the scenes, it is nice because it is queen and the songs are fantastic, but from a narrative point, it is repetitive. The way that they explored Freddie personality was good, i think it was less with words and more with attitudes, showing how he had up and downs, sometimes being kind and generous, in others arrogant and lost, i think they did a good job in here, it could have been better, they could have switch more moments from music montages into this, but still, they didn't forgot about this.
The montage of the music being made were mostly really nice, the making up of Bohemian Rhapsody for me was a lot of fun, funny, connecting us to the movie, the subtlety into some moments just made the movie musically, the We Will Rock You one as well was really nice and easy to make you connect with all that, there were some others that wasn't really interesting to see again, but for sure was a point to add for make it right to the queen list.
Beyond Rami Malek with his great performance, with his maneirisms and subtleties in gesture, way of talk, and some really good monologues with a touch of different emotions and light, we have Gwilym Lee as Brian May, he do a great job, he convinces and looks so much with the original Brian May that it is funny. Ben Hardy giving a lot of personality to Roger Taylor. Lucy Boynton as Mary Austin, she did a very nice job, she was delightful at first, and she totally convinces in her sadness or believing into something, and even in a possibly fear. Mike Myers and Aidan Gillen are also in this movie, and they are very functional, both did a nice job.
I think this movie approaches in a good way the depression, it is like that Jim Carrey quote "I wish that everybody had fame and money for them to see that this isn't the asnwer" i'm not sure if it is exactly like that, but even after Freddie got all that money and all that fame, he still nedeed to give his partys to a bunch of people that he don't even know, doing that most likely just to feel something, i could feel the lost in some of those moments in the movie.
I think they did have approached the sexuality of Mercury in a wholesome way, i don't know exactly how the story goes, but in here it was natural, it was simple and good, they did it with calm, a little by a little.
This movies ended up being more a tribute to the band and it's great music than anything else, but considering this, they did a very good job, i agree that they could have explore different aspects, involve more mental subjects in the script and morals, but in here they did a good job with what they intended to.… Expand
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TheHatingManNov 15, 2018
It does not exist, nor will there be a movie that does Queen justice. It has a rhythm, but this not Queen.
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Isaac77Jan 5, 2020
Pretty incredible movie and yes for the most part it revolves around Freddie Mercury but for good reason. On stage he was electric embracing that larger than life persona of a rock star even as his life seemed to crumble before him. And RamiPretty incredible movie and yes for the most part it revolves around Freddie Mercury but for good reason. On stage he was electric embracing that larger than life persona of a rock star even as his life seemed to crumble before him. And Rami Malek captured the essence of Freddie Metcury. essence… Expand
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KelvinSelimorNov 15, 2020
Bohemian Rhapsody. His Royal Majesty! Awesome music and an equally awesome movie. The actors are well chosen and the final Live Aid was filmed 1: 1 like the original concert.
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MayfieldjaFeb 18, 2019
Bohemian Rhapsody gives us a stellar performance by Rami Malek but overall leans too much on nostalgia and a killer soundtrack to support a mediocre script and muddled storytelling. I would have liked less footage of Queen playing on stageBohemian Rhapsody gives us a stellar performance by Rami Malek but overall leans too much on nostalgia and a killer soundtrack to support a mediocre script and muddled storytelling. I would have liked less footage of Queen playing on stage and a more in-depth look at what was happening behind the music. This movie plays less like a biopic and more like a 2-hour music video. You’ll find yourself enjoying the music but that’s really about it. 6 out of 10… Expand
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eberman123Nov 24, 2018
This movie is ok, but could have been much better. The music and music scenes are amazing. The acting is fine but the script is depressing and harsh on Mercury's legacy. Was Mercury's only positive point his music or was he always an a++?
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jaredwallace91Nov 5, 2018
A missed opportunity. The film is able to capture each band members personalities perfectly, bit fails to use that to any storytelling advantage. Freddie Mercury deserves better.
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skeletoroneSep 16, 2020
Bohemian Rhapsody is a very good movie but fans of Queen and Freddie should know that the movie is not historically accurate at all. Instead of following the actual timeline of events, the movie shifts around and makes up some of the eventsBohemian Rhapsody is a very good movie but fans of Queen and Freddie should know that the movie is not historically accurate at all. Instead of following the actual timeline of events, the movie shifts around and makes up some of the events for the purpose of movie drama. I took no offense to that and enjoyed the movie for what it is: A celebration of Freddie Mercury and Queen. Rami Malek does a really good job playing Freddie even though he exaggerates Mercurys slight speech impairment a bit too much. Since the movie as it is is already over 2 hours long, they cut out stuff like finding John Deacon as the bass player of Queen. I hope we will get an extended cut of the movie at some point.… Expand
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hardcorekiddJun 10, 2019
Bohemian Rhapsody is a foot-stomping celebration of Queen, their music and their extraordinary lead singer Freddie Mercury. Freddie defied stereotypes and shattered convention to become one of the most beloved entertainers on the planet. TheBohemian Rhapsody is a foot-stomping celebration of Queen, their music and their extraordinary lead singer Freddie Mercury. Freddie 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. They reach unparalleled success, but in an unexpected turn Freddie, surrounded by darker influences, shuns Queen in pursuit of his solo career. Having suffered greatly without the collaboration of Queen, Freddie manages to reunite with his bandmates just in time for Live Aid. While bravely facing a recent AIDS diagnosis, Freddie leads the band in one of the greatest performances in the history of rock music. Queen cements a legacy that continues to inspire outsiders, dreamers and music lovers to this day. Bohemian Rhapsody hits a handful of high notes, but as an in-depth look at a beloved band, it offers more of a medley than a true greatest hits collection.… Expand
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AMFcriticNov 11, 2018
The first half is a lot of moments united only to reach the second half, which has more coherence when it comes to telling the story.
The end is intense and exciting, it has you on the edge of the seat at all times. 7.7 / 10
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4Nick3Feb 17, 2019
While Bohemian Rhapsody can be enjoyable, it falls flat on many levels. It follows your A->Z biopic formula that we have all seen too many times. The film doesn't take many risks and tends to lose itself in telling a basic story than actuallyWhile Bohemian Rhapsody can be enjoyable, it falls flat on many levels. It follows your A->Z biopic formula that we have all seen too many times. The film doesn't take many risks and tends to lose itself in telling a basic story than actually having an effect on anyone watching it. The only reason people enjoyed this film is because of Queen's music and an amazing lead by Remi Malek. Bohemian Rhapsody is simple, bland, and can be quite boring as it takes a basic formula and does nothing with it, besides follow it.

