6 historical biopics spinning mostly fiction

Author: Achu Krishnan

A heartwarming tale, but diverges from reality. Robin Williams shines in a biopic with creative liberties on facts.

Patch Adams

A cinematic journey through rock history with Val Kilmer embodying Jim Morrison. However, liberties taken for dramatic effect.

The Doors

Meryl Streep's powerful portrayal of Margaret Thatcher, yet the biopic takes artistic liberties with historical accuracy for impact.

The Iron Lady

A visually epic biopic exploring the life of the legendary conqueror, but with historical inaccuracies woven into the narrative fabric.

Alexander

A moving portrayal of Joseph Merrick's life, yet the biopic takes creative liberties, emphasizing emotional impact over historical precision.

The Elephant Man

A riveting depiction of N.W.A's rise, but the biopic embraces dramatization, occasionally straying from historical accuracy for storytelling flair.

Straight Outta Compton