Oscar-nominated director Baz Luhrmann on his new biopic 'Elvis'

Oscar-nominated Baz Luhrmann directed, wrote and produced the new biopic "Elvis," telling the story of the American icon. Luhrmann joins "CBS Mornings" to share how he put together a star-studded cast, his inspirations for the film and what he hopes audiences learn about the legendary singer.

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[vilaharrison]

Elvis received an honorable discharge from the US Army and served in Germany where he met his wife, Priscilla. My next door neighbor served with him in training in Texas. He had nothing but good things to say about Elvis back then.
Also, he always wanted to be treated like everyone else, refusing any special "celebrity" perks as he could have gotten back in those days if you were wondering. I asked if he got his autograph or photo and he answered "no", why would I? He was just like us and carried his fair share of the work like every soldier was expected to. Of course this happened in the late 1950s, and those people are in their 80s now a days.

[laurastone]

That black leather outfit that Elvis wore in his 1968 comeback special is hands-down the sexiest outfit ever worn! ~sigh~

[va]

I don’t know what the right words are, When I watch what he entered into, his voice was magical but for the time he was in the popular culture said unbelievable comments and the same from other famous blues artists when I see Elvis saying he can’t criticize any other artists “There’s room for all of us” what a gifted person he was not just in his voice but compassion to touch so many it’s still being felt in 2022😎 There is only one King and he said that too. Thank you God for letting us all lose ourselves in the gift of music That’s made for EVERYONE!….

[concept]

Literally just wrote an essay on why Luhrmann’s version of romeo and juliet was the most effective adaptation of the play

[melodyal]

Huge respect to Baz, he is truly true Master of his scraft! I adore all of his movies, they are in top of my fav. Elvis was, unsurprisingly, one more masterpiece added to his other masterpiece's films. <3

[jimturiello]

Ok fans the bottom line is Elvis time is Now, Elvis deserves an Oscar hands down from Hollywood. This movie is coming at the perfect time on what Elvis fans needed for decades, to get Elvis back in the minds of everyone not just his fans, time for Elvis is Now…the movement must be started, spread the word….
Ok fans, these interviews and the stars are what Hollywood was all about and it somehow got lost….now in a unique way it’s back….I was lucky to experience the Elvis world he created back in the 50’s ….black & white television appearances, buying his 45’s for 39 cents, going to see Love Me Tender in a movie palace, that’s right a movie palace in Washington Heights, New York….years later Elvis live in Madison Square Garden…fast forward 3 1/2 years ago I began writing my book, never knowing that this monumental movie was in the works…Of course I haven’t seen the movie yet, only the trailers but the new book Elvis: The Quest for an Oscar gives an accurate account of why Elvis deserves an Oscar for not only his 31 movies but for his unequaled contributions to the movie industry. On another note everyone who had the opportunity to see Elvis movies in the theaters when they were originally released always came away with a unique and gratifying movie experience. Elvis was not only a movie star but a great actor also. Austin Butler will absolutely win the Oscar for his performance in “Elvis”. This is the movie you must see, Elvis: The Quest for an Oscar is the book you must read, 536 pages with a great cover. It’s time Hollywood recognized Elvis for his contributions to the movie industry…when Austin Butler gets his Oscar next year and he will, Hollywood needs to right the ship and give one to Elvis. For those who say I’m wrong, for those who want to criticize these feelings, remember what you are witnessing is coming from the greatness that Elvis possessed……Elvis never really left the building, he is forever right there in our minds and hearts….as Ed Sullivan would say “tonight this is going to be a really really big show right here on our stage, Elvis……Presley………

[MeMeDaVinci]

Baz Luhrman is by far the most interesting director. I didn't like Moulin Rouge, never saw Romeo & Juliet, and wasn't interested in DiCaprio's version of Gatsby. I loved Elvis. What I like about Luhrman's approach is that he puts an intellectual spin on the storytelling, taking a deep dive into the research and coming up with this colorful and innovative way to tell the story that he wants to show on screen. He adds bits and pieces of entertainment and education about his subject matter that has not been present in previous depictions. This movie is definitely going to receive many, many Oscar nominations.

[Rockchild]

I LOVE this movie. It's Austin Butler kills it as Elvis Presley. AND he's adorable!

[ruthnagarya]

BAZ, AUSTIN AND TOM will GET OSCARS FOR THIS FILM, IT'S ABSOLUTELY MIND BLOWING.

[jackiekavanagh]

Well done baz your lovely man god bless jackie kavanagh from Ireland

[aztro]

Odd how they don't mention his 2008 movie "Australia".

[marlinoradossantos]

Eles pensa quê elves preles está morto ele não morreu 👑🌟🎸💯 deixa seu legado 👑👑🌟

[angelawillis]

Baz, I think your next movie should be based on Pricilla and her point of view also. I know Elvis moved mountains beyond what most people will understand and it’s more than his music to me, but I’d also love to see and hear Her point of view for sure also.

[soniabautistabuenaventura]

Amazing movie & director😍💖👍🏻& Austin Butler the best💪🏻💫💪🏻💫🌠💙👍🏻

[jonathangullett]

He may be the most important director outside of Steven Spielberg

[runoz]

No matter the color, gotta pay homage, appreciate the influence & when telling a true story must include those unseen facts & truths, wherever it comes from...
🤔🤨

[zerocool]

The acting was great, the movie over all was wonderful. I had two issues, my personal opinion... The lay out was different from the first half of the movie to the other. Also, adding modern music like rap is insulting to Elvis, basically saying his music alone doesn't.cut it. And if you wanted modern music then stick to rock and roll and rhythm and blues. Seemed off putting. And I love all music, just Elvis is Elvis, you don't need anything else.

[ragingsilence]

"I'm not the king. Jesus is the King. I'm just an entertainer". Elvis was reported to have said that. Amen if it's true. Hallelujah if he meant it.

[yvonneplant]

The movie did not recreate Elvis' appearance on Ed Sullivan or from the movie Jail House Rock. Those were the only problems I had with the movie.

[barbarazielinska]

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