Baz Luhrmann’s ELVIS - The Popcorn Junkies Movie Review

[@actualkarenokboomer3158]

Watch the interviews with Austin Butler. He studied hard. He had been on stage with Densel Washington in Iceman. Denzel actually called Baz Lurhman before Austin even sent a tape and told him this was the kid he wanted. Austin was nervous when Priscilla told him he had some really big shoes to fill. Then after she saw it she was so astounded that she told Baz that if Elvis had seen it he would have told Austin, "you are me".

[@robjones2408]

If you are an Elvis fan, you'll love the film! If you're not an Elvis fan, you'll love the film! Austin Butler gave the performance of a lifetime, the two hours plus felt like ninety minutes. Fabulous stuff. A new star has been born.

[@nenabunena]

the same with me, I entered this not an Elvis fan but left an Elvis fan. I'm obsessed with Elvis now and can't get him out of my head. the film was exhilarating and melancholic at the same time. i watched all the traditional elvis biopics and other musical biopics and I love how original this is. this film and amadeus are my favorite biopics and this elvis film is 1 of my favorite films of all time. and yes, a second viewing elevated this film even more. a truly theatre and cinematic experience!

[@laurellenicholls4094]

I was so amazed how much Austin Butler was so a like of Elvis down to the minuscule parts of how he walked and talked. It left wanting to see more of Austin Butler as Elvis. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@zoe_agnew_]

I’m obsessed with this movie after seeing it and can’t stop listening to Elvis now !!! Great review xx

[@justafanmiller7486]

I KNOW! ME TOO

[@ElvisLass35]

This was my feelings exactly!!!! Your positivity!!!!! Your discussion was immense!!!! Iv loved ELVIS my whole life and seen it 6 times already…. I love to hear this discussion! It’s so powerful to have ELVIS shown as the real man he was! A beautiful human being but with an insane talent xxxxx Austin Butler for the Oscar!!! Tom hanks too…. He was sooooo good!!! (ELVIS didn’t drink alcohol… had to add that) He was a revolutionary entertainer and deserves his place in history!!!! Old ELVIS…. He was only 42! Worth remembering. He was so young.

[@paularose331]

The back story of the boy tells so much about the man. Fell in love with Elvis all over again. I’m all shook up !

[@tonyahoward8861]

I went to see this last night , I’m big elvis fan and I’ve read lots of books about him since I was a kid. I have to say this is the best film I’ve seen in a very long time , as you say the editing and direction is just staggering I absolutely loved it and I cried at the end when they put the original shot of him singing at the piano because you felt his pain it was so emotional. I want to see it again now.

[@actualkarenokboomer3158]

Col Parker's treatment of Elvis reminded me of what they did to Judy Garland. She was 47 and he was 42 when they died. I have watched a lot of reviews and I like yours the best.

[@actualkarenokboomer3158]

Tom Hanks said there was not one scene that he didn't make Austin redo it many times. Austin said it would let him see things he didn't think he did well. The first scene they filmed was the 1968 comeback special and Tom Hanks said every time Austin did it he felt like he was going back in time. Tom said, at his age Elvis was a kind of bad movie start and finished. Austin said his mother died when he was 23 and Elvis' mother died when he was 23. He said he spent a lot of time with his grandmother who graduated high school in 1956 and was a huge Elvis fan. He said he had not seen much of Elvis, but he had heard him a lot from the early days. He watched every Elvis ever did or said.

[@peggypieters661]

Not a particular Elvis fan and was never interested in Baz’ other movies, BUT Austin Butler’s portrayal was everything. He IS this movie as far as I am concerned. .

