"Poor Boy (Elvis Presley song) Poor Boy is a song by Elvis Presley. The song is credited to Elvis Presley and Vera Matson, the wife of Ken Darby, the principal writer, published by Elvis Presley Music. The song was featured in the movie ""Love Me Tender"" and was released as an RCA Victor EP in 1956. ""Poor Boy"" was recorded on August 24, 1956. ""Poor Boy"" appeared in the 1956 movie ""Love Me Tender"". The song was released on an RCA Victor EP from the movie, EPA-4006, which also included the title track, ""We're Gonna Move"", and ""Let Me"". ""Poor"
"Elvis (1979 film) Elvis is a 1979 American made-for-television biographical film directed by John Carpenter, and starring Kurt Russell as Elvis Presley, originally aired on ABC. It marks the last role on television for Russell, and the first collaboration between him and Carpenter. After its success on television in the United States, ""Elvis"" was released theatrically throughout Europe. It was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture Made for Television, and for three Primetime Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries or a Movie for Russell. The story follows the life and career of rock"
"as a ""better-than-average Elvis Presley vehicle"" and concluded that ""the main attraction is Elvis singing his rock 'n' roll songs, including the title tune."" Also assigning 3 stars (out of 5), ""The Motion Picture Guide"" opined """"Loving You"" is one of Presley's better films. He gives a fine performance, both in the great concert scenes and in the dramatic ones; Hal Kanter directs with vigor"". Loving You (1957 film) Loving You is a 1957 American Technicolor musical drama structured as Elvis Presley's first starring film vehicle, following his debut the previous year in a supporting role in the black-and-white film,"
"Elvis Presley, and Ray Charles. The film premiered in October 1963 at the Gramercy Arts Theater in New York City. When the film was screened at an art theater in Los Angeles, it was protested by the American Nazi Party on the basis that it insulted their flag. The police were ultimately called to the site and arrested the theater manager for public obscenity and canceled the film's run. The case went to the California Supreme Court, where the case was settled in Anger's favor. Anger explained in an interview: ""Scorpio Rising"" is considered by some to be the first"
"American singer Elvis Presley. His first role in a major picture was in the 1990 film ""Ultrà"", directed by Ricky Tognazzi. Memphis won the award for Best Supporting Actor for his portrayal of ""Red"" at the European Film Awards. He followed with roles in ""Pugni di rabbia"", ""La scorta"" and ""Il branco"". Memphis received national popularity with his interpretation of the compassionate ""Inspector Mauro Belli"" in Mediaset's Canale 5 television police drama series ""Distretto di Polizia"" ('Police District'), which aired for eight seasons from 26 September 2000 to November 2009. His character left the series in the sixth season of"
"The King"", and ""Love Me Tender: The Birth & Boom of the Elvis Hit"". Also part of the disc are original trailers for ""Love Me Tender"", ""Flaming Star"" and ""Wild in the Country"". Love Me Tender (film) Love Me Tender is a 1956 American black-and-white CinemaScope motion picture directed by Robert D. Webb, and released by 20th Century Fox on November 15, 1956. The film, named after the song, stars Richard Egan, Debra Paget, and Elvis Presley in his acting debut. It is in the Western genre with musical numbers. As Presley's movie debut, it was the only time in"
"Elvis Presley on film and television Elvis Presley (1935–1977) was an American entertainer who achieved initial success as a singer, expressing an early career goal of following in the footsteps of his role models James Dean and Marlon Brando to become a top dramatic actor. His manager Colonel Tom Parker's persistent lobbying of William Morris Agency president Abe Lastfogel for a Presley screen test paid off on March 26, 1956, when the singer auditioned at Paramount for a supporting role in ""The Rainmaker"". Although not chosen for the part, he signed a contract with Paramount producer Hal Wallis on April"
"Loving You (1957 film) Loving You is a 1957 American Technicolor musical drama structured as Elvis Presley's first starring film vehicle, following his debut the previous year in a supporting role in the black-and-white film, ""Love Me Tender"". Directed by Hal Kanter, the cast is completed by Lizabeth Scott, Wendell Corey, and Dolores Hart in her movie debut. The storyline, about a delivery man who is discovered by a music publicist and a country–western musician who want to promote the talented newcomer, was scripted by Herbert Baker and Hal Kanter, based on the short story ""A Call from Mitch Miller."""
