January 2nd 2025.
There's some exciting news for fans of Austin Butler and Elvis Presley! The highly anticipated biopic, simply titled "Elvis", directed by the beloved Baz Luhrmann, is finally making its way to Netflix. Set to be released in 2022, the movie received rave reviews from both critics and fans for its gritty yet glamorous portrayal of the legendary singer's life and career that spanned the globe.
Austin Butler, who was once a child star, has received numerous accolades for his magnificent performance as the King of Rock and Roll. In fact, he even scored a coveted Oscar nomination for Best Actor, as well as winning a BAFTA and a Golden Globe for his role. The film currently holds an impressive 94% on Rotten Tomatoes with its audience score. Fans and critics alike have been blown away by the stunning visuals and Butler's captivating portrayal of the iconic musician.
Speaking of the movie, some fans took to Rotten Tomatoes to express their admiration. One user, Anna A, wrote, "The visuals of the movie were absolutely stunning, I was mesmerized and amazed throughout its entire duration. Austin Butler completely nailed his part." Another user, Julie J, echoed the sentiment, saying, "Austin Butler's performance was beautiful, captivating and insightful. Baz Luhrmann and his wife Catherine Martin are so talented in their visual creations. All of them should have swept the Oscars for this absolutely brilliant film!!"
Film critics also had nothing but praise for "Elvis". One critic, Joonatan Itkonen, shared, "Elvis is a powerhouse of music, superb performances, and immaculate filmmaking. It's a religious experience of a film. A spiritual exercise in movie making. One of the best films of the year – any year." The Observer also shared their thoughts, stating, "Of the actors who have previously tried to bottle Elvis's lightning-like magic, none has come close to the physical, emotional, electrical energy that throbs through Austin Butler's titular performance here."
In an interview with Deadline, Butler talked about the role of a lifetime, saying, "I think there will always be. It was such a huge chunk of my life that I was doing nothing else, so there are certain parts of it which will be infused in my DNA." He also shared that taking on the role came with immense terror and responsibility. He faced various challenges to secure the gig, including putting on weight to embody an older Elvis. The physical and emotional journey he went through to prepare for the role was no easy feat.
Butler also revealed that he took inspiration from actor Ryan Gosling, who reportedly prepared for a role by microwaving Häagen-Dazs and drinking it. Butler shared, "I would go get two dozen doughnuts and eat them all. I really started to pack on some pounds. It's fun for a week or so, and then you feel awful with yourself." His post-Disney career has been quite successful, with roles in films such as "Once Upon a Time...in Hollywood", "Masters of the Air", and "The Bikeriders". However, playing Elvis will always hold a special place in his heart, even if it did take a toll on his vocal cords.
In an interview with Graham Norton, Butler joked about the damage he may have caused to his vocal cords while singing so many tunes for the movie. He said, "I am getting rid of the accent, but I have probably damaged my vocal cords with all that singing. One song took 40 takes!" Fans will finally get to see Butler's incredible performance when "Elvis" arrives on Netflix UK on Friday, January 3rd.
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