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Freddie Mercury Biopic Likely Dead, Thanks to Sacha Baron Cohen
Freddie Mercury Biopic Likely Dead, Thanks to Sacha Baron Cohen
The Freddie Mercury biopic is one of those recent projects trapped in development hell. Though funnyman Sacha Baron Cohen of 'Borat' fame was attached to the lead role for some time, he has since dropped out, leaving the project to its likely demise, according to the film's writer.
Freddie Mercury Biopic Still Scheduled to Star Sacha Baron Cohen
Freddie Mercury Biopic Still Scheduled to Star Sacha Baron Cohen
Film producer Graham King says he’s still planning on filming a biopic about Queen frontman Freddie Mercury in 2012, and Sacha Baron Cohen is still planning on playing the lead role. It’d be a rare serious role for Cohen, best known for starring in films like ‘Borat (2006)’ and ‘Bruno (2009).’