Bohemian Rhapsody (film) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Bohemian Rhapsody |
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U.S. theatrical release poster
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| Directed by | Bryan Singer |
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| Screenplay by | Anthony McCarten |
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| Music by | John Ottman |
| Cinematography | Newton Thomas Sigel |
| Editing by | John Ottman |
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| Distributed by | 20th Century Fox |
| Release date(s) | 23 October 2018 (Wembley Arena) 24 October 2018 (United Kingdom) 2 November 2018 (United States) |
| Running time | 134 minutes |
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| Language | English |
| Budget | $50–55 million |
| Money made | $903.7 million |
Bohemian Rhapsody is a popular 2018 biographical film. It tells the story of Freddie Mercury, the famous lead singer of the British rock band Queen. The movie shows his life from when the band first started. It leads up to their amazing performance at the Live Aid concert in 1985. This concert took place at the original Wembley Stadium.
The film was directed by Bryan Singer. Anthony McCarten wrote the screenplay. Graham King and Queen's manager, Jim Beach, produced the movie. Rami Malek plays Freddie Mercury. Other actors include Lucy Boynton, Gwilym Lee, Ben Hardy, and Joe Mazzello. Members of Queen, Brian May and Roger Taylor, helped as consultants for the film.
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About the Film: Bohemian Rhapsody
The movie Bohemian Rhapsody is a special type of film called a biographical drama. This means it tells the true story of a real person's life. In this case, it focuses on the journey of Freddie Mercury and the band Queen. The film was made by companies like 20th Century Fox and Queen Films. It was released in 2018.
Who is Freddie Mercury?
Freddie Mercury was an incredibly talented singer and songwriter. He was known for his powerful voice and exciting stage performances. He was the lead singer of the rock band Queen. The movie shows how he became one of the most famous musicians in history.
The Band Queen
Queen is a legendary British rock band. It was formed in 1970. The band members were Freddie Mercury (vocals, piano), Brian May (guitar), Roger Taylor (drums), and John Deacon (bass). They created many hit songs. The film shows how the band came together and grew.
The Live Aid Concert
One of the most important parts of the movie is the recreation of Queen's performance at Live Aid. This was a huge charity concert held in 1985. It aimed to raise money for famine relief in Africa. Queen's performance at Live Aid is often called one of the greatest live rock performances ever. The movie ends with this powerful moment.
Meet the Cast
The actors in Bohemian Rhapsody worked hard to bring the characters to life.
Playing Freddie Mercury
Rami Malek took on the big role of Freddie Mercury. He studied Freddie's movements and voice to make his performance very real. His acting earned him many awards.
The Other Band Members
- Gwilym Lee played Brian May, Queen's guitarist.
- Ben Hardy played Roger Taylor, the drummer.
- Joe Mazzello played John Deacon, the bass player.
These actors learned to play their instruments for the film. They wanted to look and sound like the real band members.
Film Success and Impact
Bohemian Rhapsody was a huge success around the world. It was made with a budget of about $50–55 million. The movie earned over $903 million globally. This made it one of the highest-grossing biographical films ever. The film also won several awards. It helped introduce Queen's music to a new generation of fans.
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(Left to right) Joe Mazzello, Rami Malek, and Gwilym Lee promoting the film in 2018.
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Dexter Fletcher stepped in as replacement after Bryan Singer's firing.
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Mural to promote the film on the side of Mercury's former art college in west London
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In Spanish: Bohemian Rhapsody (película) para niños
