Elvis on Film
By: BOR StaffSeptember 2, 2022
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Baz Luhrmann's Elvis made its streaming debut on HBO Max Friday.
 
The film, which explores the relationship between the singer and his manager Col. Tom Parker opened up oddly and dizzyingly.
 
Unfortunately, it plays out as a bit of a parody of itself.
 
There was no subtlety in the film, from Tom Hanks' prosthetic jowl to the cartoonish effects.
 
That's the problem when it comes to portraying such a charismatic and legendary figure as Elvis Presley. Instead of portraying the man, you begin to portray the impression of the man.
 
Bill's upcoming book "Killing the Legends" lays out the downfall of The King, as well as John Lennon and Muhammed Ali.
 
Make sure you pre-order Bill's book so can see what's real and what's not. Click here for an exclusive excerpt.