Baz Luhrmann's film Elvis London Premiere

The transcript discusses a personal journey intertwined with the story of Colonel Tom Parker and the rise and fall of show business. It highlights family perspectives on the film, skepticism, and the unique casting process for portraying Elvis. The narrative concludes with a special screening event, emphasizing the authenticity of the portrayal and the distinction between the real person and the icon.

What is the main idea behind integrating Tom Parker into the narrative?

• To highlight the importance of show over business

• To demonstrate the rise and fall of a partnership

• To focus solely on the business aspect

• To ignore the tragic elements of the story

How does Elvis's family perceive him, according to the speaker?

• As a mere icon

• As a distant celebrity

• As a husband and father

• As a Halloween costume

What was unique about the casting process for the role of Elvis?

• It was a traditional audition

• It involved a video that wasn't an audition

• It was based on a public vote

• It was decided by a panel of judges

What personal experience did the actor share that connected him to Elvis?

• His love for music

• His interest in the 1950s

• His previous acting roles

• His loss of a family member

What does the speaker emphasize about the actor's transformation into Elvis?

• It was based on physical resemblance

• It took two years

• It was purely method acting

• It was a quick change