[@kaymair5234]

I took my mum to see this and we both loved it ❤️

[@SK-rr8op]

"Cinema at it's absolute best"

[@debbiemoorcroft6767]

We loved the film. The end scene that had a switch to real Elvis was very sad to me. He was treated so badly and l have found myself thinking that over more than l thought l would once we had left. I don’t really “do films” but l left with a slight lump in the throat. I loved the pink suit 😉This is the first review of yours I’ve watched, loved watching you both. I’m giving it 500+. 😂😂l will add we are big Elvis fans and are pleased we left thinking even more of him than when we went in. Thanks you two xxxx

[@deerheart87]

I like to think he had a lot of happiness as well ❤ he was so beautiful x this was such a moving film 🎥 I felt weepy for days and very moved by all the cast and the beautiful costumes and screenplay

[@deborahholdsworth1418]

I loved the film. Went to see with my dad and he sung all the way through lol. I cried at the end so did many others in the cinema ❤️😭

[@depper]

The movie had SO MUCH ACCURACY. Baz did more research than any other movie or show dedicated to EP did. It successfully covers Elvis in the back of the blues and jazz clubs... He was RESPECTED on Beale Street, the birthplace of Rock n Roll and Sun Studios. And the gospel and blues legends all played there and hung out there. BB King. Big Mamma Thorton, Sister Rosetta Tharpe. Little Richard. The BIGGEST names in black music, and white and black stars in country and R&B and Rockabilty played there too. Thats why its considered the birthplace of Rock and Elvis CAME BEFORE Chuck Berry and Little Richard and they both LOVED ELVIS. Watch Sam Bell's interview with Baz. The earliest parts of the first half of the movie came from his account. Sam was one of Elvis' BEST FRIENDS and he was black. And sadly he died right after this interview.

[@HappyRareGrooveMan]

No it didn't, loads of facts were wrong in the film , but still a great movie.

[@depper]

​@@HappyRareGrooveMan Most of it was true down to the locations and clothing swatches because Baz had access to the vast Graceland archives and spoke to people that were there, even his childhood friend Sam Bell. They told a brilliant story which today's generation can understand in 2 hours and 40 minutes. Every movie takes some artistic license -- you need to to tell a story especially one that condenses 42 years into a few hours ;)

[@HappyRareGrooveMan]

Young Elvis no evidence anywhere he wore a flash , never met the Colonel on a ferris wheel , Kennedy wasn't shot during the comeback special, no evidence Elvis was a very close friend of BB King , the date in the film is wrong about the Lisa Marie plane , also the Hilton venue. A stunning visual movie but it wasnt aimed for the Elvis purists , yes it's great the film helps the younger generation have an insight to Elvis .

[@johanley229]

​@@HappyRareGrooveMan I think you're missing the artistic licence and referencing to the actual events it's a great movie time stamps out if sync we know Elvis loved comic heroes the reference wearing the lightning bolt , we know they didn't meet on a ferris wheel again a reference to Parker being a carni promoter etc etc I could go on

[@nenabunena]

​@@HappyRareGrooveMan actually it is very accurate on many things, the inaccuracies are minor and were there to compress the film and for artistic license

[@eileengriffin6476]

I am so happy Austin won the People's Choice Award last night. He definitely deserved it . Looking forward to the other awards. He so totally deserves the awards.and

[@carolmoore4202]

I went yesterday and loved it. My mum was an Elvis fan and I realised why when I watched this. I was working as a Saturday girl in hair salon when it came on the radio that he died I was gutted and was only 14 but grew up listening to Elvis. I felt so sad for Elvis for how he had been treated.

[@eileengriffin6476]

Always await for your reviews I loved ELVIS, Austin's performance is definitely Oscar worthy. I would love to see him win. Wow, He sang the songs & put his heart and soul into this for two years. If Robi Malek won.for lipsync their shouldn't even be a question about Austin. Love all your review I have been looking for yours since the movie was released. Thanks

[@SknezE]

Agree with all the comments. This movie was epic. I thought about it for days after. I can watch some of the performances over and over; the editing was so fantastic. I didn't know what to expect going in; and pretty much was blown away within minutes of opening. That Elvis kid actor deserves a shot out too!

[@christina-olivia5655]

Agree 100% with all that you both said!!! I knew very little about Elvis prior to watching - and now I’m a big fan 😍 what a guy he was! Excellent from Austin Butler, Tom Hanks etc too!!

[@lauradbays9083]

I’m soo excited I’ve finally FINALLY got my brother to come with me and we are going to see this tonight !!! Xx 😘

[@jennyoconnell7217]

Thank you, I agree with everything you said. Have been an Elvis fan since I was about 8 (so more than 60 years) and I love this movie. I've seen it four times so far and find something new in it each time. Also, the soundtrack is awesome.

