MovieOn Wednesday, the world premiere of ‘Elvis’ took place in Cannes and that premiere did not go unnoticed. There were many familiar faces on the red carpet. Tom Hanks and Austin Butler, who star in the film themselves, were there. In addition, famous people from their own country were also present. Jacques Vermeire and his daughter Julie were spotted on the red carpet.
Olivia DeJonge, who plays Priscilla Presley, was also present at the world premiere of ‘Elvis’. She was also joined by director Baz Luhrmann. Among the guests we also saw Shakira, Rebecca Hall, Winnie Harlow, Sharon Stone, Måneskin and Kylie Minogue on the red carpet. After the film, it was time for an afterparty with performances by Italian rock group Måneskin and DJ sensation Diplo.
Jacques and Julie Vermeire are already enthusiastic about the film. “What a night! This movie really blew me away. The images, the music, the acting. You really have to go to the cinema for this film,” says Julie Vermeire. And Jacques Vermeire himself is also enthusiastic. “Baz Luhrmann has really succeeded in making a beautiful film with a lot of love for Elvis. What can Austin Butler act. A discovery!”
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Hospitalized
‘Elvis’ explores the life and music of Elvis Presley (Austin Butler), starting from the perspective of his complicated relationship with his mysterious manager, Colonel Tom Parker (Hanks). The story chronicles the complex dynamics between Presley and Parker, from Presley’s breakthrough to his status as an unprecedented superstar, against the backdrop of America’s changing cultural landscape. At the center of that journey is one of the most important and influential people in Elvis’ life: Priscilla Presley (Olivia DeJonge).
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Austin Butler, who plays the role of Elvis, will not soon forget the shooting of the film. Immediately after the last shooting day, the actor was taken to the hospital. In an interview with ‘GQ Magazine’ Butler says that he suddenly had a huge stomachache. “It was like my whole body just stopped working.” He continues: “I woke up at four in the morning with persistent pain. I was then taken to the hospital, because it seemed like my body was just completely exhausted.” Fortunately, it turned out to be a false alarm. Butler was soon released from the hospital. Although he was prescribed a flat rest.
‘Elvis’ can be seen with us from June 22.
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