Bohemian Rhapsody wasn't released very long ago, but if the audience's response to the film is any indication, it's safe to say that the movie will go down in the history books as one of the best musical biopics ever made. It follows both the stories of Freddie Mercury the man and Queen the band, and it's a nostalgic retrospective on one of the most famous rockers in history combined with a glimpse into the trials and tribulations of Queen.

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There are a lot of reasons why Queen's smash-hit biopic Bohemian Rhapsody is such an entertaining and memorable movie, but a big part of what makes it such a fun watch is how endlessly quotable it is. Whether it's trying to make viewers laugh or cry, Bohemian Rhapsody has a lot of unforgettable lines.

Updated December 23, 2021 by Hilary Elizabeth: Any film that tried to adopt someone as singular as Freddie Mercury to the silver screen was going to have their work cut out for them, but the writers of Bohemian Rhapsody's screenplay managed to capture Mercury's wit while giving the film a great, soulful heart and many inspirational quotes.

A Little Pain Relief

"The human condition requires a bit of anesthesia."

Freddie Mercury (played brilliantly by Rami Malek) might have been one of the most energetic and lively entertainers in history, but he was also unfortunately quite well known for his drug abuse. When trying to explain away his self-destructive behaviors, he notes that simply existing is difficult enough to justify dulling the senses.

Freddie obviously had his ups and downs throughout life, but this comment actually offers a pointed but heartbreaking insight into the way that the Queen singer may have felt when he was hitting life's lows.

A Familial Bond

"We're family. We believe in each other. That's everything."

Queen in an office in Bohemian Rhapsody

Throughout the course of both the film and Queen's real-life career, something that definitely stuck out about their band dynamic was their intense sense of unity. Obviously, at certain points through the movie, the group seems like it may be on the brink of collapse, but ultimately their bond crossed the boundary of simple bandmates.

Once musicians achieve the kind of success that Queen did, it's not that unusual for them to completely fall apart, but what seemed to sustain Queen was that they had a connection with each other that made them feel like a real family.

An Empty Threat

"Mark these words: No one will play Queen."

Freddie Mercury in Bohemian Rhapsody

In all fairness to the executives who worked in the music industry in the 70s, it's hard to take a chance on a band that is essentially doing something that hasn't really ever been done before. While it's artistically disappointing, it does make a lot of business sense to keep on selling what they already know listeners will buy.

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However, the lack of faith in Queen's ability to perform as a band was outrageously incorrect. It's hard for people to understand something they've never really seen before, but Queen's strength was their ability to break new musical ground.

Destiny Fulfilled

"I couldn't sing off-key if I tried. I am exactly the person I was always meant to be. I'm not afraid of anything."

Bohemian Rhapsody Rami Malek (Freddie Mercury)

There is a lot to be said for developing skills and learning how to be the best at a particular craft, but it's hard to deny that talent is something that someone just has or they don't.

When it comes to being a naturally talented singer and performer, Freddie Mercury basically hit the jackpot. His singing ability is unlike anything that has ever been seen in a rock band before or since Queen, but his charisma, unique personality, and ability to engage with an audience are what really made him such a legend.

Gone Too Soon

"They just need a bit of time.

What if I don't have time?"

Freddie Mercury and Brian May in Bohemian Rhapsody

The old saying goes, "only the good die young," but Freddie's untimely demise really lives up to that adage.

It's heartbreaking to know that one of the best singers of all time died so early because of a disease that was unknown at the time but ultimately became a manageable illness, and Mercury's realization that he was essentially helpless against an epidemic that so brutally killed so many people must have been very difficult for him to swallow.

Learned Ideals

"Good thoughts, good words, good deeds. Just like you taught me, papa."

Freddie Mercury and his dad in Bohemian Rhapsody

Freddie Mercury may be one of the thousands of famous rockers who loved living a rock-and-roll lifestyle, but a lot of the more moving moments in Bohemian Rhapsody were the scenes in which Freddie was showing the real him beneath all of the glitz and glamour.

It's clear that his relationship with his parents wasn't always the easiest, but it was sweet to see Freddie tap into his inner Farrokh Bulsara and show his father that no matter how much his life had changed or how much he accomplished, he never forgot where and who he came from.

Always The Attention-Getter

"I've got to make an impression, darling!"

Freddie Mercury theatrically performing onstage with Queen in Bohemian Rhapsody

Freddie Mercury may have been many things, but shy was not one of them. Despite the fact that it earned some (probably justified) jibes from his bandmates, Freddie played the part of the superstar long before he became one.

Whether it was through his stage performance, quick wit, or quirky fashion, Freddie was always willing to do what most people would be too afraid to do, and he actually had the confidence and gumption to back it up.

Judgments From Across The Pond

"It's America. They're Puritans in public, perverts in private."