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amehannaNov 20, 2018
Tackling a story like the story of Freddie Mercury is no easy task especially when the icon’s legacy lives on, and there are new generations of listeners keeping him alive. Yet, for screenwriter Peter Morgan, tackling this story is exactlyTackling a story like the story of Freddie Mercury is no easy task especially when the icon’s legacy lives on, and there are new generations of listeners keeping him alive. Yet, for screenwriter Peter Morgan, tackling this story is exactly what he did when crafting BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY – and ensuring that the film would be a celebration of the music as well as carrying on the legacy of Queen and Freddie. The film is built around who Freddie was – his background in Zanzibar, his coming to London as an immigrant, the prejudice he dealt with growing up, his shyness and insecurities about his looks, how he battled on so many different fronts, his brilliance as a songwriter and musician, how he found another family in the band, his reinvention as a larger-than-life performer.

Although the screenplay entertains and does have some masterful moments, it does lack in giving other moments enough time on screen in order for them to land with the intended punch. This is most likely due to the fact that the narrative covers a lot of events in the span of the film’s running time.

BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY does deliver some colorfully hilarious moments, and the snarky dialogue uttered by the ensemble of characters is too good to resist.

One cannot talk about this film without mentioning the brilliant performances of the entire cast.

Emmy award winner Rami Malek’s spot on embodiment of Freddie Mercury induces goosebumps, and he gives it his all – not only honoring Queen’s leading man but also solidifying him as a force not to be reckoned with.

It was not in his moments of grandiose flamboyance, but in the subtleties and nuances where Malek’s strengths take center stage.

This is not anyone that Malek is taking on, but a man that is respected as a legendary talent and loved for his kindness and unforgettable nature.

The narrative does its part in balancing both Mercury’s ingenious nature as well as his flaws – and handles it in a way that is respectful towards Mercury’s legacy without shying away from truths.

Lucy Boynton who plays Mary Austin, the love of Mercury’s life, and her performance becomes the soul of the film paralleling her character’s effect on Mercury.

Gwilym Lee (Brian May), Ben Hardy (Roger Taylor), and Joe Mazzello (John “Deacy” Deacon) are the cherries on top of the already delicious sundae. Each brings forth their own interpretation of the band member they played and do so genuinely.

Visually the film uses a lot of 80’s inspired montages – and overall does a solid job at keeping the audience engaged.

Unfortunately, the Live Aid sequence at the end broke the audience’s suspension of disbelief due to the Live Aid audience quite clearly being completely computer generated.

Many critics seem to have been disappointed by the film and sought something more – yet BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY was as loud and flashy as it was sincere and heart-breaking; and witnessing it will not only remind you of how inspiring Queen was, but how one should never be afraid of their true voice.

BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY is the second film this year that looks at the lives of performers and exposes the darkness that lies within it – it almost feels like Hollywood is trying to get people to turn away from an already over-crowded industry.

It’s been over 25 years since Freddie Mercury’s death, yet the music lives on. Freddie redefined and transcended stereotypes, just as Queen’s music refused to be slotted into any traditional genre. Perhaps that’s why the band is such a cross-generational, multicultural and global phenomenon, and BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY honors that.… Expand
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GrantD243Dec 8, 2018
Bohemian Rhapsody is perfectly fine. It's not outstanding in any way, but it doesn't really fail in any particular way either. It's fairly surface level as far as the band's story goes, but the concert scenes make up for that for the mostBohemian Rhapsody is perfectly fine. It's not outstanding in any way, but it doesn't really fail in any particular way either. It's fairly surface level as far as the band's story goes, but the concert scenes make up for that for the most part. This is the definition of a crowd-pleasing film.… Expand
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GrachechkovskiMar 4, 2020
Wonderful movie with fresh colors, power sounds and interesting biography about Freddie Mercury. Now I know about him and Queen little more.
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Slovenly_MuseFeb 9, 2019
"Bohemian Rhapsody" wanders through many moments from the history of Freddie Mercury and Queen, without a real sense of narrative direction, purpose, or artistic point of view. Rami Malek's performance is impressive, although frustratingly"Bohemian Rhapsody" wanders through many moments from the history of Freddie Mercury and Queen, without a real sense of narrative direction, purpose, or artistic point of view. Rami Malek's performance is impressive, although frustratingly hampered by prosthetic teeth. Like "The Disaster Artist" this biopic shies away from more challenging or interesting truths due to the overinvolvement of one of its subjects in crafting the story. The music of Queen is the most enjoyable thing about this movie, which, as crutches go, is a pretty damn good one.… Expand
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Vitor007Nov 10, 2018
"Bohemian Rhapsody " brings a perspective that many already knew. Unfortunately, his script does not have a good conflict, leaving important things (such as the singing of Freddie Mercury, the use of drugs and how he left us) are completely"Bohemian Rhapsody " brings a perspective that many already knew. Unfortunately, his script does not have a good conflict, leaving important things (such as the singing of Freddie Mercury, the use of drugs and how he left us) are completely forced or misunderstood. Your ending gets annoying. However, its good characterization both in the scenarios and in the characters makes it a unique experience for Queen fans. 6.5/10… Expand
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TheLedPontyDec 4, 2018
"Богемная рапсодия" - это байопик, поверхностно рассказывающий о группе Queen и Фредди Меркьюри с немалой частью исторических неточностей (однако понятно, почему их пришлось допустить). Музыка фильма превосходна, однако это не заслуга"Богемная рапсодия" - это байопик, поверхностно рассказывающий о группе Queen и Фредди Меркьюри с немалой частью исторических неточностей (однако понятно, почему их пришлось допустить). Музыка фильма превосходна, однако это не заслуга картины, а легендарной Queen. Фильм стоит посмотреть хотя бы ради показа концерта Live Aid, от которого забылись все минусы фильма.… Expand
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fonzeaNov 24, 2018
Being a lifelong fan of Queen, I went into the cinema with high hopes for the project.

