Nina (2024 film)

Nina
Directed by	Anthony McCarten
Produced by	Graham King
Screenplay by	Anthony McCarten
Based on	Life of Freddie Mercury and Life of Nina Bulsara
Starring	Amanda Bynes Paul Rudd
Production company	20th Century Pictures
Distributed by	StudioCanal
Release date	December 10, 2024 (2024-12-10) (United States and United Kingdom) December 13, 2024 (2024-12-13) (France)
Running time	154 minutes
Country	United Kingdom United States
Language	English

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Nina is a 2024 biographical musical drama film that focuses on the life of Freddie Mercury, the lead singer of the British rock band Queen and his daughter Nina Bulsara, from 1954 to 2009. It was directed by Anthony McCarten from a screenplay by Anthony McCarten, and produced by Graham King and Queen manager Jim Beach. It stars Paul Rudd and Amanda Bynes. The film was released in the United Kingdom and United States on December 10, 2024.

Plot Summary

Set against the vibrant backdrop of music and familial bonds, "Nina" follows the intertwined lives of iconic rock star Freddie Mercury and his daughter Nina Bulsara, showcasing a journey that spans from the 1950s through to 2009.

Act One: The Rise of Freddie Mercury (1954–1991)

The film opens in 1954 with a young Farukh Bulsara (Henry Samiri), nicknamed “Bucky” by his loving sister Kashmira (Everly Carganilla), navigating the challenges of childhood in India. Bullied for his prominent teeth, he finds solace in music, discovering a passion that will eventually change the world. With the support of his family—his father Bomi (Mel Gibson) and mother Jer (Bonnie Hunt)—Freddie’s journey begins at St. Peter’s boarding school, where he takes piano lessons and sings to comfort Kashmira. In 1964, the Bulsara family relocates to Middlesex, England. Teenage Freddie (Preston Oliver) joins a blues band called Wreckage while studying graphic design. His path crosses with future Queen members Roger Taylor (Justin Bieber) and Brian May (Orlando Bloom), setting the stage for their musical revolution as they form Queen with bassist John Deacon (Jack DeSena). A montage showcases their rise to fame through iconic performances and studio recordings, interspersed with heartfelt moments between Freddie and his daughter Nina (Anna Nicole Silverstone). Nina’s pivotal birthdays are celebrated as milestones in her father's career—receiving gifts that symbolize their close bond, like the solo album "Mr. Bad Guy" on her eighth birthday. As Freddie's ambitions soar, we see him collaborate with the legendary Montserrat Caballé (Liberty Wilson), culminating in their acclaimed album *Barcelona*. However, beneath the glitz lies a struggle for identity as Freddie balances family life with stardom.

Act Two: Nina's Journey to Find Her Voice (1992–2009)

As the story transitions into the '90s, we witness teenage Nina (Elle McKinnon) stepping into her own as an actress on NBC's *The Puzzle Academy High*. Her journey mirrors that of her father's but also reveals her struggle to escape his shadow. She recruits Francesca Harrison (Amanda Seyfried) to join Queen after John Deacon's retirement, allowing her to embrace both legacy and independence. The narrative deepens as adult Nina (Amanda Bynes) navigates Hollywood—her triumphs contrasting against personal turmoil stemming from loss and expectations. After moving to Houston in 2002 following her father’s death from AIDS-related complications, she faces newfound challenges in maintaining her father's legacy while forging her own artistic identity. Through heartfelt musical numbers celebrating love and grief—such as a haunting duet featuring recordings of Freddie—the film culminates in a climactic performance at *We Will Rock You* on December 15, 2009. In an emotional final act, Nina experiences vivid memories of her father during an introspective moment alone before succumbing to tragedy just hours later. In a poignant twist, after Nina's accidental drowning is discovered by friend Penny Montrose (Brittany Murphy), she becomes enveloped in ethereal visuals representing the afterlife. The final scenes depict Nina walking up stairs adorned with memories of both parents—a heartfelt reunion that resonates with themes of love transcending time and space. As credits roll over original songs inspired by Queen's music intertwined with new compositions reflecting Nina's journey, audiences are left contemplating the enduring power of art and family legacies woven together through generations. This is not just a tale of two lives; it is an exploration of love that echoes through time—a reminder that every note sung carries within it stories waiting to be told.

