Videos with controversial facts about Elvis’ life and career are dominating TikTok after the release of the biopic
The biopic of Elvis directed by Baz Luhrmann is one of the most anticipated movies of 2022. With Austin Butler in the role of the King of Rock, soundtrack with names like doja cat and Eminem, Tom Hanks as Colonel Tom Parker and critical acclaim, Long looks promising.
However, according to an article in Rolling Stone USAthe interest in Elvis has been decreasing over the years and, therefore, the musician’s estate was thinking of ideas to win back the public. They probably expected the movie from Luhrmann had an effect similar to Bohemian Rhapsody (2018), which won over Generation Z with hits from Queen.
However, according to the podcast Rolling Stone USA, Don’t Let This Flopthe effect may be the opposite, largely for the same reasons that Elvis slip at the beginning of the race. TikTok is full of videos about the singer capable of making the public uncomfortable with the idea of a film that celebrates the life of the rock star.
From stories of appropriation of black culture – which includes black dance styles and music that have been incorporated into his career, as well as accusations of racism – to his relationship with his wife. Priscillawho met him when he was 14 and he was 24: various contents are making a negative publicity about the life and career of Elvis for the younger audience.
According to the Rolling Stone USAsome videos are even funny, as users think this is the first time they are “canceling” Elvis. But the point is that Elvis it was canceled. Millennials and Generation X themselves have very strong opinions about the issues surrounding the life of the King of Rock.
Despite the controversies and the complicated legacy that Elvis left, singer is still a reference in music and success among the public. movie from Luhrmann grossed $30.5 million at the box office in its opening weekend, tying with Top Gun: Maverick (2022). In Brazil, the feature is scheduled for release on July 14. Check out the trailer:
Source: Rollingstone
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