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Aug 2, 2023
Elvis TV movie by John Carpenter stars Kurt Russell in a grounded biopic. Baz Luhrmann's bombastic version features Tom Hanks as Colonel Tom Parker. Austin Butler's standout performance shines!
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Walk The Line focuses on Johnny Cash's early years. Joaquin Phoenix delivers a towering performance as Cash, Reese Witherspoon shines as June Carter. Harrowing portrayal of drug addiction. Hoping for a biopic on Cash's later life, but this one satisfies.
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Ray - director Taylor Hackford's 15-year effort paid off with Jamie Foxx's Oscar-winning portrayal of Ray Charles. A box office hit, grossing $120m. Bittersweet as Charles passed before premiere, but he'd have loved this stunning film.
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Straight Outta Compton is a powerful, officially sanctioned biopic about NWA. Brilliant performances, especially by O'Shea Jackson Jr as Ice Cube and Corey Hawkins as Dr. Dre. Iconic soundtrack with Dre's involvement.
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Rocketman surpasses Bohemian Rhapsody with an honest portrayal of Elton John's excesses. Taron Egerton shines as Elton, offering flamboyance and frailty. Surprising moments in this surreal, kaleidoscopic vision by director Dexter Fletcher.
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The Doors (1991) may have flaws, but Val Kilmer's remarkable performance as Jim Morrison makes it a must-watch. Oliver Stone's signature elements (politics, surrealism, the 60s) blend into a coherent depiction of the iconic band.
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Love & Mercy is a superb, underrated biopic on Brian Wilson. Paul Dano and John Cusack portray him in different timelines. The film delves into Pet Sounds' creation and Wilson's therapy in the '80s. Non-linear but fantastic!
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Great Balls Of Fire delves into Jerry Lee Lewis, the controversial rock and roll visionary. Dennis Quaid shines as Lewis, battling scandal and alcoholism. Lewis praised Quaid's portrayal despite disliking the movie. Goodness gracious: that’s a compliment.
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Amadeus - Milos Forman's grand music biopic portrays the fictional feud between Mozart and Salieri. Dazzling tale of jealousy, genius, and mental health toll. A grandiose and captivating depiction.
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What’s Love Got To Do With It - Controversial yet gripping film portraying Tina Turner's fighting spirit and talent. Angela Bassett shines as Tina, Laurence Fishburne impresses as Ike. Originally offered to Whitney Houston.
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