Much Better Than I Expected

Rating: 9/10 (20 January 2019)

I ignore critics before seeing a film, knowing they often get it wrong. But I went to see this film thinking it was mostly going to show the excessive lifestyle of Queen members. Rather, Bohemian Rahapsody shows us the life of Farrokh Bulsara an immigrant from Zanzibar. Say what? That's our beloved Freddy Mercury alright. Son of immigrants, growing up in the UK. What a treat to see Freddy's personal life.
Bohemian Rhapsody is done in a most human, emotional, respectful way. We see the rise and greatness of Queen, the only band in history where each member created a number one hit. But we also see how the band members had such amazing respect for one another, that they could let each other take turns in shining. Long live Queen.
I've been a Rami Malek fan for a while but he really knocked it out of the park on his loving portrayal of Freddy. Was beautiful to see that long sweet friendship with Mary Austin.
Just like critics were wrong about the band as they belted out hit after hit, the critics are wrong about this film. Fans know the truth, this film is worthy of the greatness that is Queen. Just beautifully done.