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407 Biopic Films About Musical Artists

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  1. 401Giuseppe VerdiMovie · 1953 · 114mGiuseppe Verdi's life and loves unfold against the backdrop of 19th-century opera. This is a heartfelt story of his successful yet challenging life, featuring over 20 excerpts from his most celebrated operas.Stream onIMDb 6.4TMDB 6.5
  2. 402Edith and MarcelMovie · 1983This musical drama tells the story of Edith Piaf, the famous French singer, and Marcel Cerdan, the world middleweight boxing champion, whose life was cut short in a plane crash. Their passionate but difficult love story is intertwined with the romance of a French prisoner of war and his pen pal. They fall in love through letters, eventually becoming engaged after four years of correspondence despite never meeting. Piaf's poignant songs provide a backdrop to both couples' experiences.Stream onIMDb 5.9TMDB 5.7
  3. 403Palestrina - Princeps musicaeMovie · 2009 · 52mThis film chronicles the life of Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, the celebrated Italian Renaissance composer renowned for his sacred music and as the most prominent composer of the Roman School during the 16th century.IMDb 7.0
  4. 404MuslumMovie · 2018 · 136m · Drama, MusicThis is a biopic about Müslüm Gürses, the celebrated Turkish singer. Born into poverty, Gürses found solace and purpose in music, channeling lifelong grief stemming from early trauma. He rebuilt his life from setbacks, becoming a deeply influential figure. His sorrowful songs resonated with audiences, earning him a devoted following who affectionately called him "Baba" – The Father.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.2
  5. 405You Are GodMovie · 2012 · 110m · Drama, Music, HistoryThis film follows Magik, Fokus, and Rahim – three friends who rise to prominence in the late 1990s music scene. Based on a true story, it details their persistent fight for success with their band, Paktofonika, set against the backdrop of changing values in 1990s Silesia.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.4
  6. 406BoldenMovie · 2019 · 108mThis is a story about Buddy Bolden, widely considered the first great cornet player of New Orleans. It follows his life, exploring his impact on the city's music scene.Stream onIMDb 5.6TMDB 4.2