Cast

• Amanda Bynes as Nina Bulsara
  • Anna Nicole Silverstone as Nina Bulsara (Child)
  • Elle McKinnon as Nina Bulsara (Teenager)
• Paul Rudd as Freddie Mercury
  • Henry Samiri as Freddie Mercury/Farukh Bulsara/Bucky (Child)
  • Preston Oliver as Freddie Mercury/Farukh Bulsara/Bucky (Teenager)
• Nicole Kidman as Amber Bulsara
• Bonnie Hunt as Jer Bulsara
• Mel Gibson as Bomi Bulsara
• Orlando Bloom as Brian May
• Justin Bieber as Roger Taylor
• Jack DeSena as John Deacon
• Lindsay Lohan as Amanda Lennon
• Amanda Seyfried as Francesca Harrison
• Brittany Murphy as Penny Montrose
• Rosalind Allen as Mary Austin
• Sally Strecker as Kashmira Bulsara
  • Everly Carganilla as Kashmira Bulbara (Child)
  • Mckenna Grace as Kashmira Bulsara (Teenager)
• Liberty Wilson as Montserrat Caballé
• Bigi Jackson as Ian Dickson
• Tyrone Moorehead as Derrick Branche
• as Bruce Murray of The Hectics
• as Victory Rana of The Hectics
• as Farang Irani of The Hectics
• as Tim Staffell of Smile
• as Chris Dummett of Sour Milk Sea
• as Jeremy Gallop of Sour Milk Sea
• as Paul Milne of Sour Milk Sea
• as Rob Tyrrell of Sour Milk Sea

Soundtrack

1. Keep Yourself Alive (Freddie Mercury), recording for debut studio album at Trident
2. Son And Daughter (Freddie Mercury), recording for debut studio album at Trident
3. Father to Son (Freddie Mercury), recording for second studio album at Trident
4. Bohemian Rhapsody (Freddie Mercury), recording for fourth studio album at Trident
5. You're My Best Friend (Freddie Mercury), recording for fourth studio album at Trident
6. Somebody to Love (Freddie Mercury), recording for fifth studio album at Trident
7. We Will Rock You (Freddie Mercury), recording for sixth studio album at Trident
8. If You Can't Beat Them (Mercury), recording for seventh studio album at Trident  
9. More of That Jazz (Freddie Mercury), recording for seventh studio album at Trident  
10. Another One Bites the Dust (Freddie Mercury), recording for eighth studio album at Trident  
11. Love Me Like There's No Tomorrow (Freddie Mercury), recording for only solo studio album at Musicland Studios
12. The Great Pretender (Freddie Mercury), singing to his daughter Nina on her tenth birthday
13. I Was Born to Love You (Freddie Mercury), recording for only solo studio album at Musicland Studios
14. Barcelona (Mercury and Caballé), recording for only solo studio album at Mountain Studios
15. Love Me Like There's No Tomorrow (Freddie Mercury), recording for only solo studio album at Musicland Studios
16. The Fallen Priest (Freddie Mercury and Montserrat Caballé), recording for solo studio album at Mountain Studios  
17. The Golden Boy (Freddie Mercury and Montserrat Caballé), recording for only solo studio album at Mountain Studios  
18. The Show Must Go On (Freddie Mercury), recording for fourteenth studio album at Trident
19. Roxie (Nina Bulsara), filming of the musical film testing Chicago film
20. Don't Rain on My Parade (Nina Bulsara), filming in the episode of Beach Hotel in 2003
21. Total Eclipse of the Heart (Brian May and Amanda Lennon), Queen recording on the Trident in 2003
22. Dancing Machine (Roger Taylor and Francesca Harrison), Queen recording on the Trident in 2003
23. Enjoy Yourself (Queen), Queen recording on the Trident in 2003
24. Smooth Criminal (Nina Bulsara), Queen recording on the Trident in 2004
25. Non-Sop (Butch Cassidy and Vanessa Marquez), watching Non-Stop film on tv in 2006
26. Last Train With Red Lamp (Shinji Miyazaki), filming the film Kogane No Yama in June 2007
27. Ganbare Genki (Kinya Hori), filming the film Kogane No Yama August 2007
28. Diamonds are a Girl’s Best Friend (Nina Bulsara), performed at concert “Ruby Red 2” on December 2, 2007
29. Ruby Red (Nina Bulsara), performed at concert “Ruby Red 2” on December 2, 2007
30. Starlight (Nina Bulsara), performed at concert “Ruby Red 2” on December 2, 2007
31. Jailhouse Rock (Nina Bulsara), filming the film All Shook Up July 2009
32. Hound Dog (Timmy Murphy), filming the film All Shook Up July 2009
33. At The Hop (Timmy Murphy and Megan Moorehead), filming the film All Shook Up July 2009
34. Heartbreak Hotel (Timmy Murphy and Megan Moorehead), filming the film All Shook Up August 2009
35. These Are the Days of Our Lives (Nina Bulsara), Nina walks the stairs to heaven to meet her parents

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