EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert" Hits the Big Screen: A Tribute to the King of Rock 'n' Roll
Elvis Presley is making a comeback on the silver screen with the release of "EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert," directed by Baz Luhrmann. This concert documentary serves as a companion piece to Luhrmann's successful biopic "Elvis," which garnered critical acclaim and box office success. "EPiC" premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival and had its U.S. debut at Graceland in front of a crowd of Elvis fans.
The film will open in IMAX theaters nationwide on February 19, with screenings at the Malco Paradiso in Memphis. Following its debut, "EPiC" will continue to be shown on IMAX screens for the next week before expanding to other theaters on February 27. The documentary focuses on Elvis' concert years from 1969 to 1977, showcasing previously unseen footage from the Warner Bros. vaults and the Graceland archive.
Director Baz Luhrmann and editor Jonathan Redmond crafted "EPiC" from hours of footage to create a 97-minute theatrical feature that captures the essence of Elvis' live performances in Las Vegas. The film aims to bring Elvis back to the big screen and celebrate his legacy as the King of Rock 'n' Roll. "EPiC" is distributed by Neon in the U.S. and Universal internationally.
For those interested in watching "EPiC" in the Memphis area, advance tickets and showtimes can be found on the Malco website. Don't miss the chance to experience the magic of Elvis Presley's iconic concerts in this captivating documentary.