All articles tagged with #priscilla
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Yale Climate Connections
Multiple storms are impacting the Atlantic and eastern Pacific, with Karen becoming the northernmost named storm on record in the Atlantic, Jerry bringing heavy rains to the Leeward Islands, Priscilla's remnants causing flash floods in the U.S. Southwest, and a non-tropical storm causing significant coastal flooding in the U.S. Mid-Atlantic region.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by IFLScience
A Maori octopus named Priscilla was observed hunting and successfully consuming a banjo shark in Australian waters, showcasing the impressive hunting skills and intelligence of this large Southern Hemisphere species.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by HuffPost
Jacob Elordi appeared on "The Tonight Show" and was offered a chance to smell a "Jacob Elordi’s Bathwater" candle inspired by a creepy bathtub scene from a film. He joked about the creation of the candle and then pretended to slurp it up, describing the scent as similar to a washing room.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo Entertainment
Sofia Coppola's film "Priscilla" reinterprets the love story of Priscilla and Elvis Presley, focusing on Priscilla's perspective. Cinematographer Philippe Le Sourd emphasizes this viewpoint through color contrasts between Europe and America, and by framing shots to connect audiences with Priscilla's emotional state, often leaving Elvis out of reverse shots or showing him from the back, underscoring that the film is more about her experience than his.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Hollywood Reporter
Sofia Coppola's biopic "Priscilla," starring Cailee Spaeny and Jacob Elordi as Priscilla and Elvis Presley, is now available to stream. The film, based on Priscilla Beaulieu Presley's memoir "Elvis and Me," follows their love story and the ups and downs of their relationship. "Priscilla" can be rented or purchased in 4K Ultra HD on Prime Video and other video-on-demand platforms.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Variety
Colman Domingo and Jacob Elordi, who have worked together on the set of "Euphoria" without sharing a scene, discuss their experiences portraying historical figures in upcoming projects. Domingo talks about his role as Civil Rights leader Bayard Rustin in "Rustin," while Elordi discusses his portrayal of Elvis in Sofia Coppola's "Priscilla." They also bond over being mama's boys and the deep attachments they have to their craft.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Daily Mail
Actor Jacob Elordi, known for his role in "The Kissing Booth" series, reveals how he gained weight to play Elvis Presley in the biopic "Priscilla." Elordi indulged in junk food like bacon, burgers, and Uber Eats, consuming about a pound of bacon every day. He also read Priscilla Presley's memoir and extensively studied Elvis' performances to prepare for the role. Elordi covers GQ's Global Men of the Year issue, showcasing a different look from his breakout role. He discusses his disinterest in superhero movies and his preference for making films he would personally enjoy watching.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Vulture
Sofia Coppola's film "Priscilla" explores the control exerted by Elvis Presley over his wife Priscilla Beaulieu, as reflected in her clothing choices. The film's costume designer, Stacey Battat, meticulously crafted over 120 costumes for Priscilla, showcasing her evolution from a young girl to a confident woman. The costumes, inspired by the 1950s, '60s, and '70s, were carefully chosen to reflect Priscilla's journey and the changing dynamics of her relationship with Elvis. The film's final scene, where Priscilla says goodbye to Elvis in pants, symbolizes her newfound independence and departure from their controlling relationship.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Washington Post
Sofia Coppola's latest film, "Priscilla," explores the unbalanced power dynamic between a young Priscilla Beaulieu and Elvis Presley, depicting her journey from a naive adolescent to a trapped wife. Coppola's films often focus on privileged characters who are adrift and isolated, and "Priscilla" is no exception. The film delves into the monotony and control of Priscilla's life at Graceland, highlighting the emotional and physical abuse she endures. Coppola's storytelling offers a unique perspective, challenging audiences to empathize with Priscilla's gradual recognition of her misery and casting a shadow on the legacy of a pop culture legend.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Deadline
The box office continues to suffer from the actors strike, with ticket sales dropping to the fourth-lowest of 2023. The absence of the highly anticipated film Dune: Part Two, which was postponed to March 2024, has resulted in a significant loss of revenue. Five Nights at Freddy's surpasses $100 million in domestic box office, but experiences a steep drop in its second weekend. Taylor Swift's concert film remains in the top two, while A24's Priscilla performs well in its expanded release. Radical, a Spanish-language film starring Eugenio Derbez, achieves strong numbers, and Meg Ryan's return to rom-com with What Happens Later has a modest opening. The Marsh King's Daughter struggles at the box office.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Variety
Despite a projected 78% drop in its second weekend, "Five Nights at Freddy's" remains at the top of the domestic box office. Other films entering semi-wide release include "Priscilla," which draws strong reviews and hopes to stay in the awards conversation, "What Happens Later," which has received a lukewarm response, and "The Marsh King's Daughter," which has faced negative reviews and low anticipation. "Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour" is expected to take second place, while "Killers of the Flower Moon" and "The Exorcist: Believer" round out the top five.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Variety
The film "Priscilla" directed by Sofia Coppola features a soundtrack that includes songs from the Ronettes and the Righteous Brothers, but no Elvis Presley songs due to difficulties obtaining the rights. Music supervisor Randall Poster recreated a few Elvis songs that were in the public domain and used other pop music from the era to enhance the story of Priscilla Beaulieu's relationship with Elvis. The film's instrumental themes were inspired by Elvis, and the final scene features Dolly Parton's "I Will Always Love You."
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Entertainment Weekly News
Lisa Marie Presley expressed concerns to director Sofia Coppola about the portrayal of her father, Elvis Presley, in the film "Priscilla." In emails obtained by Variety, Lisa Marie stated that the script depicted her father as a predator and manipulative, and questioned Coppola's perspective. Coppola responded, expressing hope that Lisa Marie would feel differently after seeing the final film, and emphasized her intention to honor Priscilla Presley's story with sensitivity. Priscilla Presley, who is an executive producer on the project, has praised the film, but Lisa Marie expressed worry about her mother's judgment and the potential impact on Elvis's legacy.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Chicago Sun-Times
"Priscilla" is a quietly unsettling and haunting film directed by Sofia Coppola, based on the book "Elvis and Me" by Priscilla Presley and Sandra Harmon. The movie explores the courtship and neglect of Priscilla Beaulieu by Elvis Presley, highlighting the unsettling age difference between them. Cailee Spaeny delivers a star-making performance as Priscilla, while Jacob Elordi portrays Elvis as an insecure and self-consumed man-child. The film takes its time to depict their early courtship in Germany and later follows their tumultuous relationship in Memphis, Vegas, and Los Angeles. "Priscilla" captures Priscilla's transition from a young girl swept up in a fairy tale to a disillusioned mother.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Page Six
The movie "Priscilla," directed by Sofia Coppola and based on Priscilla Presley's autobiography, is receiving critical acclaim but is causing tension among Elvis Presley's family. Insiders reveal that the portrayal of Elvis and Priscilla's relationship, the casting choices, and the focus on Priscilla being 14 when she met Elvis have all been sources of discontent. Lisa Marie Presley was reportedly not happy with the script and believed her mother was being manipulated by the filmmakers. The Elvis estate refused permission to use his music in the film, and the movie is not well-received among the wider Presley world.