"(1986) and ""Escape from L.A."" (1996). Russell married co-star Season Hubley on March 17, 1979, and they divorced in 1983. Bing Russell, who played Vernon Presley, is Kurt Russell's real father. For several years Bing played Deputy Clem Poster in the TV series ""Bonanza"". Elvis (1979 film) Elvis is a 1979 American made-for-television biographical film directed by John Carpenter, and starring Kurt Russell as Elvis Presley, originally aired on ABC. It marks the last role on television for Russell, and the first collaboration between him and Carpenter. After its success on television in the United States, ""Elvis"" was released theatrically"
"in a musical film. This was the only acting award that he received during his film career. Tickle Me Tickle Me is a 1965 American musical comedy film directed by Norman Taurog and starring Elvis Presley as a champion rodeo bull-rider and bronco-buster. Presley won a 1966 Golden Laurel Award as best male actor in a musical film for this role. It is the only Elvis film released by Allied Artists Pictures and saved the studio from financial collapse, ""Tickle Me"" helping to avert bankruptcy thanks to a song from its recycled soundtrack, ""(Such an) Easy Question"", which was a"
"Love Me Tender (film) Love Me Tender is a 1956 American black-and-white CinemaScope motion picture directed by Robert D. Webb, and released by 20th Century Fox on November 15, 1956. The film, named after the song, stars Richard Egan, Debra Paget, and Elvis Presley in his acting debut. It is in the Western genre with musical numbers. As Presley's movie debut, it was the only time in his acting career that he did not receive top billing. ""Love Me Tender"" was originally to be titled ""The Reno Brothers"", but when advanced sales of Presley's ""Love Me Tender"" single passed one"
"Tickle Me Tickle Me is a 1965 American musical comedy film directed by Norman Taurog and starring Elvis Presley as a champion rodeo bull-rider and bronco-buster. Presley won a 1966 Golden Laurel Award as best male actor in a musical film for this role. It is the only Elvis film released by Allied Artists Pictures and saved the studio from financial collapse, ""Tickle Me"" helping to avert bankruptcy thanks to a song from its recycled soundtrack, ""(Such an) Easy Question"", which was a Top 40 hit in the United States, peaking at #11 on the ""Billboard"" Hot 100 and reaching"
"have commonly used the star vehicle format to capitalize on the popularity of their performer. Among the earliest examples is ""The Jazz Singer"" (1927), which drew on the popularity of Al Jolson. Elvis Presley was perhaps the most prolific star vehicle performer, featured in 25 films between 1956 and 1969. While Presley's films were a commercial success, they mostly failed to attract critical acclaim, being made primarily as a platform for his musical performances. On the other hand, Frank Sinatra is noted as a performer whose filmography strengthened his musical popularity and critical credibility. Although his first leading-role film, ""Meet"
"""The Lady Loves Me"" made it into the final film and none of them were commercially released until years after Presley's death, due to concerns by Colonel Tom Parker that Ann-Margret's presence threatened to overshadow Elvis. Ann-Margret introduced Presley to David Winters, whom she recommended as a choreographer for their film. ""Viva Las Vegas"" was Winters' first feature film choreography job and was his first of four movies with Presley, and his first of five films, including ""Kitten with a Whip"" (1964), ""Bus Riley's Back in Town"" (1965), ""Made in Paris"" (1966), and ""The Swinger"" (1966), and two TV specials"
"Despite never getting to meet FBI director J. Edgar Hoover, Presley did receive a letter from him on January 4, 1971, acknowledging his offer of assistance. Elvis Meets Nixon Elvis Meets Nixon is 1997 film directed by Allan Arkush and starring Rick Peters, Bob Gunton, and Alyson Court. It is an embellished account of the true story of American singer Elvis Presley meeting President Richard Nixon on December 21, 1970. The film had a VHS release, but has not yet been released on DVD or Blu-ray. Elvis Presley, bored with his confined existence in Graceland, leaves his home on his"
"The film was first shown at Loew's State Theater in New York City on July 2, 1958. During the opening week, it ranked number five in box office earnings on the ""Variety"" national survey. ""Billboard"" wrote: Elvis Presley's new film shapes up as a box-office winner. It's got plenty of action and characterisation and the star gives his best acting performance to date ... (the) Incidents and characters of the original novel are distorted, but the plot stands up well and the dialog is salty and emotion-packed. As Danny, Presley exhibits improved histrionics and provides many moving and tense moments."
