film criticism by maryann johanson | celebrating 25 years: 1997–2022
Rami Malek brings warmth, humor, and a down-to-earth humanity to the larger-than-life Freddie Mercury. But it is the power of Queen’s music — the rousing good cheer, its sheer rock ’n’ roll joy — that fills up this pure brash entertainment.
Mom! He’s still on my side of the museum! 1. Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian: £2.1 million (2nd week; drops 51%) 2. Drag Me to Hell: £1.9 million (NEW) 3. Angels & Demons: £1 million (3rd week; drops 57%) 4. Star Trek: £.87 million (4th week; drops 47%) 5. 12 Rounds: £.33 … more…
