How do you bring Elvis Presley back to the stage in a way that feels immediate, immersive, and larger than life?
On this episode of Meet Me at the Movies, Noel T. Manning II sits down with visionary filmmaker Baz Luhrmann to discuss his bold new cinematic experience, EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert.
Elvis Presley performing at International Hotel, Las Vegas, August 12th, 1970 in EPiC: ELVIS PRESLEY IN CONCERT. Photo courtesy of NEON.
Luhrmann explores how cutting-edge cinematic techniques and restored performance footage breathe new life into the King’s electrifying stage presence. If you’re a fan of Elvis, music archives, or big-screen events, check out this interview.
Meet Me at the Movies airs weekly on C19 TV. Screen Scene airs weekly on weekly on NPR affiliate WNCW. Clips are used by permission for review, commentary, and editorial purposes. Noel T. Manning II is a registered film journalist and member of the Critics Choice Association, SEFCA, and the North Carolina Film Critics Association.
Music on this episode provided by Johnny Russell, Voni Morrison, and Dale Evans. Opening and closing theme lyrics by Phil Ruff.
Watch now and experience the King in a whole new way.
Official Synopsis:
Elvis sings and tells his story like never before in a new cinematic experience from visionary filmmaker Baz Luhrmann.
In select IMAX and regular theaters February 27th, 2026.
For more information, head to the official NEON EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert webpage.
Noel T. Manning is a member of the CCA, SEFCA and the NCFCA and also hosts Meet Me at the Movies and Screen Scene. He’s the founder of the Real to Reel Film Fest and has served over 20 years as an adjunct professor of film studies. When he’s not embracing mainstream, indie, international, documentary or art films, he’s exploring the world of visual arts and entertainment by chatting with those in front of and behind the cameras.
Meet Me at the Movies airs on C19.TV and WGWG radio. Screen Scene airs on NPR affiliate WNCW. Find Noel T. Manning II via Facebook, Twitter, Instagr
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