"Loving You (soundtrack) Loving You is the first soundtrack album by American singer and musician Elvis Presley. It was released by RCA Victor Records in mono, LPM 1515, in July 1957 to accompany his first starring film, ""Loving You"" (1957). Recording sessions took place on January 15, 16, 17, and 18, 1957, at the Paramount Pictures Scoring Stage, and on January 12, 13, 19, and February 23 and 24, 1957, at Radio Recorders in Hollywood. These are the first sessions where Steve Sholes is officially listed as producer. It spent ten weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Top Pop"
"Viva Las Vegas Viva Las Vegas is a 1964 American musical film starring Elvis Presley and actress Ann-Margret. Directed by golden age Hollywood musical director George Sidney, the film is regarded by fans and film critics as one of Presley's best movies, and it is noted for the on-screen chemistry between Presley and Ann-Margret. It also presents a strong set of ten musical song-and-dance scenes choreographed by David Winters and features his dancers. ""Viva Las Vegas"" was a hit at movie theaters, as it was #14 on the ""Variety"" year end box office list of the top-grossing movies of 1964."
"Roustabout (film) Roustabout is a 1964 American musical feature film starring Elvis Presley as a singer who takes a job working with a struggling carnival. The film was produced by Hal Wallis and directed by John Rich from a screenplay by Anthony Lawrence and Allan Weiss. The screenplay was nominated for a Writers Guild of America award for best written American musical although ""Roustabout"" received a lukewarm review in ""Variety"". The film's soundtrack album was one of Elvis Presley's most successful, reaching no. 1 on the Billboard Album Chart. It was filmed at Paramount Studios with location for carnival sequences"
"Double Trouble (1967 film) Double Trouble is a 1967 American musical film starring Elvis Presley. The comedic plot concerns an American singer who crosses paths with criminals in Europe. The movie was #58 on the year-end list of the top-grossing films of 1967. Elvis was paid $750,000 plus 40% of the profits. Howard Thompson of ""The New York Times"" called the film ""pretty fair and far better than the last three Presley clinkers,"" adding, ""The studio-photographed action, most of it very silly, has been blended rather neatly with the authentic backgrounds. At least the picture moves. Furthermore, the good tunes"
"performed in one single unedited shot—the only known example of such a technique in Presley's movie career. The film grossed $9,442,967 at the box office, earning $5 million in U.S. theatrical rentals. For his role in ""Viva Las Vegas"", Elvis Presley received a third place prize 1965 Laurel Award for best male performance in a musical film. ""Viva Las Vegas"" also received the 1965 Laurel Award for runner-up in the category of the best musical of 1964. Ann-Margret was praised for her on screen chemistry with Elvis, as she nearly stole the film from him. Some critics in 1964 were"
"sound of rock and roll. His energized interpretations of songs and sexually provocative performance style, combined with a singularly potent mix of influences across color lines during a transformative era in race relations, made him enormously popular—and controversial. In November 1956, Presley made his film debut in ""Love Me Tender"". Drafted into military service in 1958, Presley relaunched his recording career two years later with some of his most commercially successful work. He held few concerts however, and guided by Parker, proceeded to devote much of the 1960s to making Hollywood films and soundtrack albums, most of them critically derided."
"York, hosted this time by its namesake, on October 28. After the performance, crowds in Nashville and St. Louis burned him in effigy. His first motion picture, ""Love Me Tender"", was released on November 21. Though he was not top billed, the film's original title—""The Reno Brothers""—was changed to capitalize on his latest number one record: ""Love Me Tender"" had hit the top of the charts earlier that month. To further take advantage of Presley's popularity, four musical numbers were added to what was originally a straight acting role. The film was panned by the critics but did very well"
"three number one hits with ""Too Much"", ""All Shook Up"", and ""(Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear"". His second film, ""Loving You"", opened on July 30 to box office success. His Christmas album was released on October 15 and his third film, ""Jailhouse Rock"", opened on October 17. On December 20, Presley received his draft notice. He was granted a deferment so he could finish the forthcoming film ""King Creole"", which had already received an investment of $350,000 from Paramount Pictures and producer Hal Wallis. At the beginning of 1958, Presley's single ""Don't"" topped the charts. Presley was inducted into"