The film isn't a masterpiece, but it's certainly not a failure. Much like with their own contemporary reviews, Queen's traversal into the movie sphere hasBeing a lifelong fan of Queen, I went into the cinema with high hopes for the project.

The film isn't a masterpiece, but it's certainly not a failure. Much like with their own contemporary reviews, Queen's traversal into the movie sphere has divided critics but garnered a huge following.

With most of the project having been directed by Bryan Singer, it has his signature over-reliance on digital effects in parts. The sets and outfits can sometimes feel too crisp and pristine and sometimes detract from the authenticity of the era they are portraying.

However, the film does follow the band's history rather well, albeit at a break-neck pace at times. Some with some rearrangements of events and certain parts of their history either omitted or made up, it's important to view the project as a film and not a documentary.

The cast are absolutely fantastic and very authentic, with particular praise to Lucy Boynton and Rami Malek for their respective roles as Mary Austin and Freddie Mercury.

The film really does shine in it's depiction of their creative process and performance of their most well-known songs. Whether these parts are entertaining in their own right or because of the quality of their music is difficult to determine, but it's entertaining none the less.

In conclusion the film is certainly worth viewing, especially with teenagers who otherwise would not have been exposed to their music before. It hits many high notes, and crashes on a few, but that is what Queen have always been known for.… Expand
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ValBalNov 2, 2019
I like how this film does not glorify its protagonist but portrays him as a complicated/flawed human being. Brilliant performance by lead actor. Raimi Malek is believable and entertaining. I felt like the movie tries to balance the story ofI like how this film does not glorify its protagonist but portrays him as a complicated/flawed human being. Brilliant performance by lead actor. Raimi Malek is believable and entertaining. I felt like the movie tries to balance the story of Mercury the artist and Mercury the man who stays true to himself and it wasn't always clear to me as to what's more important to this particular story. It felt like certain scenes were just pure fan service that were not pushing the story forward.… Expand
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MarkiniNov 11, 2018
Great, entertaining film! Rami Malek does and amazing perforamnce in the film, as he transforms into Freddie Mercury. The film does a great job in balancing music, drama and storytelling to give a great piece of entertainment.
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StraciatellasNov 14, 2018
This movie depicts the greatness that is Freddie Mercury, shows some of his flaws but mostly celebrates what he and Queen brought to the world. And that is something this movie does perfectly. Hats of to Rami Malek for his faboulousThis movie depicts the greatness that is Freddie Mercury, shows some of his flaws but mostly celebrates what he and Queen brought to the world. And that is something this movie does perfectly. Hats of to Rami Malek for his faboulous impersonation of the greatest entertainer to have ever lived.

Sidenote: This is not, I repeat this is not a documentary. To everyone who criticises the movie because of a lack of depth or not a 1 on 1 representation of the facts, I think you went into the theater with the wrong mindset.… Expand
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Spina_FlaNov 15, 2018
Apesar dos erros de cronologia, problemas de roteiro e direção; a memória afetiva de uma das melhores bandas de todos tempos sobressai. Um filme que vai além de "contar uma história"...
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LittleWing_Nov 7, 2018
Telling the story of the most extraordinary character ever with a cliche movie.
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JamagiReviewsNov 8, 2018
As a guy who's been a Queen fan since I've been a music fan, this movie has given me mixed emotions. On the one hand, It is an incredibly entertaining movie with fantastic performances and a, needless to say, fantastic soundtrack. The endingAs a guy who's been a Queen fan since I've been a music fan, this movie has given me mixed emotions. On the one hand, It is an incredibly entertaining movie with fantastic performances and a, needless to say, fantastic soundtrack. The ending made me shed a tear, and I left the theater with a sense of joy, and made me want to rediscover Queen's music all over again. On the other hand, some timeline issues and historical inaccuracies made me question some of the decisions taken in this movie. I did react to certain songs being played before they were chronologically made in the movies timeline, and certain decisions to sacrifice historical accuracy for the purpose of storytelling were questionable. However, these things didn't take away from my full enjoyment of the movie. It isn't an accurate and truthful biopic about Freddie Mercury and his private life, instead it's a joyful celebration of Queen, their music and their legacy. It tells the story with great humor and on many occasions, I was dying of laughter for some of the unexpected jokes in this film. It is a wild ride and a fun show, just like Freddie would have wanted it to be.

