19 Movies where we get to see the struggle of musicians

Modified Jan 28, 2025 16:52 ET

Movies of Struggling Musicians (Image via Prime Video, StudioCanal, 20th Century Studios, Universal Pictures)

14) Bohemian Rhapsody (2018)

Rami Malek as Freddie Mercury at Live AID Concert | Image via 20th Century Studios

In 2018's Bohemian Rhapsody, Rami Malek portrays Queen’s iconic lead vocalist Freddie Mercury. The film describes Mercury's turmoil with his identity, fame, and illness. Freddie wrestles with his sexuality, relationships, and ultimate AIDS diagnosis despite his phenomenal talent and success. Mercury's complex musical process illustrates the artist's struggles in an attempt to preserve his musical vision and legacy. It received four "Academy Awards" for Best Actor (Rami Malek), Best Film Editing, Best Sound Editing, and Best Sound Mixing.