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2022 · 159 min · PG-13

Elvis

Directed by Baz Luhrmann · Music, History, Drama

Elvis (2022) is a Music film, directed by Baz Luhrmann set in Memphis and Las Vegas during the 1950s–1970s. It runs 159 minutes and is rated PG-13.

A biopic, with a melancholic and nostalgic tone. Themes of greed & ambition and betrayal run throughout.

Composer
Elliott Wheeler
Cinematography
Mandy Walker
Cast
Austin ButlerTom HanksOlivia DeJongeHelen ThomsonRichard RoxburghKelvin Harrison Jr.David WenhamKodi Smit-McPhee

The world of this film

Setting

Where
MemphisLas Vegas
Setting
Urban
When
1950s1960s1970s

Premise & themes

Premise
Biopic
Themes
Greed & AmbitionBetrayal
Tone
MelancholicNostalgic

Shape

Protagonist
Two Hander
Pacing
Propulsive
Based on
True Story

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