The phrase "biopic treatment" refers to a movie or film that is based on the life of a real person. It involves telling their story, sometimes with dramatic elements added for entertainment. Full definition
He has already received the genius - asshole biopic treatment with Jobs, has been the subject of a biting Alex Gibney documentary, and was even parodied by Justin Long and Funny Or Die in iSteve. (avclub.com)
The life of a unique musical talent is given a generic biopic treatment in this straightforward rags - to - riches story of Brazilian singer Elis Regina (Andreia Horta). (cinemalogue.com)