Controversial New Movie Sparks Outrage from Elvis Estate, While Priscilla Presley Offers Surprising Perspective
Priscilla Presley's highly-anticipated premiere this October will surely captivate audiences Despite criticism from the Elvis Estate, her unique perspective promises to set her apart from the rest Don't miss out on this intriguing cinematic experience!
Priscilla, the latest film by director Sofia Coppola, has received strong criticism from the Elvis estate. Set to be released in October, the movie is based on the 1985 memoir Elvis and Me, written by Priscilla Presley, the former wife of Elvis Presley. Jacob Elordi, known for his role in Euphoria, will portray Elvis, while Cailee Spaeny from Bad Times at the El Royale will play the title role.
According to TMZ, representatives of the Elvis Presley estate released a statement after the Priscilla trailer was released yesterday, stating that the movie was made without their consent. Furthermore, they described the film as having a "college movie" feel, criticizing the production design as "horrific" and lacking any resemblance to the real Graceland. In contrast, Priscilla herself released her own statement, praising Coppola's talent and expressing her belief that Priscilla will take viewers on an emotional journey. You can read the full statements below.
The set designs in the Elvis Presley Estate are extremely disappointing and do not accurately represent the actual appearance of Graceland.
Priscilla Presley expresses her enthusiasm for Sofia Coppola's interpretation of her book, acknowledging Coppola's exceptional perspective and her admiration for her work. She believes that this movie will deeply resonate with viewers, taking them on a heartfelt emotional journey.
Will Priscilla Be Able To Stand Out Among The Pack?
The challenge that Priscilla will face is the overwhelming presence of other media content centered around the Presley family. Elvis, being an iconic figure in pop culture, has been extensively explored in various artistic works since his untimely death in 1977. This includes recent projects such as Baz Luhrmann's Elvis 2022, where he was portrayed by Oscar nominee Austin Butler, and the Netflix animated series Agent Elvis, which imagines a fictional superspy version of Elvis.
These projects, released in the past year, are just a fraction of the movies and television shows that have featured Elvis throughout the decades. Notable actors like Kurt Russell, Michael Shannon, and Evil Dead star Bruce Campbell have all portrayed Presley. Priscilla herself has also been depicted onscreen multiple times, with actresses such as Ashley Greene in The Shangri la Suite and Olivia de Jonge in Elvis 2022 taking on the role.
Priscilla's perspective is what ultimately grabs attention, despite the aforementioned points. Coppola's expertise in portraying characters who live under constant public scrutiny, as seen in her 2006 film Marie Antoinette, suggests that she has the potential to recreate the same captivating energy that earned her an Oscar. With this in mind, Priscilla could potentially become another successful venture for Coppola.
