Elvis

The Islamic Blueprint of Dune

How Frank Herbert and his iconic sci-fi “Dune” were influenced by Islam and the cultures of the Middle East.…

April 9, 2024

The image of a man in a suit and hat with a dark tie repeats through sets of images descending in three film strips, each of which is in imperfect alignment with each other. The first man is in a grey strip, reaching to touch the shoulder of his clone in a green strip, who in turn is staring at his copy in a blue strip, as if they are in a cycle repeating endlessly through time.

Black & White: The Historic Film Technique Directors Are Rediscovering

Santiago Rivera, Washington University in St. Louis

In the modern era of digital coloring and novel technologies, how is modern cinema reinventing its roots in Black and White?…

March 28, 2024

In an article about "Elvis and Me," an image of Priscilla Presley

Sofia Coppola’s Adaptation of “Elvis and Me” Deserves Fans’ Trust

Ally Najera, California State University, Northridge

The upcoming film based on Priscilla Presley's memoir will present the famous singer from yet another perspective.…

November 12, 2022

austin butler as Elvis during two stages of his life

‘Elvis’ Is in the Building – and Also an Amazing Film

Ally Najera, California State University, Northridge

Austin Butler’s performance in this blockbuster biopic will have you all shook up!…

July 16, 2022

Doja Cat, the singer of lead single 'Vegas'

Doja Cat’s ‘Vegas’ Makes a Statement in the ‘Elvis’ Biopic

Cassandra Jenkins, Temple University

The new single and its music video pay homage to Big Mama Thornton, who — unbeknownst to most — originally recorded 'Hound Dog.'…

June 27, 2022

an illustration of Elvis in front of a microphone

Truly a Jailhouse Rock: ‘Elvis’ Looks as If It Will Ignore the Singer’s Problematic Aspects

Kylie Clifton, Loyola Marymount University

Once again, the rocker's life story takes to the screen in a dazzling biopic trailer that comes up short in honestly addressing his darker side.…

June 11, 2022

An illustrated portrait of Elvis, one of the most iconic musicians

‘Elvis’ Goes From the Grand Stage to the Silver Screen

Aly Walters, Michigan State University

After a steady stream of movies depicting the rise of rock legends like Queen, Elton John and The Beatles, the King of Rock 'n' Roll will be the latest to receive the biopic treatment. …

April 6, 2022

Sister Rosetta Tharpe Is the Unsung Legend of Rock ‘n’ Roll

Gabrielle Pascal, Hofstra University

Before Elvis ever took the stage, this woman was combining gospel, blues and jazz to pioneer the genre we all know today.…

August 4, 2020

Image of POC songwriter Rose Marie McCoy smiling behind a microphone

These POC Songwriters Never Got the Recognition They Deserved

Aubrey Doerr, Chapman University

You know who Frank Sinatra and Elvis Presley are, so now it's time to learn about the artists behind some of their greatest hits, Charles Singleton and Rose Marie McCoy.…

July 25, 2020

Which of These 6 People Should Play the King in the Upcoming Elvis Biopic?

Katelyn Melder, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

These six actors and musicians have got us all shook up.…

July 13, 2019

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