The trailers for the rock biopic BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY have been nothing short of electric, making the flick one of the most anticipated movies of the fall. Factor in what looks like a sensational performance by Rami Malek as Freddie Mercury and you have something that could also break into the Oscar race as well. Well, if you’re curious to read what people think about the movie then today is your lucky day, as several critics and journalists got to see the movie and share their thoughts on social media.
So far, there seems to be a pretty general consensus about the movie, and it’s that Malek is indeed a triumph as the rock god Mercury, and he could be a shoo-in for a ton of Best Actor awards. However, the rest of the movie may not receive as much praise. Though the reactions don’t rip the movie apart some do say it’s your average, run-of-the-mill biopic. But some critics found the whole movie fantastic, citing engaging concert scenes and, of course, Malek’s tour-de-force work.
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Check out some of the reactions below.
Bohemian Rhapsody is a straight-on biopic with plenty of Queen music and a strong performance by Rami Malek. It will get mixed reviews. It might play with audiences.
— Anne Thompson (@akstanwyck) October 7, 2018
My biggest takeaway from BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY is how much the rest of Queen resents Freddie Mercury. But Rami Malek is outstanding. Also, the fact Mike Myers is in this movie is genius and insane.
— Mike Ryan (@mikeryan) October 8, 2018
Absolutely beyond blown away by #BohemianRhapsody! Rami Malek is phenomenal. Gorgeous story, amazing concert movie…I don’t have enough words! pic.twitter.com/2lFZCX2O6d
— Jenna Busch (@JennaBusch) October 7, 2018
BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY: That Live Aid performance gave me chills. The rest of the movie…
— erickohn (@erickohn) October 8, 2018
just did a double feature of A STAR IS BORN and BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY and yeeeeesh that contrast didn’t do the latter any favors. Rami Malek sure nails that imitation, tho.
— david ehrlich (@davidehrlich) October 8, 2018
HOLY HELL!! #BohemianRhapsody is ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC!! A rousing emotional cinematic champion that will rock you! #RamiMalek is magnificent! It’s great FUN & it will ROCK YOU!! #AStarIsBorn, you’ve been served!! #Queen #FreddieMercury #Galileo pic.twitter.com/grykKkGjoE
— The WolfMantz (@MovieMantz) October 7, 2018
BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY is a glorified Wikipedia entry but Rami Malek plays Freddie Mercury (and wears his wonderful costumes) with incredible gusto
— Kyle Buchanan (@kylebuchanan) October 7, 2018
How do you turn an ok movie into a good one? Five words: Rami Malek as Freddie Mercury. #BohemianRhapsody
— Mara Reinstein (@MaraReinstein) October 8, 2018
Got to see #BohemianRhapsody last night. @ItsRamiMalek is absolutely amazing in it. The voice, the physicality… he's so so good!
— Adam Hann-Byrd (@BigManTate) October 7, 2018
There’s nothing wrong with a solid biopic, and it seems that with Malek in the lead role there’s room for this one to be an above-average entry. The movie comes out next month and it will probably do quite well at the box office, especially as alternate content for those not seeking animated movies or wizarding adventures.
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BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY arrives November 2.
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