+Performances
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+Galileo Rooster

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acdoyleNov 9, 2018
While the lead is excellent, and an obvious Best Actor contender.....and the stick figures supporting him as band members and promoters and a girlfriend then friend are all pretty good, the narrative drags, and is terribly formulaic. TheWhile the lead is excellent, and an obvious Best Actor contender.....and the stick figures supporting him as band members and promoters and a girlfriend then friend are all pretty good, the narrative drags, and is terribly formulaic. The songs seem to have little relation to the plot, except for the title song, and seem to be filler, just stuff we've all heardf 4500 times trotted out to remind us that Queen had a lot of big hits. Almost all of the emoptional drama is utterly contrived and predictable. I enjoyed the movie overall, and of course Queen fans should see it, but this is a mediocre biopic, dwarfed by much better rock movies such as Ray and The Doors, not to mention Gimme Shelter or The Last Waltz. Entertaining, but ultimately forgettable.… Expand
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vanhexNov 22, 2018
Rami looks more like Jagger...uUUUUuuuUUUuuUUUUuUU ...like Jagger! Anyways is worth watching if you are a Queen fan and even if you're not. Apparenlty is more a dreamatic recreation than a real true-to the facts biopic, works for me.
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magpie666Jul 27, 2022
Rami Malek was a **** disgrace playing F.mercury. This film was brilliant but without Rami actor. He was utterly boring and totally miscast. Utter **** idiot. The film it'self was ok but an utter bore fest.

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ahmedaiman1999Feb 5, 2019
Sorry I want an actual movie to review, not some scattered and very brief chapters consists of events and facts stacked on top of each other using some outdated techniques.

Two stars for the palatial and splendid production design, RamiSorry I want an actual movie to review, not some scattered and very brief chapters consists of events and facts stacked on top of each other using some outdated techniques.

Two stars for the palatial and splendid production design, Rami Malek's fine performance, and, above all, the sequences that allowed me to experience Queen's music being presented. Most noteworthy is, of course, the epic Live Aid concert; that almost redeemed the whole "movie". If it it hadn’t been for this phenomenal concert sequence, this "movie", that is undoubtedly unworthy of its name, would have left a bad taste in my mouth. I mean, it's the only thing that doesn't seem fake.

Hands down the worst Best Picture nominee I've ever watched, and one of the worst movies of 2018. But what's really getting on my nerves is that this fragmentary incomplete thing is nominated for Best Achievement in Film Editing!

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m15964Feb 16, 2019
All the critics summarized to this short sentence: Fredie deserves more than that. I expected to see more than this about what is behind the scenes of Queen band and Fredie personal life and what he (and the band) inspired from to write andAll the critics summarized to this short sentence: Fredie deserves more than that. I expected to see more than this about what is behind the scenes of Queen band and Fredie personal life and what he (and the band) inspired from to write and create songs and this kind of songwriting.… Expand
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AJGo85Feb 27, 2019
My enjoyment of Bohemian Rhapsody corresponded directly with whether or not a Queen song was being played. The big budget Freddie Mercury/Queen biopic is at its best during scenes of the band in the recording studio or performing on stage.My enjoyment of Bohemian Rhapsody corresponded directly with whether or not a Queen song was being played. The big budget Freddie Mercury/Queen biopic is at its best during scenes of the band in the recording studio or performing on stage. Rami Malek stars as Queen frontman Freddie Mercury. He emulates the way Mercury moved his body during performances and reproduces his captivating stage presence with a surprising degree of success. The scenes between the music, however, for Malek and everything else in the picture fall flat.

Queen was not an average band so it’s perplexing and flat out disappointing that the movie telling the story of the band and its flamboyant lead singer is so by the numbers and full of biopic clichés. Every scene feels like it has been transposed from any other musician biopic. There is the scene where the band has a rough start to a gig but wins over the audience. There is the scene of the lead singer being offered a solo album deal. There is the scene of a press conference where reporters only want to ask about the lead singer’s private life and not the new album. There is the scene of a record label executive telling the band that their most famous song will never be a hit. This scene is an eye-rolling low point mainly because the record executive who tells Queen that teenagers will never rock out to "Bohemian Rhapsody" in their cars is played by Mike Meyers (who starred in Wayne’s World where he famously rocked out to "Bohemian Rhapsody" in a car). There is even a scene where a fatal illness is signaled by a character coughing a few drops of blood on a tissue. This is the kind of biopic Bohemian Rhapsody is.

When he’s not imitating Mercury on stage, Rami Malek does a good enough job in the dramatic scenes but the oversized fake teeth he wears to look more like Mercury are distracting. Yes, Mercury did have a noticeable overbite but these false teeth make Malek look more like Bugs Bunny. The bland, basic biopic script doesn’t give Malek, or anyone else, much to work with in those dramatic non-music scenes. Mercury’s sexuality isn’t played down but it also isn’t fully explored. A montage of the band on tour (typical quick shots of tour buses, roaring crowds, etc.) shows Mercury, at the time married to Mary Austin (Lucy Boynton), glancing at and checking out other men. It’s unclear if Mercury is just looking at these men longingly or if he’s sleeping with them. The movie also never makes clear if the wolf-in-sheep’s-clothing record producer Paul (Allen Leech) is Mercury’s lover or just a hanger-on. We do get to see Mercury working through his inner struggles by composing some great songs, namely “Bohemian Rhapsody”.

