Elvis: A Critical and Commercial Success
Awards and Recognition
Baz Luhrmann's biopic, Elvis, has garnered critical acclaim and numerous awards. It won a Golden Globe for Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama (Austin Butler) and three BAFTA Awards for Best Leading Actor (Butler), Best Costume Design, and Best Makeup and Hair.
The film also received eight nominations at the Oscars, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actor (Butler). Additionally, it received two Golden Globe nominations, one for Best Motion Picture – Drama and one for Best Original Song ("Vegas").
At the Critics Choice Awards, Elvis received seven nominations, winning the award for Best Hair and Makeup. It also garnered three nominations at the Golden Globes, where it was nominated for Best Motion Picture – Drama, Best Actor (Butler), and Best Director (Luhrmann).
Critical Reception
Elvis received generally positive reviews from critics. The American Film Institute named it one of the top-ten films of 2022. Critics praised Butler's performance, Luhrmann's direction, and the film's cinematography and musical score.
Cast
Elvis features an all-star cast, including Austin Butler as Elvis Presley, Tom Hanks as Colonel Tom Parker, Olivia DeJonge as Priscilla Presley, and Helen Thomson as Gladys Presley. The film also features supporting performances from Richard Roxburgh, Luke Bracey, and David Wenham.
Plot
Elvis chronicles the life story of the legendary American music icon Elvis Presley. The film covers his early days in Memphis, his rise to fame, and his struggles with addiction and health issues. Elvis provides an intimate and in-depth look at the life and career of one of the most influential figures in American culture.
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