Sofia Coppola signs a film chronicling the turbulent relationship between teenager Priscilla Presley and Elvis.
The relationship between Elvis and Priscilla Presley has been described and recounted in the media for decades. And every time the story remains the same: he was the king and she was his wife. In the first trailer for the movie Priscilla Written by Sofia Coppola, based on Priscilla Presley’s memoir, Graceland resembles a prison more than a royal castle. Priscilla (Cailee Spaeny) fell in love with Elvis (Jacob Elordi), ten years her senior, when she was a young teenager. But very quickly, their relationship became more troubled.
“ What’s the point, Mr. Presley? Priscilla’s father asks the star in the clip. Women throw themselves at you. Why my daughter? » She was only 14 years old, compared to Elvis’ 24, when they first met. ” Sir, I love your daughter very muchhe answers. She is much more mature than her years. »
This affection quickly deteriorates, and soon their relationship begins to turn into physical and emotional torture, as the king tries to maintain control over his queen as she assumes her power as a young woman.
In the studio, Priscilla doesn’t hold back from voicing her opinion, especially not being interested in whatever is presented to her at the preview. But there are limits to how far she can hold back when she has to take on the role of stay-at-home mother while her husband performs in front of millions of women who would do anything to get him.
” I need a woman who understands that this kind of thing can happen“, Elvis says to Priscilla in the trailer. Will you be there or not? » He towers over her with his entire length and she has never looked so small. The last sentence she says in the trailer perfectly captures Coppola’s vision: “ I want a life of my own “.
Priscilla It will be released in France on January 3.
Larisha Paul
Translated by the editorial board
