Bohemian Rhapsody is directed by Bryan Singer and stars Rami Malek.
Drama, Music, Biography. Released 2018.
Bohemian Rhapsody tells the story of the legendary icon and front-man of Queen, Freddie Mercury.
Due to the behind-the-scenes drama surrounding this film prior to its release, having not seen Rami Malek in Mr. Robot and the initial mixed reactions, I did not know what to expect from Bohemian Rhapsody - except a load of Queen music and performances.
However, I am happy to report that this lack of expectation meant that Bohemian Rhapsody exceeded anything I had been expecting, with me leaving incredibly inspired.
Rami Malek demonstrates his tremendous ability to embody this legendary icon, especially in the re-enacted live performances. If he didn't work, it would've been detrimental to the entire film - but he worked, and the film succeeded immensely for it. His performance is superb. There is power in its subtlety and subtlety in its power. The rest of the cast do a solid job at supporting Malek, however I found some characters to be unintentionally unlikeable, which is a minor negative of the film.
Another negative is just reflecting on what the film could have been. There are a lot more controversial aspects to Freddie Mercury's legacy which have been glossed over, but likely would have made for a more powerful, darker film. I appreciate that censoring some of the darker elements of his life make for a more age-appropriate and euphoric tone, but to me, it simply came across as a bit too safe, and again, reflect on what could have been.
The lack of this, however, does not take away from the dramatic moments which are included in the film. These mostly occur in the third act and therefore is juxtaposed by the absolutely mesmerising re-enactment of the iconic LiveAid concert of 1985 which is full of hope and makes for an incredibly poignant final number, where all of the previously laid foundations of Mercury's close relationships are brought to fruition and result in some powerful, intimate moments, as well as serving as a triumphant close to the Mercury biopic.
B-
However, I am happy to report that this lack of expectation meant that Bohemian Rhapsody exceeded anything I had been expecting, with me leaving incredibly inspired.
Rami Malek demonstrates his tremendous ability to embody this legendary icon, especially in the re-enacted live performances. If he didn't work, it would've been detrimental to the entire film - but he worked, and the film succeeded immensely for it. His performance is superb. There is power in its subtlety and subtlety in its power. The rest of the cast do a solid job at supporting Malek, however I found some characters to be unintentionally unlikeable, which is a minor negative of the film.
Another negative is just reflecting on what the film could have been. There are a lot more controversial aspects to Freddie Mercury's legacy which have been glossed over, but likely would have made for a more powerful, darker film. I appreciate that censoring some of the darker elements of his life make for a more age-appropriate and euphoric tone, but to me, it simply came across as a bit too safe, and again, reflect on what could have been.
The lack of this, however, does not take away from the dramatic moments which are included in the film. These mostly occur in the third act and therefore is juxtaposed by the absolutely mesmerising re-enactment of the iconic LiveAid concert of 1985 which is full of hope and makes for an incredibly poignant final number, where all of the previously laid foundations of Mercury's close relationships are brought to fruition and result in some powerful, intimate moments, as well as serving as a triumphant close to the Mercury biopic.
B-
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