It's clear that Brian Singer's latest film, Bohemian Rhapsody, has stirred a passion for musical and biographical films. The hundreds of thousands of viewers who have filled theaters for screenings will be asking themselves: "Is this film the start of a trend of films linked to the stories of bands and musicians?"
The truth is that the story of Freddie Mercury and his meteoric career won't be the only one we'll see in theaters this year. The most recent to hit theaters is Rocketman, an interesting offering that revisits the life and work of Elton John through the eyes of young British actor Taron Egerton.
We kick off the list with another of last year's favorites. The love story starring Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper is an outstanding film crowned by a superb soundtrack. So much so that the song "Shallow" won the Best Original Song category.
This dramatic film takes you to the limit thanks to JK Simmons' performance as the East Coast conservatory professor. A constant battle of percussion titans in the process of self-improvement of its protagonist, Miles Teller. One of those films that draws you into jazz music.
Director Damien Chazelle has a unique eye for jazz. The Whiplash director exudes love, style, and flair for the world surrounding Hollywood glamour in this musical film.
The story of how two veteran rappers, Dr. Dre and Ice Cube, joined forces with their group of friends to form the rap group NWA. From the Compton neighborhood, one of the most dangerous in Los Angeles, to revolutionizing American society in the 1980s.
This entertaining film takes you back to the rock music that was heard and experienced in Dublin in the 1980s. Directed by John Carney, author of Begin Again and Once.
Masterful performance by Joaquin Phoenix as Johnny Cash on his way to worldwide stardom.
Winner of the Oscar for Best Picture in 1985, it tells the story of the tension between Antonio Salieri, court composer in Vienna, and the young Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.
A frenetic adventure through the experiences of Joan Jett and Cherie Currie during the formation of the legendary band The Runaways. An ideal example of two of the most provocative personalities on the female music scene.
Biography of Eminem in which he recounts his toughest moments as a teenager in a Detroit neighborhood.
The story of Ian Curtis would shape the British music scene in the 1970s. The Joy Division frontman's lifelong desire to express himself through music, and this film details how it influenced his personal life.
The truth is that the story of Freddie Mercury and his meteoric career won't be the only one we'll see in theaters this year. The most recent to hit theaters is Rocketman, an interesting offering that revisits the life and work of Elton John through the eyes of young British actor Taron Egerton.
A star is born
We kick off the list with another of last year's favorites. The love story starring Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper is an outstanding film crowned by a superb soundtrack. So much so that the song "Shallow" won the Best Original Song category.
Whiplash
This dramatic film takes you to the limit thanks to JK Simmons' performance as the East Coast conservatory professor. A constant battle of percussion titans in the process of self-improvement of its protagonist, Miles Teller. One of those films that draws you into jazz music.
La La Land
Director Damien Chazelle has a unique eye for jazz. The Whiplash director exudes love, style, and flair for the world surrounding Hollywood glamour in this musical film.
Straight Outta Compton
The story of how two veteran rappers, Dr. Dre and Ice Cube, joined forces with their group of friends to form the rap group NWA. From the Compton neighborhood, one of the most dangerous in Los Angeles, to revolutionizing American society in the 1980s.
Sing Street
This entertaining film takes you back to the rock music that was heard and experienced in Dublin in the 1980s. Directed by John Carney, author of Begin Again and Once.
Walk the line
Masterful performance by Joaquin Phoenix as Johnny Cash on his way to worldwide stardom.
Amadeus
Winner of the Oscar for Best Picture in 1985, it tells the story of the tension between Antonio Salieri, court composer in Vienna, and the young Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.
The Runaways
A frenetic adventure through the experiences of Joan Jett and Cherie Currie during the formation of the legendary band The Runaways. An ideal example of two of the most provocative personalities on the female music scene.
8 Miles
Biography of Eminem in which he recounts his toughest moments as a teenager in a Detroit neighborhood.
Control
The story of Ian Curtis would shape the British music scene in the 1970s. The Joy Division frontman's lifelong desire to express himself through music, and this film details how it influenced his personal life.
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