[@jayt9234]

A beautiful and stunning film in every way, absolutely loved it too, and the music was amazing. A rollercoaster of an experience it feels like you are being transported back in time with Elvis. By far the most interesting story and most exciting biopic I've seen. Going to see it for the 3rd time at the weekend. IT'S THAT GOOD! 10/10👏👏👍👍

[@lesleyann5119]

Loved the film,felt he was so vulnerable at times,and taken advantage of by the people around him

[@stallone1ish]

In the end scene I wasn't sure if it was actually elvis or Austin, he was 100% brilliant portraying him xx

[@glenaitken9403]

It started as Austin, it cuts to Elvis as a kid running and when it cuts back it's the real Elvis

[@johnjungkook2721]

Austin Butler was insane in this movie. Actually insanely good. The comparisons to Malek in Bohemian Rhapsody are an insult to Butler.

[@chloelee4790]

So happy that you guys loved it as much as I did ! Such a brilliant film, I can't wait to see it again soon 💕💕💕💕

[@suzannek3493]

I loved every minute of it. Austin was incredible beyond compare. This is a Mega Star in the making ! I actually thought Tom Hanks was great too . Best film I’ve seen in ages !

[@pod1610]

Loved it. And delighted to see you both felt the same👍👍

[@1976shoegal]

I went to see this & loved it ❤my God, Elvis was so handsome 🥰 so sad how he was taken so advantage of by his horrible manager & died so young 😢 I thought Tom Hanks was great in it too 👍🏻love your glasses Mark 🤓 ❤thanks for your great review 😀

[@kerrymcdonagh7066]

Well that made me happy! I thought it was one of the most brilliant films I’d see in a very long time. Everything about it was fantastic especially the portrayal of Elvis. 10/10 for me 👏👏👏

[@Helen78SouthAfrica]

Hello Lesley sweetie 🌺👍🏻🎥love the movie 🎥 👍🏻🌺

[@joannemurdock7899]

@@kerrymcdonagh7066 hi ! I TOTALLY AGREE WITH YOU so far I have loved this movie 9 times! I can't believe it was all filmed 1 hour drive from where I live! 🥰fr.Australia

[@eileengriffin6476]

So happy Austin Butler won the People's Choice Award for Best Dramatic Actor.

[@keren6320]

Just saw it last night... wow so good I think I need to go again.. youd forget it was Austin acting as elvis for the majority of the movie.. thanks for the review guys!!

[@keren6320]

It really captured the era the culture the politics and the fashion so true mark it was stimulating creative filmmaking! So sad to see the hold kernel tom parker had over him till the end 😪

[@davidpalmer9014]

So glad you liked it. I was blown away. I'm seeing it again soon.

[@Carol-dq7eo]

I thought it was amazing. Not an Elvis fan. However Austin and Tom incredible. Not contrived. Held my attention completely. Infact I'm gong to see it again.

[@miasdaydream8292]

I am obsessed. Watched it 7 times. 7 TIMES!!!

[@kiwikathy]

From Get go it had Baz stamp on it. I loved the subtle nuance of his shots. Elvis🎸 (Butler) and Hanks (not Colonel) were wonderful in the portrait of show business machine. Do you realise Baz has 4 hours on cutting room floor. USA is so litigious EPE especially had Baz over a hurdle. I loved it. Shot on Gold Coast in Australia. Mark, Mahalia Jackson was the black Blues Gospel singer you were referring to. Years of black segregation was bought into the brilliant editing. 97-100 ...Oscar nominees goes to Cast & Crew 🌟

[@GeraldineMcK]

Very well balanced and informative non biased review x

[@shelleysilver6597]

I’m gutted, I haven’t had a chance to go and see this, as yet. I haven’t been well for a few weeks. ☹️ But the Reviews have been Outstanding. 😃 And I really want to and need to see it. Thanks for this Review Mark and Nanny Di. 😘😘

[@pedallovecommunications]

Excellent review - I love that you highlight the sexual juggernaut Elvis was. I've seen reviewers for the trailers + film question if the hysteria was real. You're right, the editing was sensational. Austin does inhabit Elvis.

[@haffyb7805]

Amazing review !!! Can't wait to see the movie !!!

[@Wildlife_SA.]

