Directed by: Baz Lurhmann
Starring: Austin Butler, Tom Hanks, Olivia DeJonge
Running time: 159 minutes
This very colorful
biographical film chronicles the life of one of the most famous singers of
all-time, Elvis Presley, with a particular focus on his complex relationship
with manager Colonel Tom Parker.
First off, director Baz Lurhmann is clear to see here, yet again. The colours, the sets, the details; all is there. Austin Butler is really solid as Elvis. He brings him back to life. As for Tom Hanks, what can I say? He is a mater at work. The transformation he accomplished to become Tom Parker is the work of a true talented thespian.
Elvis is a touching film about a talented man who, in spite of all of his faults, had such a positive impact on so many people. By the end, you cannot help feel bad for how he was basically run right into the ground like a dead horse by an unscrupulous manager. I also appreciated how the film made such a big place for the Black musical community, that was such an influence on Presley.
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