LOS ANGELES—The upcoming Michael Jackson biopic, ‘Michael,’ is reportedly on track to surpass ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ as the highest-grossing music biopic worldwide. This projected dominance comes as ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ continues its impressive box office run. The race highlights a peculiar trend in the music biopic industry. Many are calling it a victory for biographical filmmaking. Others are simply confused why ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ is still playing in theaters.
A Tale of Two Biopics
Sources close to the production of ‘Michael’ expressed cautious optimism. “We always knew Michael Jackson’s story had global appeal,” stated head of marketing Bartholomew “Barty” Higgins. “But we never anticipated ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ would make it this easy for us. It’s like they’re holding the door open.” The film is expected to gross over $900 million globally, a figure that would place it firmly above ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’s current total. However, ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ itself has seen a resurgence in ticket sales. It is now the highest-grossing music biopic in history, a title it seems reluctant to relinquish. Industry analysts suggest this is due to audiences wanting to compare the two films.
The ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ Phenomenon
The continued success of ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ has baffled many. Its original theatrical run concluded years ago. Yet, it consistently reappears on box office charts. “It’s a self-sustaining ecosystem,” explained Dr. Penelope Quibble, Professor of Cinematic Economics at the University of Southern California. “People see ‘Bohemian Rhapsody,’ then they want to see ‘Michael,’ then they want to see ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ again. It’s a marketing feedback loop, or perhaps a glitch in the matrix. We are still examining the data.” The film has been re-released multiple times. It has also benefited from sing-along screenings. This has helped maintain its presence. The enduring appeal of Queen’s music is undeniable. Yet, the sheer longevity of ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ at the box office remains a curious case. For more on the economics of movie success, visit Box Office Mojo.
At press time, ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ was reportedly being re-released again, this time as a double feature with itself.
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