The most original and exciting scene for me was the recording session of “Bohemian Rhapsody.” We see Brian May (Gwilym Lee) playing his guitar solo all alone in the empty barn serving as their recording studio. Then we cut to the rest of the band in the control room listening what the solo sounds like mixed with the rest of tracks. Mercury is like a conductor getting his bandmates to sing at the top of their vocal registers. First, they sing alone in the recording booth, then together, then all of those separate tracks are mixed together to create the final product. I once accompanied a musician friend when his band recorded in a real studio. This is exactly how a band records a song but I’d never seen a recording session portrayed this way until now.

There is a lot to tell in the story of Freddie Mercury and Queen so the movie rushes through the band’s beginnings—they’re signed to a record label and playing sold out tours in no time—to focus on Mercury’s personal struggles and the creation of several crowd-pleasing songs. Instead of feeling rushed, however, the movie still feels long and dragged out. The climax of the picture is Queen’s iconic performance at Wembley Stadium for Live Aide. Nearly their entire performance is recreated. This isn’t just the plot climax, it’s the emotional climax of the movie and I’ll admit to being overcome with the exact emotions the film was aiming to get out of me. Though as they played song after song I wondered, why not just show the real Live Aide footage? Despite being roasted by critics Bohemian Rhapsody was a box office hit finishing among the top grossing films of 2018 and it has picked up 5 Oscar nominations, including Best Picture and Best Actor for Rami Malek. I must admit I am baffled by the movie’s accolades and box office success. I presume that audiences and the people in charge of awards are responding to the great music of Queen and not the film itself. It certainly helps that the movie sends audiences out on the band’s most iconic performance of some of their best songs. But, you can get the same pathos and enjoyment from listening to Queen’s greatest hits and skipping the movie.… Expand
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MrScallopsJun 19, 2019
In many ways, Bohemian Rhapsody is nothing but a generic biopic. The first scene takes us right to the final moments of the film and sets the tone for the rest of the feature. It takes some artistic freedom and creative shortcuts in itsIn many ways, Bohemian Rhapsody is nothing but a generic biopic. The first scene takes us right to the final moments of the film and sets the tone for the rest of the feature. It takes some artistic freedom and creative shortcuts in its storytelling for everyone's viewing pleasure. In other ways, this biographical extravaganza is much more than just your average biopic. It's the story of one of the greatest rock bands in our times and it has both killer performances and a killer soundtrack. Rami Malek has earned his Oscar, for sure!

The story itself flows nicely, mostly because it goes into the actual Queen phase quite quickly without proper introduction of the central characters. Hardcore Queen fans are surely going to enjoy this movie from the go, but casual viewers will be drawn in by the time the movie shows the creation of Bohemian Rhapsody. The middle part of the movie slows thing down a bit, focuses on Freddie's eccentric side, and tones down the band itself. It's all a build up to the spectacular Live Aid-concert; the 20-minute long closing sequence of the film, carefully reconstructed based on the legendary performance given by Queen in the summer of 1985.

