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Bohemian Rhapsody is an enthralling celebration of Queen, their music, and their extraordinary lead singer Freddie Mercury, who defied stereotypes and convention to become one of history’s most beloved entertainers. Following Queen’s meteoric rise, their revolutionary sound and Freddie’s solo career, the film also chronicles the band’s reunion, and one of the greatest performances in rock history.
Bohemian Rhapsody received widespread acclaim, winning four awards at the 91st Academy Awards®, including Best Actor for Rami Malek. Additionally won Best Motion Picture – Drama at the 76th Golden Globe Awards®. The film set a milestone by becoming the highest-grossing musical biopic of all time worldwide, surpassing Straight Outta Compton. Furthermore, it went on to break records as one of the highest-grossing biographical films in box office history.
Coral Gables Art Cinema is excited to present a 4-film tribute to Freddie Mercury on what would have been his 79th birthday, celebrating his legacy through his band Queen and their significant contributions to film. Our selection includes the Academy Award®-winning film Bohemian Rhapsody, a biopic that was in development for 10 years and celebrates Queen's music and legacy, introducing new fans to the band's music and history; Highlander, presented in a stunning 35mm print. This cult classic gained part of its status thanks to Queen's music. Director Russell Mulcahy originally wanted a theme song for the film, but the band was so impressed with a 20-minute footage of the film that they provided the entire soundtrack; Flash Gordon, which became Queen's first attempt at providing a film soundtrack and evolved into a cult classic; Wayne's World, remembered in Queen's history as their revival in the U.S. Mike Myers' insistence on featuring "Bohemian Rhapsody" in the car scene reintroduced the band to a new generation of Americans after Freddie Mercury's death in 1991.
This collection not only highlights Queen's collaborations in film but also invites audiences to embark on a captivating journey through cult classics and the heart of Queen's versatile artistry.