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Awix (3310 KP) rated Bohemian Rhapsody (2018) in Movies
Oct 24, 2018 (Updated Oct 24, 2018)
Unimaginatively-titled, probably-inevitable Queen movie doesn't really take many risks in telling the remarkable story of Farrokh Bulsara, a gay Asian baggage-handler at Heathrow Airport who reinvents himself as the supremely charismatic frontman of one of the most enduringly popular rock bands in history. Very much the family-friendly Hollywood version of the band's story, hitting all the beats you'd expect and soft-pedalling some of the excesses of Freddie Mercury's lifestyle.
That said, assuming you're okay with the fact that this is a rather fictionalised retelling of the tale (history is quietly rewritten throughout), there is a huge amount here to enjoy: the band are well-cast, it's not afraid of the odd Spinal Tap moment, and obviously the music is tremendous (assuming you're a Queen fan, and if you're not why would you be watching a Queen movie?). It's also unexpectedly moving in places, particularly in the closing stages. Not perfect by any means, but still a really good piece of entertainment.
That said, assuming you're okay with the fact that this is a rather fictionalised retelling of the tale (history is quietly rewritten throughout), there is a huge amount here to enjoy: the band are well-cast, it's not afraid of the odd Spinal Tap moment, and obviously the music is tremendous (assuming you're a Queen fan, and if you're not why would you be watching a Queen movie?). It's also unexpectedly moving in places, particularly in the closing stages. Not perfect by any means, but still a really good piece of entertainment.
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ScoobyGoo (155 KP) rated Greatest Hits, Vols. 1 & 2 by Queen in Music
Aug 19, 2017
For me, this is the very best of Queen and the stuff that I think will always stand the test of time. (1 more)
It showcases the very best, most singable, iconic tracks IMO.
Don't stop me now, I'm having such a good time......listening to this ;-)
Bohan Reviews (215 KP) rated Fighting with My Family (2019) in Movies
May 7, 2019
Nik Frost is hilarious as always and Lena Headey is surprisingly funny considering her most recognizable role from the last eight years is a tyrannical, bloodthirsty queen.
Full Review:
https://www.bohanreviews.com/post/fighting-with-my-family
Full Review:
https://www.bohanreviews.com/post/fighting-with-my-family





