A Baz Luhrmann film could be nothing but over-the-top and majestic. And this biopic is not just another same old mashed mix of myth. The subject is Elvis Presley, without a lot of doubt the most iconic performer of the 20th century. Austin Butler as Elvis is brilliant. This drama explores the life and music of Elvis as seen through the eyes and complicated relationship his manager, Colonel Tom Parker played by Tom Hanks.
Parker was a user and abuser; a con-artist supreme. He was contriving and self-serving, swindling and cheating Elvis out of as much wealth as he possibly could. "My boy has to be on that stage tonight." From a pink suite to bejeweled jumpsuits; the total looks, voice and mannerisms...Butler IS Elvis.
Luhrmann does misplace Elvis tunes in times of Elvis actually recording them. Songs after his Army stint placed earlier. And my biggest complaint is having a wealth of his music, but not presenting a soundtrack full of it. What is the reasoning of the hip/hop? I can understand featuring the music that actually had some influence on Elvis being featured. I can't help but rave highly about Austin Butler. He deserves an Oscar.
Parker was a user and abuser; a con-artist supreme. He was contriving and self-serving, swindling and cheating Elvis out of as much wealth as he possibly could. "My boy has to be on that stage tonight." From a pink suite to bejeweled jumpsuits; the total looks, voice and mannerisms...Butler IS Elvis.
Luhrmann does misplace Elvis tunes in times of Elvis actually recording them. Songs after his Army stint placed earlier. And my biggest complaint is having a wealth of his music, but not presenting a soundtrack full of it. What is the reasoning of the hip/hop? I can understand featuring the music that actually had some influence on Elvis being featured. I can't help but rave highly about Austin Butler. He deserves an Oscar.