I've seen the movie 4 times and loved it. Awesome cinematography and the Dolby sound is incredible. I'm an Elvis fan so this is great. Tom Parker was a jerk! Enjoyed your review.⚡🎸🇿🇦

[@jonathanaldecoa1099]

I’ve seen Elvis three times already 🕺🕺🕺

[@actualkarenokboomer3158]

The entire is explaining the manipulation of Col Parker so it needed to have him in it. For too many years people have ignored that aspect.

[@sarahhodgson8175]

I can remember crying when he died as my mum was at the time ….i was 8 !!! i can’t wait to go and watch it … i trust you and your mum soo much on your reviews … Thankyou guys xxxxx

[@SheenaRea]

Have you seen it yet? I've been to it 6 times now! 😆 I hope you loved it 💙

[@lissalois1822]

I’ve watched quite a few reviews of the Elvis movie and I must tell you that your review is my favorite! I loved the way you both go into detail your likes and the few dislikes Thanks so much for your candid details. Two big thumbs up!

[@sawalhaadderleys]

Glad you enjoyed it!xxxx

[@actualkarenokboomer3158]

Everyone should watch the interview that Baz Lurhman did with a few of his childhood friends. Sam Bell explains that there were only 4 houses designated for white people in the Tupelo black community. He talks about Elvis going to the church and always participating, even to going on stage. He also said Elvis' mom wouldn't let him take the guitar outside and he used a broom for a guitar. He said Elvis kept his broom in their tree house. He said he absolutely thought Elvis' sound was what he grew up with and not something he hijacked. He said they only sang religious music and Elvis' favorite song was "I'll Fly Away". Just like a black child couldn't go to a white school, Elvis couldn't have been allowed to go to the black school by the Mississippi state. He was accused of teaching kids integration. I grew up in Houston, TX and white people could be arrested. An attorney was tarred and feathered in Houston in the 30s, not for representing black people, but for eating in black restaurants with them.

[@jaynepink5285]

Brilliant film !

[@SheenaRea]

The movie is glorious!! I've seen it several times now. Baz's artistry in FULL FORCE! BTW, Baz's first film was "Strictly Ballroom" ❤

[@liverpoollass8615]

Loved the film, massive Elvis fan thought Austin was fantastic 👌🏻

[@cree_VI]

i wasn't Elvis fan and just know his most famous song, i didn't know about him anything. After movie i want to know about him more. I really like movie, watched twice.

[@lechat8533]

Comparing The Sex Pistols` impact with Elvis` is a farce. Furthermore, if I understood you correctly, you are criticizing the scenes with Elvis` love attachment to Priscilla. (If I misunderstood you, I apologize.) Elvis and Priscilla loved each other till the end. They both managed to provide a safe haven for Lisa Marie and I`m very glad that a little piece of this love was presented in this film.

[@janetgorman8149]

damn, ok...after watching this brilliant review I absolutely will see this in the theatre!!

[@lizhorton5333]

Enjoyed the commentary! I live in AMerica and thought your analysis was spot on! I haven’t seen the film but I’ve been watching all the interviews and reviews and I know I will love it. Oscar Worthy performances all around I predict!

[@loopylola201]

Mark I am the same as you, not really a Elvis fan. But listening to you and nanny Di,s review, I really want to go and watch this for myself.. Brilliant review from you both 👏👏👏

[@juliehilton3365]

Tom hanks is my favourite actor of all time this was such a wonderful review mark and nanny di thank you i will go and see it xxx

[@clarebailey9803]

Love love loved it ❤️

[@gabriellabyholm3604]

I need to know what your friend who was in your trailer #2 reaction vid thought of the movie! The detail in this film is remarkable and wonder what her take is on it. She gave good insight/detail when reviewing the trailer regarding the 68 special and his comeback. Taking a family trip to Graceland next week for the first time! ALL because of this movie. Baz has created a new generation of Elvis fans!

