Selena ( 1997 ) Selena Quintanilla-Pérez , who is considered the ‘ Queen of Tejano ’, is played by none other than Jennifer Lopez , whose name is synonymous with Latin pop music . The movie was released just two years after her murder , which caused an uproar in the media . This movie cemented her legacy in popular culture with songs that she was able to capture the heart of the audience at the mere age of 23 . Though many critics felt that it was not a realistic depiction of her life , nevertheless , it was a feel-made movie to give a final goodbye to the singer .
La Vie en Rose ( 2007 ) This rose-tinted movie gave an up-and-personal look at one of the most popular French singers , Edith Piaf , whose sultry and mellifluous voice is still remembered to this day . The movie follows a non-linear pattern that ebbs and flows through her tragic yet spectacular life . Marion Cotillard plays the character so immaculately that she gets into her skin .
Ray ( 2004 ) Winning a Grammy for his stellar performance , Jamie Foxx played the late Ray Charles , whose smooth blues song made him a legend . He emulates the demeanour and uncanny looks of the blind pianist who could make the crowd move to his beats . The movie follows the singer ’ s days in a poverty-stricken home , from dependency on drugs to becoming a rhythm and blues mastermind .
Walk The Line ( 2005 ) Titled after the famous song of Johnny Cash , this movie is based on his two autobiographies and seamlessly blends his musical genius and personal life . The story is simple and is cinematically depicted , like each biopic , from a tough childhood to a music phenomenon that gets embroiled in drugs and alcohol . But what sets it apart is the energetic and beautiful love between Johnny and June Carter , which is masterfully played by the lead cast .
The Pianist ( 2002 ) Deviating from the story of global superstars , the Pianist follows the hardships of Polish- Jewish pianist and composer Władysław Szpilman , whose life is a testimony of resilience , patience and unbridled courage . From losing his whole family to the Holocaust , surviving the traumas of war , and emerging like a phoenix , he doesn ’ t give up his passion but showcases the essence of life to the audience with the help of his music .
Bohemian Rhapsody ( 2018 ) Freddie Mercury , the lead singer of Queen , is embodied by Rami Malek in this well-written movie . Giving a full rendezvous with the singer from his early London days to having sold-out shows everywhere in the world . He battled with ill health during his last days due to AIDS and was also in the limelight due to his flamboyant live performances . Named after his most famous song , the song still towers in the classic rock genre as one of the greatest .
Elvis ( 2022 ) Austin Butler saw overnight success with his portrayal of American legend Elvis Presley , which depicts his troubled relationship with his manager , Colonel Tom Parker . Directed by Baz Luhrmann , who is a master filmmaker , this colourful and joyous movie is a truly solid depiction of the personal and professional life of the singer .
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