Jailhouse Rock
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Actor: Elvis Presley, Jennifer Holden, Judy Tyler, Mickey Shaughnessy, Vaughn TaylorBrand: Warner Brothers
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Subtitled); English (Original Language); French (Original Language); Spanish (Original Language)
Format: Black & White, DVD, NTSC
Picture Format: 1.33:1
Running Time: 96 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2000-08-01
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Studio: Warner Home Video
Movie Reviews of Jailhouse Rock
Movie Review: Jailhouse Rock
Summary: 5 Stars
Jailhouse Rock successfully capitalized on the rebellious side of Elvis's persona, which was an aspect of his image still making headlines at the time of the film's release. As an embittered Vince Everett, Elvis portrayed the most volatile, as well as the most exciting, character of his film career. After accidentally killing a man in a barroom brawl over a woman, Vince serves a manslaughter sentence in the state penitentary, making him cynical and self-centered. While Vince is in prison. former country singer Hunk Houghton, played by veteran character actor Mickey Shaughnessy, takes the young man under his wing and teaches him how to play guitar. After his release, Vince stumbles onto a hot, new singing style. With the help of record promoter Peggy Van Alden, played by child actress Judy Tyler, he takes the entertainment industry by storm. Later, Hunk joins Vince's entourage, which becomes larger as the ambitious young singer fights his way to the top. Unfortunately, Vince leaves Peggy behind, despite her love for him. Attempting to teach the arrogant young Vince a lesson, Hunk punches Vince in the throat, injuring his vocal cords. A repentant Vince then realizes his love for Peggy, and his voice is miraculously restored.Jailhouse rock showcases Elvis Presley the rebel. Elvis's character - Vince Everett - is self-centered, overly aggressive toward women, and somewhat greedy. Though he exhibits a change of heart toward the end of the movie, it is his unruly behavior and defiant attitude that many remember from the film. This is Elvis at his finest showing off his ability to be as tough as James Dean or Marlon Brando.
Far from being greedy or selfish, in real life Elvis was known throughout his life for his generosity toward friends, acquaintances, and even complete strangers. After principle photography for Jailhouse Rock had been completed, Elvis presented all 250 crew members large envelopes inscribed with, "Thanks to the entire cast and crew". Inside each envelope was a personally autographed photo of Elvis, plus a small gift.
Elvis was devastated shortly after the production of Jailhouse Rock had wrapped when news was given that costar Judy Tyler and her new husband Gregory Lafayette were killed in a gruesome car crash near Billy The Kid, Wyoming. It was disclosed to a reporter for the Memphis Commercial Appeal that "Elvis broke down and cried".
Produced for Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer by Pandro S. Berman. Released October 17, 1957. B&W.
* There was a particulary awesome colorized version of this film released by MGM in the 1990's. Why they have not chosen to add it to the flip side of the original B&W version that is currently available is unknown.
Summary of Jailhouse Rock
Vince everett is serving a one-year jail sentence for manslaughter. While in the big house his cellmate a former country singer introduces him to the record business. Everett takes to it so well that he decides to become a singer when he gets out. Studio: Warner Home Video Release Date: 07/13/2010 Starring: Elvis Presley Jennifer Holden Run time: 96 minutes Rating: G Director: Richard Thorpe
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