Are you looking forward to getting inspired by real-life stories? Perhaps, it is time for you to watch some inspirational biopic movies that can tantalize your heart.
Movie lovers would know that biopic movies can be very inspirational without the need for fictional inputs. These movies are based on real people, and watching a movie about them makes us feel elevated with the feeling that humans are capable of anything. The film industry has offered us plenty of biopic movies that are enjoyable and engaging to watch due to the protagonists and amazing storytelling. If you are also looking for such biopic films, here are a few fine examples for you.
- ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ (2018)
Everybody knows ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ is a world-famous track by the British rock band Queen, and this movie is a tribute to the lead singer of the band, Freddie Mercury. Rami Malek has done a spectacular job in embracing the character, and it almost feels like he brought Mercury to life. The film showcases the initial phase of the band and their rise to success and then, the fall of the rockstar due to AIDs. While a lot of people would think it is about music, it is about a man struggling with his sexuality and how he navigates his life, friendship, love, family, and music as a career. It is inspiring and heart-breaking at the same time.
- ‘A Beautiful Mind’ (2001)
This movie is based on the biography with the same name, which is written by Sylvia Nasar. The book is based on the life of mathematical prodigy John Forbes Nash Jr., whose character is portrayed by Russell Crowe, and without any doubt, he offered the best performance. Starting from Nash’s success in maths and about to gain international fame, the movie continues to his later life and struggles with mental health, where he is pushed into the dark abyss. The journey of self-discovery was not very nice for Nash with chronic schizophrenia, but he finally made peace with it before death.
- ‘Elvis’ (2022)
This is quite a modern biopic made on Elvis Presley, who brought the real essence of rock n roll to the industry. Austin Butler and his hair did a great job as Elvis, and the movie captures the rise of the star from his initial struggles. By 1950, Elvis became a rock star, but his relationship was quite complicated with his manager, Colonel Tom Parker. The portrayal of God of Rock was perfect in the movie, and so were the set design and the depiction of Elvis’ wild signing style. He was authentic and never afraid.
- ‘Ray’ (2004)
This movie shares the story of legendary music artist Ray Charles, who is played by Jamie Foxx. Ray’s lifelong struggle with poverty, blindness, and addiction is well portrayed in the movie, and it also shows a fair portion of his complicated relations with women in his life. However, the movie also explores his dynamic aura in the musical creativity where he was not afraid to experiment with different musical genres like country, R&B, gospel, etc, to name some. He also collaborated with many artists. This movie is considered to be one of the most inspiring and moving pictures.
- ‘The Wolf of Wall Street’ (2013)
While everybody remembers this movie for Leonardo’s amazing acting and addiction with snow (you know), money, and women, little did people know that it is a portrayal of stock trader Jordan Belfort, who rose to heights in the 1990s with his company Stratton Oakmont. The portrayal of an incredible amount of fraud and corruption along with outrageous performances by every artist made this film epic and one of the most entertaining creations by Martin Scorsese.
- ‘A Hidden Life’ (2019)
Sometimes the biggest resistance against the evil comes in silence, and ‘A Hidden Life’ is all about that. It is based on the story of Franz Jägerstätter, who is a true Austrian hero and a farmer who refused to fight alongside the Nazis during World War II. Franz has lived a quite beautiful life in the mountains with his wife and children and never wanted to be a part of the genocide and world-conquering idea of cruelty. He was a God’s man who believed in peace and humanity while the whole world was engaged in warfare. It is a truly inspiring film that can give chills.
- ‘Lincoln’ (2012)
Daniel Day-Lewis is one of the greatest lovers of all time, and his portrayal of the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln, was truly mesmerizing in the movie Lincoln. The movie showcases how he ventured through the political landscape of the Civil War era. He wanted to make an amendment with the support of both democrats and Republicans. His crucial efforts to pass the 13th Amendment to the Constitution were not only brave but also altered the course of history by abolishing slavery from the country. This is an amazing movie to watch that is directed by Steven Spielberg.
- ‘Capote’ (2005)
This story is based on the life of Truman Capote, which is portrayed by Philip Seymour Hoffman in the movie. Capote was an American writer who travelled to Kansas to write a story about the murders of the Clutter family. He went there and investigated in 1959, and all of his researches were published in his novel called ‘In Cold Blood.’ The movie explores the writers’ bonding with the murderers while showcasing the complex side of the human mind that is creative and terrifying at the same time.
- ‘I, Tonya’ (2017)
Those who think Margot Robbie is only fit for Barbie must watch this film. This movie is based on ice-skater Tonya Harding, who was one of the greatest athletes of all time. However, she fell into the pit of darkness when her husband called for an assault on her opponent, Nancy Kerrigan. After this incident took place, the athlete became a laughingstock to the world, and her struggles became evident with a lot of issues, including family and personal life. Director Craig Gillespie has done a great job of portraying Tonya as hero of her own story.
- ‘Dallas Buyers Club’ (2013)
Dallas Buyers Club is one of the greatest films of the century that showcases the story of Ronald Woodroof. The character is performed by Matthew McConaughey, and he ate the role without leaving any crumbs. Not to forget Jared Leto’s transformative performance that made the story even more intense for the audiences. In the story, Woodroof finds out that he is suffering from HIV/AIDS, and he has only 30 days to live. In order to get an experimental medicine from Mexico, the “Dallas Buyers Club” is established to prolong his life.
- ‘Hidden Figures’ (2016)
This movie is a much-needed tribute to the black women scientists and mathematicians at NASA who helped in the early stages of the US space program. These hidden figures are often covered from history, and that is why the movie is perfect, starting from its title to the acting performances by some of the best actresses, including Taraji P. Henson, Octavia Spencer, and Janelle Monáe. The movie offers respect to the black intelligent women who deserved that respect at their time.
- Milk (2008)
‘Milk’ is one of the greatest movies and an inspiring story in history, as well as for the LGBTQ+ community, as it is based on Harvey Milk, who was an activist and a politician who was openly gay and never afraid to embrace his true self. He was the first LGBTQ+ person to be elected in public office in California. However, Milk was brutally killed in 1978, and it shows the real face of society. Director Gus Van Sant has done an amazing job, and there’s no doubt that Sean Penn has nailed his performance as Milk.
