There are plenty of personalities who were entitled to their own biographical film. Singers, athletes, painters or fashion designers, Hollywood likes to look at the careers of these celebrities who marked their era.
If you need inspiration, hang on: here’s our pick of the 10 best biopics of all time. Good news, there is something for everyone.
Bohemian Rhapsody (2018)
A real monument, do we still have to present Queen? The British rock group has had a string of successes and marked several generations. Led by Freddie Mercury, the group is a must. No wonder, then, that Bryan Singer (Usual Suspects) wanted to devote a film to these music icons.
Ainsi, en 2018, Rami Malek (Mister Robot) slips into the skin of Freddie Mercury in Bohemian Rhapsody. The feature film looks back on Queen’s journey, from her training in the 1970s to her masterful appearance at the Live Aid concert in 1985. Very quickly, success was at the rendezvous for this musical biographical film. He also won several Oscars, including Best Actor for Rami Malek.
To see or review Bohemian Rhapsody, you will have to rent or buy the feature film. It is possible on CANAL+ or Prime Video.
Me, Tonya (2017)
In 2018, Margot Robbie demonstrates (once again) that she really knows how to play. Indeed, the actress embodies Tonya Harding in her biographical film entitled Me Tonya. A talented American skater, the latter is suspected of having planned and executed the attack on the promising Nancy Kerrigan in 1994. Me Tonya looks back at Tonya Harding’s debut on the ice, her childhood under pressure, her violent marriage and her qualification for the 1994 Winter Olympics.
If Margot Robbieb shines in the role of Tonya Harding, Allison Janney is also acclaimed in her role as the mother of the skater. She leaves, in particular, with several awards for this second role. Me Tonya is available for rental and purchase on Prime Video or CANAL+.
Yves Saint Laurent (2014)
In 2014, Pierre Niney burst onto the screen by donning the Yves Saint Laurent suit. The biopic invites us to learn more about one of the greatest French couturiers. His beginnings at Dior, his meeting with Pierre Bergé who would change everything, the creation of the Yves Saint Laurent house and his many successes up to the “Ballets Russes” collection in 1976… Thanks to Jalil Lespert (Versailles), the couturier no longer holds any secrets for us.
To top it all, Yves Saint Laurent allows Pierre Niney to leave with a César. The actor embodies the couturier with disturbing precision. The feature film is to be discovered on CANAL+.
Elvis (2022)
Last year, Baz Luhrmann (red Mill ; Gatsby the magnificent) devotes a feature film to Elvis Presley. This is Austin Butler (Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood) who lands the main role and the transformation is stunning. From his rise to his unparalleled star status, Elvis takes us to meet the one we nicknamed “The King”. We learn more about one of the most influential singers through the prism of his complex relationship with his manager, Colonel Tom Parker. Finally, what do we know about Elvis Presley?
The biographical film seduces the spectators and the press. So much so that he earns eight Oscar nominations as well as the title of best actor for Austin Butler at the Golden Globes. Elvis is currently available on CANAL+.
The Kid (2007)
“No, nothing at all… No, I don’t regret anything”. Edith Piaf, everyone knows her. The one we nicknamed the Môme Piaf made an impression with her striking voice and her intriguing life course. It is his incredible destiny that pushes the filmmaker Oliver Dahan to make his biopic, The kidin 2007. Very quickly, the success exceeded the borders of France and was exported internationally.
To embody the singer, he relies on Marion Cotillard. The role fits him like a glove, so it’s The kid which opens the doors of Hollywood to him. Indeed, she returns home with a shower of awards, including the prestigious Oscar, César and Golden Globes for Best Actress. The kid is available for purchase or rental on CANAL+ and Prime Video.
A King’s Speech (2010)
When you’re king of England, having a stuttering problem is frowned upon. However, this is really what King George VI, father of the late Elizabeth II and grandfather of the current King of England, experienced. While he was never destined to ascend the throne, he became King George VI for fifteen years after the abdication of his older brother.
For a long time, George VI struggled with his stutter to be able to speak easily to the British people. After a catastrophic speech, the king consults speech therapist Lion Logue with unconventional methods.
Worn by Colin Firth, Geoffrey Rush and Helena Bonham Carter, The speech of a king upset more than one spectator. The film is available on Netflix, for your viewing pleasure. To see and see again without moderation.
Ray (2004)
In Ray, Jamie Foxx delivers one of his best performances. The actor embodies the unforgettable Ray Charles, a major figure in Afro-American music, considered one of the best singers and pianists of the 20th century. The feature film takes us on the origins of the pioneer of rhythm’n’blues and soul music. Because before the legend, there was Ray. Quite simply.
Moving, Ray wins its share of awards. Jamie Foxx also won the Oscar for best actor in 2005. The biopic is available for purchase or rental on Prime Video and CANAL+.
The Social Network (2010)
Mark Zuckerberg, does this name ring a bell? In 2010, David Fincher took an interest in the creation of the social network of the moment: Facebook. Direction the beginning of the 2000s in which we meet a young Mark Zuckerberg with multiple computer talents. The paternity of the social network is unclear, some claim their share of the cake. It’s all about The Social Network. Jesse Eisenberg is perfect in his role but he is not alone: Justin Timberlake and Andrew Garfield are also in the game.
The Social Network met with enormous commercial success in cinemas around the world as soon as it was released. The popularity of the film does not weaken, it wins several awards to establish its success. The film that traces the birth of Facebook is to be discovered on Netflix.
Amadeus (1984)
With 8 Oscars on the clock, there’s no denying the importance ofAmadeus, the film devoted to this dear Mozart released in 1984. For many, Milos Forman offered a true masterpiece to the spectators. IMDB even includes it in its selection of the 100 greatest movies of all time. Available for purchase or rental on Prime Video and CANAL+, Amadeus is a nugget to see absolutely at least once in your life.
Rocketman (2019)
Behind Elton John hides Reginald Dwight. In Rocketmantitle inspired by one of the songs of the singer, Dexter Fletcher invites us to discover more about the eventful life of the superstar, from his beginnings to his international consecration.
Taron Egerton (The King’s man) is absolutely convincing in the role of this big name in music. Sure, you’ll want to sing along throughout the movie. Rocketmanthe mind-blowing biopic about Elton John, is on Prime Video now.
Bonus : Tick, tick… Boom ! (2021)
Have you ever heard of Jonathan Larson? If not, that’s too bad because he’s a true Broadway legend who received three Tony Awards as well as the posthumous Pultizer Prize for Dramatic Work. In the 90s, Jonathan Larson tells us about his failure in an autobiographical musical entitled Tick, tick… Boom ! . And it is the latter that inspires Lin-Manuel Miranda in 2021.
In Tick, tick… Boom !, Andrew Garfield surprises us with his moving interpretation of Jonathan Larson. A real blow to the heart and happiness for the ears, this biographical musical is a marvel. Available on Netflix, it is a must see.