Bohemian Rhapsody is at its peak when it shows the band working together creating some of the timeless rock classics. The rest of the film never really stands out, even if Malek and the rest of the cast manage to deliver some good dramatic moments. I would have wished to see more Queen, more music and simply a story with an actual end.… Expand
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Eaj6Oct 8, 2019
I have to applaud the cast on there excellent effort to replicate the real band, music and of course the story! There were some funny parts, some sad and some jaw-dropping. I absolutely recommend this film!
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O_CriticoMar 27, 2019
Uma perca de tempo, comete erros cronologicos obvios e a historia e contada de um jeito horrível , ignorando as ordens dos fatos reais. Parece que pegaram o nome Queen, e fizeram um filme qualquer so para lucrarem em cima e como fã do Queen,Uma perca de tempo, comete erros cronologicos obvios e a historia e contada de um jeito horrível , ignorando as ordens dos fatos reais. Parece que pegaram o nome Queen, e fizeram um filme qualquer so para lucrarem em cima e como fã do Queen, fico frustrado e considero o filme uma piada… Expand
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AlinzparkJun 17, 2019
Bohemian Rhapsody (★★★☆☆), directed by Brian Singer (The Usual Suspects) and written by Andrew McCarten, is a biographical film that chronicles the meteoric rise and eventual fall of the musical juggernaut that is Freddie Mercury and hisBohemian Rhapsody (★★★☆☆), directed by Brian Singer (The Usual Suspects) and written by Andrew McCarten, is a biographical film that chronicles the meteoric rise and eventual fall of the musical juggernaut that is Freddie Mercury and his band, Queen. The story follows Queen as the band progresses from a bar-playing novelty into one of the world’s most foremost acts and the story of the frontman Mercury coming to terms with his previously closeted homosexuality and conflicts associated with that.
The film stars Rami Malek (Mr. Robot) as Mercury, who delivers easily one of the strongest performances of the year as the rock star. While a simple SNL-style impression of the character would’ve been sufficient to a lesser actor, Malek plays the character with surprising depth, managing to completely disappear into the role; channeling Mercury with eerie accuracy. It is a known fact that actors tend to struggle with playing real people as failing to perfectly nail the figure’s mannerisms and voice can lead to a distracting disconnect between the audience and the story, so, needless to say, Malek needed to nail this performance, especially due to the fact that this movie, otherwise, is not very good.
While the script has a handful of memorable moments, with some scenes being unexpectedly hilarious and clever, the story overall falls flat on its face. McCarten constantly resorts to contrived plot conventions and story beats; making the story feel unforgivingly generic. When the script isn’t riding the line between greatness and mediocrity, it is boldly nosediving into complete incompetence. This is made most obvious when characters randomly burst into hammy monologues for seemingly no reason; oftentimes jerking the viewer out of the story due to how jarringly unnatural it feels. On a technical level, Rhapsody is perfectly adequate. The makeup work which transformed the actors into these real people is impressive, but by Hollywood standards, nothing to write home about. The camera work and film editing are visually interesting, but again, nothing too extraordinary. Even the direction by Brian Singer, who is usually an exceptional director, feels uncharacteristically flat and uninteresting. With all of these factors working against it, you’d think that Bohemian Rhapsody would be an arduous, unpleasant experience, but you’d be wrong. In fact, there’s a lot of enjoyment to found from this disaster of a movie. Rami Malek’s stellar performance coupled with the unsurprisingly amazing music work in conjunction with a couple of genuinely exciting scenes. At the end of the movie, in fact, there is a genuinely breathtaking final concert sequence that is guaranteed to leave any viewers breathless. Overall, it seems like the film is an enjoyable experience helped along by a fantastic leading performance, even if it never quite lives up to the incredible legacy of its subject.… Expand
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STARSHYNEJun 12, 2019
A flawless tribute to a flawless rock band, a must-watch for fans of Queen and for good stories' lovers in general.
I watched it with my wife and we both feel more fan of Queen than we were before this movie.
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EnzokoitiJun 26, 2019
This movie is very good, dont have anyone problem, but the actor rami malek dont is very good and the history compareted the original is very modificated
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The_EqualizerJul 21, 2019
Not as bad as I expected! A bit long. No biopic is 100% accurate or covers EVERYTHING but this one was relatively entertaining & informative. I thought the focus on the whole band would be boring but it wasn't. The actors sure do lookNot as bad as I expected! A bit long. No biopic is 100% accurate or covers EVERYTHING but this one was relatively entertaining & informative. I thought the focus on the whole band would be boring but it wasn't. The actors sure do look true to who they're portraying. And I like how they showed the band's range by doing the whole "Queen is whatever we say it is" thing. They were one of the few rock bands to branch out & incorporate opera, disco...videos in drag in the conservative '80s... and they definitely paid the price for it with critics (especially American ones). There's quite a bit of editing of Freddie's drug use/erratic moods, and it's a shame they couldn't show more of his final years (even though it's terribly sad). Like it or not, the AIDS epidemic played a central role in not only Freddie's life but that entire era. But the actors were REALLY great. Can't stress that enough. If you want a strictly chronological/historical account of Queen or Freddie, there are tons of documentaries out there. This one is for the casual fan who wants to get her feet wet & enjoy some classic chunes.… Expand
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Thenightwing35Aug 6, 2019
A flawed movie with shortcuts to Mercury's life, there is still some entertainment value here. Rami Malek and the rest of the band still are well-portrayed!
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AJStone839Aug 21, 2019
It's a bad movie. I've already spent too much time thinking about it, so that's it. The movie is bad.
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Foxer828Aug 27, 2019
As the movie began, I thought, this is going to be a long 2 hours. By the end of the film, I was smiling and crying.
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DawdlingPoetNov 21, 2021
I enjoyed this film for most of the duration but it was that final scene, the infamous set during Live Aid, that I found really, particularly engrossing and memorable, much like (I imagine) the real life performance.

I felt that Rami MalekI enjoyed this film for most of the duration but it was that final scene, the infamous set during Live Aid, that I found really, particularly engrossing and memorable, much like (I imagine) the real life performance.

I felt that Rami Malek did give a particularly good performance as Freddie Mercury. Freddie's undoubted charisma comes across quite well on screen. Of course there's the fact that (as some critics/others have mentioned) some (sexual related) details were glossed over, shall I say, which I believe was mainly done to allow the film to get the lower 12 rating, rather than a 15. I wouldn't say it entirely detracted from the film - it is perhaps a little sanitised, perhaps there's an element of artificiality about it, a bit but the film is still a decent, pretty solid film regardless. There are some witty lines of dialogue and I enjoyed seeing the group (Queen, obviously) rise in popularity and how Freddie got on (or not) with the other band members and the like. This is a fun film to watch if you want to have a bit of a sing along and its intriguing in terms of the plot. I like Queens music but I can't say I knew much about the history of the group, so I found this both an entertaining and an insightful film. How true it is to the history of the group, I can't really say but as a film itself, its a decent watch and so I'd recommend it on that basis (rock on!!).… Expand
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ajzeg01Sep 21, 2019
Initially, I really enjoyed this movie, but the more I thought about it, I think it was mostly the music that you can just listen to on iTunes that made this movie so enjoyable and not really the film itself. The performances were fantastic,Initially, I really enjoyed this movie, but the more I thought about it, I think it was mostly the music that you can just listen to on iTunes that made this movie so enjoyable and not really the film itself. The performances were fantastic, but the movie as a whole is very standard and unremarkable. Also, the more I learned about the real story of the band Queen afterwards, the more I realized just how much this movie changed from the real story. So much so that it feels less like creative liberties were taken and more like history was being revised. That bothers me. Overall, this movie is worth seeing, most audiences will probably like it fine, but if you are a big Queen fan, I feel like this movie will be a disappointment for you.… Expand
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MrNightOwlOct 28, 2019
Fantastic film and fantastic music. This movie is very relaxing thing with very good Rami Malek as Freddie 'f*cking' Mercury.
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Joe2126Dec 12, 2019
This is the first film I ever walked out on. The problem with this film is the pacing, one minute Freddie is working as a baggage handler and the next minute he's instantly doing world tours. In fact its so ridiculous that Freddie meets aThis is the first film I ever walked out on. The problem with this film is the pacing, one minute Freddie is working as a baggage handler and the next minute he's instantly doing world tours. In fact its so ridiculous that Freddie meets a girl and then engages to her instantly a couple minutes later. This is terrible story telling and it all feels rushed.