Queen performing in a rehearsal space in Bohemian Rhapsody

Cultural attitudes in the United States have changed pretty dramatically in the past few decades, but honestly, Freddie's assessment was pretty on point.

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But in all fairness to Americans in the 1970s, one of the bigger reasons why the music video for Queen's smash hit single "I Want to Break Free" got such a negative reaction in the US is because the video was a parody of a UK soap opera (Coronation Street), which was very famous within their own country but completely unknown in America.

Maybe That's Why He Chose The Name Mercury

"I'm going to be what I was born to be: a performer that gives the people what they want: a touch of the heavens!"

Freddie Mercury singing in Bohemian Rhapsody

Many performers and entertainers have said that they felt like they were destined for fame and stardom, but few of them have the universal acclaim or raw talent that Freddie and the rest of Queen had.

There's a reason why they're one of the most beloved and memorable rock bands in history, and that is largely because the art that they offered up to the world was truly unique, spectacular, and as Freddie might say, heavenly.

An Intentionally Ironic Cameo

"Well, that's the kind of songs teenagers can crank up the volume in their car and bang their heads to. 'Bohemian Rhapsody' will never be that song."

Mike Mayers plays a label executive in Bohemian Rhapsody

Queen may be an iconic, incredibly famous, and well-known band to the people who were born in the era when they hit it big. But it seems safe to say that a pretty significant number of younger people first became familiarized with Queen because of their extremely memorable role in Wayne's World.

Clearly, Bohemian Rhapsody wanted to pay homage to that when they cast Mike Myers as a music executive who has no faith in Queen's ability to perform. If that cameo wasn't on the nose enough, Myers' brief dialogue included a pretty direct reference to the future Wayne and Garth headbanging to "Bohemian Rhapsody."

In This Band, Everyone's Equal

"I'm not the leader of Queen, I'm only the lead singer."

Freddie Mercury singing in Bohemian Rhapsody

Bohemian Rhapsody took a lot of creative liberties when it came to telling the story of Freddie Mercury and Queen, but this particular quote from the film is something that came straight from the horse's mouth. Freddie was often lauded as the leader of Queen, but he was always quick to remind people that being the lead singer of the band doesn't make him the leader of the band.

It just goes to show how much they all valued each other as equals, and it was a lovely nod to the real Freddie Mercury's attitude towards questions about his position within the band.

Freddie's Valid Retort

"I pity your wife if you think six minutes is forever."

A woman with her hands on Freddie Mercury's shoulders in Bohemian Rhapsody

Movie viewers have to wonder if the real Freddie Mercury was even half as witty as he's portrayed to be in Bohemian Rhapsody, but it seems obvious in his interview footage that he at least has enough sass to shut nearly anyone up.

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Queen were definitely trailblazers as musicians, so it's no surprise that the record executives who were handed "Bohemian Rhapsody" were so suspicious about its ability to perform well on radio. Not only was the structure of the song incredibly unusual, but it was also around six minutes long — quite a stretch for a music single.

Everyone Knows Who The Queen Is

"Roger, there's only room in this band for one hysterical queen."

 Freddie Mercury meets Queen in Bohemian Rhapsody

If a band is literally called Queen, then surely everyone in the band is entitled to a little queenly behavior now and then? Besides, if Freddie was serious about not being the leader of the band, then he can't just claim the royal title for himself alone.

Recording an album is stressful under any circumstances, but when Queen was recording their epic album A Night at the Opera, it's more than understandable that they got a little wound up, and Freddie's quip seems to summarize just how trying it was to finish this legendary record.

Unforgettable

"You're a legend, Fred.

You're bloody right I am! We're all legends."

queen - bohemian rhapsody

Structuring a film narrative around a true story is always a difficult task, and finding a way to communicate the overall themes of someone's real-life biography is tough too.

But Bohemian Rhapsody seemed to get a bit meta-analytical with this particular quote, as it both perfectly captures Freddie Mercury's outlook on life and accurately predicts the permanent musical icon that he would become, even if he tragically died before fully seeing what his legacy would grow into.

The Outsiders Take Center Stage

"We're playing for the other misfits. They're the outcasts, right at the back of the room. We're pretty sure they don't belong either. We belong to them."

Bohemian Rhapsody Rami Malek and Freddie Mercury

Queen was never a band like The Beatles or The Rolling Stones, and although they were successful (and still are), it's hard to pinpoint exactly what set them apart from the pack. Obviously, their talent as musicians is undeniable, and their unique and creative style made them feel unlike anything that had been done before.

This particular quote from Bohemian Rhapsody pretty perfectly sums up their enduring appeal. Queen was a band of misfits who were creating entertainment for the other misfits. They related to the people in the crowd who were never center stage, and tried to make them feel like stars.

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