[@nikiburton7659]

Hi mark and nanny xx my son went to see this a week ago he’s music 🎵 mad plays guitar 🎸 he absolutely loved it 😍 he’s 25 he wants to take me but it would be to loud as I’m noise sensitive . I will wait till it comes on tele my mum adored elvis and I was brought up rocking and rolling 💃🏻 I can’t wait to see it ❤ thank you for your thoughts xx chi chi and toffee xx ❤

[@chezzachezza7325]

Take some ear buds enuff that you can handle it

[@nikiburton7659]

@@chezzachezza7325 thank you that’s a brilliant idea x I would love to see it on the big screen 😍

[@deerheart87]

Austin is just lovely

[@m_5577_]

loved it already seen it twice as well

[@lauradbays9083]

I’ve got to go! Loved this review I knew Mark would be 100 percent on the button x x

[@actualkarenokboomer3158]

Priscilla was only 14 and Elvis was 24 when they met, however. according to both of them they did not have sex until their wedding night. I saw a video today where they said that Elvis actually fainted 3 times during his mother's funeral.

[@paulasmith3179]

What a great review.

[@ruby8412]

I loved Baz Lurman's Romeo and Juliet, I thought it was fantastic but like Nanny Di I didn't rate Moulin Rouge, it just didn't do anything for me. I thought the story was vapid and the characters were unbelievable. I'm looking forward to watching this one though as I love Elvis and am looking forward to seeing Tom Hanks' performance as Colonel Tom Parker.

[@nenabunena]

moulin rouge was ok and enjoyable for me. but his best film was strictly ballroom and romeo + juliet, elvis otoh is the best of his films and one of the best films of all time!

[@deborahholdsworth1418]

Please watch the film Elvis with Jonathan Rhys Meyers, 2005. The film is exactly the same. Loved the film ❤️❤️❤️

[@selinaloufogg]

Oh I really want to see this now

[@peggypieters661]

GO SEE THIS MOVIE !! I am not a particular Elvis nor Baz fan, But you MUST see Austin’s portrayal; I have seen it Eight times, and the last movie I had gone to prior was, Little Women, Christmas 2019. Every time I see this extravaganza, I learn or see something new. Do see it in Dolby or IMAX to get the best sound. Austin sings throughout with Elvis only blended at certain moments in the later years, but Austin is never not singing, and h3 is really good for not having sung in public before. However, it is his dramatic acting skills that floored me.

[@eveh6708]

I've seen this movie twice now . I did actually love it even more the second time . And we are all looking forward to going again to see it 🤣 The only thing I would say I didnt like the new rap music put in with the movie . I get why they have done it but it particularly stood out more the second time . Also I dont understand why they gave parker that accent . He didnt have that accent 😂 watch a video of him talking and then watch the movie again 😬😬

[@nenabunena]

there are different videos of the colonel with different accents.

[@emmaatkins5869]

I really enjoy the movie

[@Harry-fk5of]

It was a good film but I have to ignore Tom Hank's accent which was distracting me a bit throughout. It was just so well made and aesthetically beautiful too. So interesting to see how his career panned out and how trapped he felt. The ending was pretty uncomfortable to watch (piano scene)

[@actualkarenokboomer3158]

I had not heard of it until last week. I liked Mulan Rouge, but not Gatsby. I've watched it 3 times in 2 days.

[@danielupsdell2697]

Great review I did not like some of the miss accuracy scenes in this movie Like Elvis yelling parker on stage . Breaking up there marriage was done in Las Vegas at the hotel dressing room after one of his shows . Besides that ok I can live with it

[@kir250305]

I agree with every word you said!

[@Helen78SouthAfrica]

Happy happy day sweetie 🎥🌺👍🏻

[@Helen78SouthAfrica]

Morning mark nanny Di 🌺👍🏻yes nanny wooden heart ❤️ I remember sweetie 👍🏻🌺I see the movie 🎥 ElVIS great ye yes mark 🌺👍🏻 love every minute 👍🏻🌺👍🏻

[@markbaker2826]

Do you ever enjoy a film ?/ Like ANY ???

[@sawalhaadderleys]

Erm - did you see our scores of 100 out of 100?

[@sawalhaadderleys]

Did you see our review of NITRAM? And score? I think you haven’t watched most of our reviews. Any reason you seem cross?

[@sawalhaadderleys]

Or Top Gun?

[@karenbennett6374]

Loved the film...very emotive. Engrossed right from the beginning. My son does a good Elvis medley @paulbennettmusic

[@beastieber5028]

IAM.all.shock.up