Straight Outta Compton (not comparing music), built up the characters far better than this film. For instance, you see Eazy-E doing bad things and getting arrested for a large portion of the film, THEN he grows larger with NWA. That is how a film should be. I think it's a problem with the script writers, all of the actors know how to play their part but that's the only redeeming quality about this film. Had the script been made by someone like Martin Scorsese, this would not be the case. In a nutshell, this is a film with wasted talent. The script writers do not know how to make films… Expand
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FilmanwaltDec 17, 2020
Rami Malek completely delivered, actually you just want to see more of this film. In between it has a few lengths, but otherwise it was really big cinema and probably does justice to Queen and Freddie Mercury overall (as far as that'sRami Malek completely delivered, actually you just want to see more of this film. In between it has a few lengths, but otherwise it was really big cinema and probably does justice to Queen and Freddie Mercury overall (as far as that's possible at all).

It's all there, beginnings, advancement, crises and single sad moments that don't seem boringly forced. The ending is really phenomenal and makes the movie special.… Expand
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Akarsh1112Jan 6, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The critics are spoiling a well made film which enjoys the era of queen
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v_xJan 12, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Моя оценка 10, так как фильм очень понравился по вышеперечисленным причинам.… Expand
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tellmikeyyJul 9, 2021
Giving it a first watch in 2021, made me realize one major thing. I wished I saw it in theaters! This movie was one of the best movies I've gotten to watch in a long while. The acting, cinematography, lines, body language, etc were allGiving it a first watch in 2021, made me realize one major thing. I wished I saw it in theaters! This movie was one of the best movies I've gotten to watch in a long while. The acting, cinematography, lines, body language, etc were all fantastic. The songs were as incredible as always! The only reason I can see people bashing it or giving it a low rating, is because "Does it accurately represent the events the movie is based on?". Even if this movie came halfway close, the movie as a whole was phenomenal!… Expand
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IAmaMovieGeekMay 25, 2020
Freddie Mercury is a music legend. Queen is my favorite band. Rami Malak did great in this movie. While the script wasn't that good, the musical performances made up for everything. Thus movie is just a solid B.
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ProfAmateurOct 4, 2021
Well this movie ist just a little friendly reminder how f**** goood this band was. I'm so hyped
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Startur777Dec 5, 2020
This is briliant.Love this movie so much and now i now more things about Freddie.Fred,rock in eternity
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mr_cunilingusSep 9, 2020
Этот фильм пытался сделать меня геем, поэтому я его не смотрел, ара-ара-ара-ара-ара-ара-ара
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MrPajamasSep 9, 2020
Bohemian Rhapsody had an incredible success in cinemas, so I had to go see this film. I'm not surprised. The film is amazing and this is a must for Queen fans. The beautifully filmed life of Mercury, and the pips also play a part in it. ThisBohemian Rhapsody had an incredible success in cinemas, so I had to go see this film. I'm not surprised. The film is amazing and this is a must for Queen fans. The beautifully filmed life of Mercury, and the pips also play a part in it. This is a real pleasure to watch and especially listen. This film will thank you directly for the quality speakers. The only downside, in my opinion, is the ending, which wasn't entirely true and there could have been more darkness, like in Ray, but otherwise it's an amazing film that I can recommend.… Expand
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ArealaveragejoeNov 18, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Although the cgi in the Live Aid scene, I couldn’t really care less, the movie feels rushed and like a total cash grab, overhyped, and the story doesn’t really compel me, too much talking and just... ugh, don recommend it too much, but this does not downplay Queen’s Music at all. Honestly the best scene out of this film was the most memorable which was the Live Aid performance which was just *chef’s kiss*… Expand
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eyefree16Nov 29, 2020
It's an amazing film and I enjoyed so much I would watch over and over again
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geewahJan 4, 2021
Rami Malek's performance is what really drives this at times cliche ridden biopic. As a Queen fan, I was hoping for better.
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jssssphDec 27, 2020
I don't see how anyone with a taste in music wouldn't love this film. Brought me to tears and laughter both.
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GeraldSprayJan 26, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This movie succeeds as entertainment, but fails as a biopic. The first problem is evident from the beginning. Sex and drugs were part of Freddie Mercury's lifestyle, and the PG-13 rating keeps these aspects to a minimum. I was also annoyed by the incorrect chronology. "Fat Bottomed Girls" plays during a scene set four years before it was released. Freddie is diagnosed with AIDS two years earlier than he was in real life, just to make the Live Aid concert more emotional. Speaking of the Live Aid concert, that is the final scene of the film. Nothing after 1985 is documented in this musical legend's life. The acting is convincing, and the editing is slick, but so what? "Bohemian Rhapsody" fails at what it was supposed to do as a film.… Expand
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Sarian263Mar 15, 2021
A movie based on one of my personal heroes Freddie Mercury, "Bohemian Rhapsody" is a biopic based on his legendary career from where he started to Live Aid, This movie is a feast for Queen fans all over the world, Rami Malek IS Freddie andA movie based on one of my personal heroes Freddie Mercury, "Bohemian Rhapsody" is a biopic based on his legendary career from where he started to Live Aid, This movie is a feast for Queen fans all over the world, Rami Malek IS Freddie and does it perfectly. The songs that are put in this are also great and if you are a queen fan, you will be singing along to each song as well. Even if you are not a Queen fan but was around at the time the movie is set, maybe give this a watch and you may end up liking it. It delves into the parts we as the public did not get to see and get to see the troubles Freddie had to go through to hide his way of life while also providing us all with beautiful music. This is HIS movie and it is a great one at that.… Expand
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AkioTenebrisApr 30, 2021
We finally get the story of one of the greatest singers in "the world". {Rami Malek} portrays and shadows Freddie Mercury in the best way possible. Thank you to {Bryan Singer} and {Dexter Fletcher} for making this great tribute to FreddieWe finally get the story of one of the greatest singers in "the world". {Rami Malek} portrays and shadows Freddie Mercury in the best way possible. Thank you to {Bryan Singer} and {Dexter Fletcher} for making this great tribute to Freddie Mercury and to Queen.… Expand
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Gamzguy17Aug 22, 2021
A complete and utter waste of film to a band who more than deserves an insightful biopic, "Bohemian Rhapsody" merely reenacts concert scenes and studio work scenes with added Hollywood cliche tropes of romance in between. Queen'sA complete and utter waste of film to a band who more than deserves an insightful biopic, "Bohemian Rhapsody" merely reenacts concert scenes and studio work scenes with added Hollywood cliche tropes of romance in between. Queen's non-fictitious events are well documented through countless interviews, live concert films, and independent documentaries. The sum of what's already available can inform fans beyond anything this piece of trite can muster. The cast is believable, but the direction is anything but.… Expand
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dario12Sep 5, 2021
Bohemian Rhapsody was a movie that was a real joy to see when it was shown in cinemas back in the day and I remember how I liked it quite a lot and now on my second watch I must say how this film is still one fine work.
Sure some story pointsBohemian Rhapsody was a movie that was a real joy to see when it was shown in cinemas back in the day and I remember how I liked it quite a lot and now on my second watch I must say how this film is still one fine work.
Sure some story points were left unexplored and they played this film little to safe but Rami Malek as Freddy was able to save this movie together with rest of cast and greatly potrayed songs.
So Bohemian Rhapsody is solid movie about rock and music legend… Expand
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ImanD2000Oct 26, 2021
The movie is pretty well done. It was a smash hit in theaters and is still an enjoyable movie.
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perezangelo410Jul 9, 2023
There are many things that were changed and omitted in this film dedicated to Freddie Mercury.
Still, I think this movie is pretty good if you're not such a fan of this person.
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spoofrrDec 2, 2021
Was expecting a lot more going into this movie, they miss out on a few key details in queen's story. Doesn't really do Queen justice. not great, not awful
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y0urlorDec 26, 2021
Средний фильм, впринципи 6 это его оценка на 7 точно не дотягивает, мое мнение!
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Danna_MorenoApr 7, 2022
Comentario película “Bohemian Rhapsody”

