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But then, as Baz Luhrmann's compelling biopic shows, he was the victim of systematic financial abuse by his manager, Colonel Tom Parker. What Luhrmann glosses over is the fact that Parker’s mismanagement was facilitated by companies that turned a blind eye to some of his machinations, colluded in others and ignored many blatant conflicts of interest.
Jun 24, 2022 · The ambitious biopic follows Elvis from a young boy growing up in Tupelo, Miss., right to the legendary rock star's end. However, while Baz Luhrmann's film bears the name of the man in the leather ...
Jun 24, 2022 · June 24, 2022. Baz Luhrmann’s bio-pic stars Austin Butler as Presley and Tom Hanks as his manager, Colonel Tom Parker. Illustration by Nada Hayek. Last year was not great for Elvis Presley ...
Dec 2, 2023 · The Kingmaker. Baz Luhrmann’s Elvis sealed Colonel Tom Parker’s reputation as greedy and conniving. In truth, Presley’s manager was the opposite—someone who would do anything for his client and friend. I n recent years, debate has opened up about Colonel Tom Parker and his influence over his most prized and famous client: Elvis Presley.
Jul 11, 2022 · The Frenetic Editing of ‘Elvis’ Is a Matter of Perspective. Baz Luhrmann's film avoids the usual beats of the biographical film in favor of an impressionistic structure: “‘Biopic' was a ...
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Jun 24, 2022 · Luhrmann is adept at hitting upon some visual image or snatch of a song that drives home the meaning of scene—and then incapable of not repeating the device until it’s drained of its effect.
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Jun 24, 2022 · The Colonel narrates Luhrmann's film, arguing that his 50% take of Elvis' earnings was completely fair, and that his exploitative instincts were a means to make a buck from the love the world ...
