Freddie Mercury: The Untold Story

Freddie Mercury: The Untold Story

The legend and the man

2000 · 59 min · ★ 7.7 · Documentary, Music

Freddie Mercury (1946-91) was not just a man with one of the most pure and amazing voices the world has heard, but he was also the lead singer for Queen, the most enthusiastic rock band in history.

Directed by Hannes Rossacher · Written by Simon Witter

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