A period drama that viewers have described as « absorbing » and « intoxicating » is presently available to stream for free – though fans eager to watch have only a limited window to do so.
Sofia Coppola’s biographical film Priscilla arrived on BBC iPlayer almost a year ago, and there’s now just one month remaining to view it before it leaves the platform.
Cailee Spaeny takes on the role of Priscilla, earning a Best Actress nomination at the Golden Globes for her performance, whilst Jacob Elordi plays Elvis. According to BBC iPlayer’s synopsis: « Fourteen-year-old schoolgirl Priscilla Beaulieu is accustomed to the unsettled life of an army family.
« Invited to a party at Elvis Presley’s house as he carries out his military service in Germany, the shy teenager catches his eye and is gradually drawn into a strange and unhealthy co-dependent life. »
At the time of writing, the 2023 film boasts an impressive 84 per cent critics’ rating on Rotten Tomatoes. However, audiences gave it a more modest 64 per cent score on average.
One enthusiastic reviewer praised: « A tender, poignant drama and an excellent continuation of her muted but no less intoxicating style. It shows [Sofia] Coppola at her most understanding as she presents a complex, multi-faceted love story where two lovers drift apart. »
Another cinema-goer remarked: « This was probably the most visually stunning movie I’ve seen, » whilst a third enthused: « Great movie! Very engrossing – felt like I was right there with her every step of the way. The chemistry between the lead actors was mesmerizing. »
A fourth commented: « A really we done biopic about Priscilla. Truly shows how even in a house full of people she was still lonely. Cailee Spaeny and Jacob Elordi work really we as Elvis and Priscilla, especially with the height difference. »
Yet one more sceptical audience member observed: « Truth be told, this film is little more than the story of a relationship between child and the childish. A rather tedious, and in parts, even a queasy watch, even for the Elvis fan. »
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