Elvis (2005) (TV)

User Rating:

7.3/10   

Director:

James Steven Sadwith

Writer (WGA):

Patrick Sheane Duncan (written by)

Release Date:

8 May 2005 (USA)

Genre:

Biography | Drama | Music

Plot:

A chronicle of the life of Elvis Presley (Rhys Meyers), from his humble beginnings to his rise to international stardom. |

Plot Keywords:

Elvis Presley | Boyfriend Girlfriend Relationship | Rock Star | Music Concert | Overprotective Mother

Awards:

Won Golden Globe. Another 4 wins & 11 nominations

Cast

Jonathan Rhys Meyers	...	Elvis Presley
Randy Quaid	...	'Colonel' Tom Parker
Rose McGowan	...	Ann-Margret
Tim Guinee	...	Sam Phillips
Antonia Bernath	...	Priscilla Presley
Jack Noseworthy	...	Steve Binder
Robert Patrick	...	Vernon Presley
Camryn Manheim	...	Gladys Presley
Clay Steakley	...	Bill Black
Mark Adam	...	Scotty Moore
Robert C. Treveiler	...	Larry Geller (as Rob Treveiler)
Jennifer Rae Westley	...	Dixie Locke
John Boyd West	...	Red West
Randy McDowell	...	Gene Smith
Eric William Pierson	...	D.J. Fontana

Runtime:

USA:173 min

Country:

USA | Germany

Language:

English

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

Sound Mix:

Stereo

Certification:

Singapore:PG | Finland:K-18

Filming Locations:

Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, USA

Company:

ApolloProScreen Filmproduktion

Trivia:

More than 300 Elvis fans auditioned for the role of Elvis Presley, they were all turned away and Rhys Myers hired, even though he wasn't one of the 300 lining up for audition

Goofs:

Anachronisms: When Elvis and girlfriend Dixie are leaving the Assembly of God Church (mid-1950s), they walk down the street, and a satellite dish is clearly visible on the house across the street.

Quotes:

'Colonel' Tom Parker: Let's face it, son. The records aren't doing what they used to and the movie aren't doing much better.
Elvis Presley: That's probably because of all this material you keep shovin' down my throat, Colonel. Hell, you can't polish a turd.

Movie Connections:

References Clambake (1967)

Soundtrack:

Surrender

It will knock your blue suede shoes off!

A true Elvis fan will appreciate the solid and outstanding effort by Jonathan Rhys Meyers. He was a natural choice for this project. Aside from the strong resemblance, he also found a way to speak and move like him. He doesn't over-do the accent or the moves. The supporting cast deserves a lot of credit as well, especially Camryn's portrayal of Gladys Presley. The story is very well written and flows nicely. Most fans will enjoy learning more details about the events in his life. The music is exciting too. You will hear the original master recordings as Jonathan performs and he stays true to the tone of the song. Without a doubt this mini-series will keep you captivated.