"shot, and even fighting 'himself', seems strangely wasted, so little importance does the similarity of Josh and Jodie have in the story."" Screenwriters Gene Nelson and Gerald Drayson Adams were nominated for the Writers Guild of America Award in the category of Best Written American Musical (won by ""Mary Poppins""). Kissin' Cousins Kissin' Cousins (stylized onscreen as KISƧIN' COUSINS) is a 1964 American musical Panavision Metrocolor comedy film directed by Gene Nelson and starring Elvis Presley. Written by Gerald Drayson Adams and Gene Nelson, the film featured Presley playing two roles: an Air Force officer, with dark hair, and his"
"Another musical, ""King Creole"" (1958), starred Elvis Presley and Carolyn Jones. When asked to direct Elvis, who was then the ""king of rock and roll"", Curtiz could only laugh, assuming Elvis would not be able to act. After a few conversations with him, however, his opinion changed: ""I began to sit up and take notice,"" Curtiz said, adding, ""I guarantee that he'll amaze everyone. He shows formidable talent. What's more, he'll get the respect he so dearly desires."" During filming, Elvis was always the first one on the set. When he was told what to do, regardless of how unusual"
"The first movie revolves around one Bob Gratton (played by Julien Poulin, who co-wrote and co-directed the movies with Falardeau) and his passion for Elvis Presley. Gratton's life goal is to win fame as an Elvis impersonator, and he achieves it through a local TV talent show contest whose prize is a cruise to the fictional island resort of Santa Banana. After his return from Santa Banana Gratton is called on to don his Elvis costume one more time, but because he has gained weight in the interim, he has trouble fitting into it and collapses on stage during a"
"the many movies to film at Bell Ranch were ""Gunsight Ridge"" (1957), starring Joel McCrea; ""Escort West"" (1959), starring Victor Mature; ""Hombre"" (1967), starring Paul Newman; ""Gun Fever"" (1958), starring Mark Stevens; and ""Love Me Tender"" (1956), the first movie of Elvis Presley. The climactic sequence in the Elvis movie ""Love Me Tender"", a Western that also starred Richard Egan and Debra Paget, was filmed on a rugged slope at Bell Ranch known as the ""Rocky Hill,"" with its exact location remaining a mystery for almost 60 years until it was discovered on an expedition by film historians in early"
"his way through six blazing minutes of 'Merry Christmas Baby,' a raunchy old Charles Brown blues. ... If [Presley's] sin was his lifelessness, it was his sinfulness that brought him to life"". MGM again filmed Presley in April 1972, this time for ""Elvis on Tour"", which went on to win the Golden Globe Award for Best Documentary Film that year. His gospel album ""He Touched Me"", released that month, would earn him his second competitive Grammy Award, for Best Inspirational Performance. A 14-date tour commenced with an unprecedented four consecutive sold-out shows at New York's Madison Square Garden. The evening"
"Follow That Dream Follow That Dream is a 1962 American musical film starring Elvis Presley made by Mirisch Productions. The movie was based on the 1959 novel ""Pioneer, Go Home!"" by Richard P. Powell. Producer Walter Mirisch liked the song ""Follow that Dream"" and retitled the picture. The movie reached #5 on the ""Variety"" weekly Box Office Survey, staying on the chart for three weeks, and finishing at #33 on the year end list of the top-grossing movies of 1962. A vagabond family composed of Pop Kwimper (Arthur O'Connell); his good-natured but unsophisticated son, Toby (Elvis Presley); and various informally"
"Elvis Presley in ""G.I. Blues"" (1960). During shooting of the film, they had a short and intense fling. ""Elvis and I had an affair. ... We had a sexual attraction like two healthy young people, but he was already a victim of his fans. We always met in his room and never went out."" Prowse also made a brief cameo appearance in the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer documentary film, """" (1970) as an interviewed audience member about to attend Elvis Presley's opening night show at the International Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada on August 10, 1970. She starred with Denny Scott Miller on"
"by a fashion photographer who helped her get work in commercials and other small parts, and organized her first film audition in 1980 for the role of Emmeline in ""The Blue Lagoon"" (1980), which she lost to the younger Brooke Shields. At that time she changed her last name to Preston. Her first prominent film roles came in 1985, firstly as Marilyn McCauley in romantic comedy teen flick ""Mischief"" and then as the beautiful but shallow Deborah Ann Fimple in another teen romantic comedy, ""Secret Admirer"". Other notable roles included ""SpaceCamp"" (1986), ""Twins"" (1988) with Arnold Schwarzenegger and Danny DeVito,"
"is hard to laugh continually at someone whose face is seen a couple of times bruised and bleeding in the ring."" Kid Galahad Kid Galahad is a 1962 American musical film starring Elvis Presley as a boxer. It was released by United Artists. The film opened at #9 at the box office when released in the United States in August 1962. ""Variety"" ranked it #37 on the list of the top-grossing films of 1962. ""Kid Galahad"" was shot on location in Idyllwild, California. Its supporting cast included Gig Young, Lola Albright and Charles Bronson. Some critics rate it as one"