Lisa Marie Presley reportedly made a heartfelt appeal to director Sofia Coppola, begging her to halt the release of a new movie about her parents, just months before her untimely death. The film, titled ‘Priscilla,’ is said to depict a vengeful and contemptuous portrayal of Lisa Marie’s father, the iconic Elvis Presley.
Key Takeaway
Lisa Marie Presley passionately appealed to director Sofia Coppola to stop the release of the movie ‘Priscilla,’ citing its vengeful and contemptuous portrayal of her father, Elvis Presley. Despite her pleas, the film proceeded, leaving audiences curious to form their own opinions about the controversial depiction of the legendary musician.
Voicing Her Concerns
According to emails obtained by Variety, Lisa Marie expressed her deep concern over the script, referring to it as “shockingly vengeful and contemptuous.” She believed that the movie presented her father solely as a predator and manipulator, without reflecting her own perspective or her mother’s viewpoint of her father. Lisa Marie questioned Coppola, stating, “I don’t understand why?”
Coppola, in response, reassured Lisa Marie that she had taken great care in honoring her mother and portraying her father with sensitivity and complexity. However, Lisa Marie warned that if the film was released as it was, she would be compelled to publicly express her disapproval, even if it meant going against her own mother.
A Toned-Down Adaptation
Interestingly, it appears that Sofia Coppola toned down the movie compared to its source material, Priscilla Presley‘s book, ‘Elvis and Me.’ The book reportedly contained even more scandalous stories about Elvis’s relationship with Priscilla when she was young, a topic that has faced scrutiny over the years. The controversy surrounding the film mirrors the sentiments expressed by Elvis’s estate, who called it a “travesty,” while Priscilla herself has been supportive of the project.
Despite Pleas, the Show Goes On
Despite Lisa Marie’s passionate plea to halt the movie, Sofia Coppola decided to move forward with the release of ‘Priscilla.’ The film is set to hit theaters this weekend amidst both anticipation and controversy. Early reviews have praised the movie, but it remains to be seen what the general public will make of it.
