Bohemian Rhapsody
Rami Malek delivers an Oscar-winning performance as Freddie Mercury in this Best Picture-winning biopic of Queen. Penned by Anthony McCarten (The Theory of Everything).
Bohemian Rhapsody's long gestation, since 2010, has seen the departure of Sacha Baron Cohen as Mercury (later called an "arse" by Queen guitarist Brian May) and director Bryan Singer from part of the shoot in controversial circumstances.
- Director:
- Bryan Singer ('X-Men', 'Superman Returns', 'The Usual Suspects')
- Writer:
- Anthony McCarten
- Cast:
- Rami MalekBen HardyGwilym LeeJoseph MazzelloAidan GillenTom HollanderLucy BoyntonMike Myers
Reviews & comments
Flicks, Adam Fresco
flicksFreddie Mercury’s amazing voice and showmanship lifted Brit band Queen above pretentious pomp-rock, as with Rami Malek’s bravura central performance here as the larger-than-life lead singer with operatic aspirations, a defiantly sexual persona with rock god egomania turned way up to eleven.
Flicks, Luke Buckmaster
flicksWhy is Bryan Singer’s biopic about Queen frontman Freddie Mercury called Bohemian Rhapsody? If the answer is simply that this is the name of a smash-hit song, then the very core of the director's famously troubled production is an ethos as deep as a bumper sticker. Slap a couple of well-known words on the poster to attract some eyeballs, and who cares if the title makes sense?
A Crime To Not Watch This In Cinemas
Watching this in a cinema is the closest some of us will get to the real Live Aid. To watch Malek's extraordinary performance on anything other than a huge screen wouldn't do this film justice. BR just gets better with repeat viewings and will instill a newfound love for Queen songs - leaving cinema-goers firing up Spotify as credits roll.
Variety
pressWith a performance as commanding as Rami Malek's at its centre, why isn't Bohemian Rhapsody a better movie?
Time Out
pressThe energy of Malek's imitation helps to bind what amounts to a series of gossipy but harmless rock-world anecdotes into something vaguely coherent.
The Times
pressBohemian Rhapsody, an eight-year abomination in the making...cannot claim to have achieved even wiki-movie status.
The Guardian
pressA bolder film might have explored the relationship between Mercury's hedonism, his mostly closeted sexuality and his on and off-stage personas in a more nuanced way.
Stuff
pressBohemian Rhapsody is an often irritating and occasionally unforgivable film. It is also one hell of a good night out. Go see it.
Screen Daily
pressAppropriately for a group known for its theatrical, crowd-pleasing tunes, this biopic carries itself lightly, serving up familiar plot points with panache and a sense of humour.
New Zealand Herald
pressIf you're after a stirring account of Queen's musical life, then this one is for you. However, if you're after an authentic retelling of Mercury's off-stage life, you'll be let down.
Newshub
pressRami Malek is convincing enough under pressure to play Mercury well, and as the Hollywood version of the story of Queen, I enjoy it quite a bit.
FilmInk
press...it is not necessary to like Queen's music in order to find this film watchable and mildly enjoyable.
Empire Magazine
pressThe film has a secret weapon: Rami Malek. As Mercury he is spectacular.
Flicks, Adam Fresco
flicksFreddie Mercury’s amazing voice and showmanship lifted Brit band Queen above pretentious pomp-rock, as with Rami Malek’s bravura central performance here as the larger-than-life lead singer with operatic aspirations, a defiantly sexual persona with rock god egomania turned way up to eleven.
Flicks, Luke Buckmaster
flicksWhy is Bryan Singer’s biopic about Queen frontman Freddie Mercury called Bohemian Rhapsody? If the answer is simply that this is the name of a smash-hit song, then the very core of the director's famously troubled production is an ethos as deep as a bumper sticker. Slap a couple of well-known words on the poster to attract some eyeballs, and who cares if the title makes sense?
Variety
pressWith a performance as commanding as Rami Malek's at its centre, why isn't Bohemian Rhapsody a better movie?
Time Out
pressThe energy of Malek's imitation helps to bind what amounts to a series of gossipy but harmless rock-world anecdotes into something vaguely coherent.
The Times
pressBohemian Rhapsody, an eight-year abomination in the making...cannot claim to have achieved even wiki-movie status.
The Guardian
pressA bolder film might have explored the relationship between Mercury's hedonism, his mostly closeted sexuality and his on and off-stage personas in a more nuanced way.
Stuff
pressBohemian Rhapsody is an often irritating and occasionally unforgivable film. It is also one hell of a good night out. Go see it.
Screen Daily
pressAppropriately for a group known for its theatrical, crowd-pleasing tunes, this biopic carries itself lightly, serving up familiar plot points with panache and a sense of humour.
New Zealand Herald
pressIf you're after a stirring account of Queen's musical life, then this one is for you. However, if you're after an authentic retelling of Mercury's off-stage life, you'll be let down.
Newshub
pressRami Malek is convincing enough under pressure to play Mercury well, and as the Hollywood version of the story of Queen, I enjoy it quite a bit.
FilmInk
press...it is not necessary to like Queen's music in order to find this film watchable and mildly enjoyable.
Empire Magazine
pressThe film has a secret weapon: Rami Malek. As Mercury he is spectacular.
A Crime To Not Watch This In Cinemas
Watching this in a cinema is the closest some of us will get to the real Live Aid. To watch Malek's extraordinary performance on anything other than a huge screen wouldn't do this film justice. BR just gets better with repeat viewings and will instill a newfound love for Queen songs - leaving cinema-goers firing up Spotify as credits roll.
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