Es una película británica, dirigida por Bryan Singer estrenada en el año 2018 con una duración de 134 minutos, protagonizada por Rami Malek de genero dramático, nominada a 5 premios de la AcademiaComentario película “Bohemian Rhapsody”

Es una película británica, dirigida por Bryan Singer estrenada en el año 2018 con una duración de 134 minutos, protagonizada por Rami Malek de genero dramático, nominada a 5 premios de la Academia incluyendo Mejor Película. En la película se relata el transcurso del grupo musical Queen y relata la vida de Freddy Mercury, el cual era muy estrafalario y rompía con los estereotipos propuestos por la sociedad de ese entonces para convertirse en uno de los cantantes mas famosos del mundo. La película nos muestra el notorio avance que tuvo el grupo musical por el éxito de sus canciones ya que no eran muy comunes y así mismo su gran participación en el Live Aid en la que el grupo musical Queen fue participe, liderado por Freddy el cual estaba pasando por enfermedad que amenazaba su vida. Es una película realmente increíble que hasta hoy en día sigue inspirando a la gente y amantes del tipo de música que ellos producían. Se resalta cada detalle importante de la vida del protagonista y así mismo las canciones más icónicas que tuvieron como “We Will Rock You”, “Bohemian Rhapsody”, “I want to Break Free”, entre otras, acercando al espectador un poco más a la vida y el progreso del cantante. Desde el inicio nos engancha en una trama que es imposible dejar de ver pues esta tiene un parecido impresionante a lo que fue Queen y Freddy Mercury en la realidad que es lo que se busca en una película de este estilo. En concreto, es una película muy intensa y para nada tradicional, es muy recomendada para aquellos amantes de este grupo musical y cada momento importante que hayan pasado, incluyendo la producción de sus canciones ya que para nadie es un secreto que rompen muchas barreras puestas en la industria musical. Merece una calificación de 10 en una escala de 0 a 10.… Expand
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BrokenChildJul 12, 2022
Although the movie could have been better, this movie is very good and I love this movie.
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RekiazJan 3, 2023
Muy buena, pero no deja de ser un "musical" con ese giro o tono aspiracional que todas las películas similares. Pienso que la película de Elton Jhon supera fácilmente a esta, pero tiene sentido que fuese ms fantasiosa. Y esta no lo logra ser,Muy buena, pero no deja de ser un "musical" con ese giro o tono aspiracional que todas las películas similares. Pienso que la película de Elton Jhon supera fácilmente a esta, pero tiene sentido que fuese ms fantasiosa. Y esta no lo logra ser, lo cual lo convierte en algo común pero no necesariamente mala, al contrario, está bien.… Expand
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RandUm801eeeSep 13, 2022
*singing* I want to ride my bicycle...out of the theater.

It's been three years since I watched this movie, and in the intervening time I've never even considered listening to a Queen song. I will rhapsodize no longer.
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