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Elvis Review: What Luhrmann's Biopic Lacks In Depth It Makes Up For In Style
Baz Luhrmann takes a different approach to a biopic about Elvis Presley, honing in on the myth surrounding the iconic singer, but with all the style, glamour, and theatricality of his previous films. But unlike other Elvis stories, this one centers more on the singer’s shady manager, Colonel Tom Parker, who wants nothing but to tell the audience his truth about Elvis and the role he had in his life. The director, who co-wrote Elvis alongside Sam Bromell, Craig Pearce, and Jeremy Doner, embellishes Elvis’ life and career, but sidesteps a deeper examination of his humanity. The film is beautiful to look at and has a wonderful, electric energy, most especially during Elvis’ performances. But while Elvis sees a memorable turn from Austin Butler in the titular role, the film cannot maintain the same buzzing enthusiasm it started with.
