CLASSICS-King Creole

08/01/2026 58 min
CLASSICS-King Creole

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We're celebrating the birthday of Elvis Presley today with one of his best movies. Brandon is joined by Julia Ricci to discuss 1958's King Creole. The film shows a young, raw Elvis at the peak of his performances powers. The movie also gives us a glimpse into his untapped acting talents. Elvis is surrounded by a capabale cast including Carolyn Jones, Walter Matthau and Dean Jagger.   Julia Ricci is a classic film aficionado whose work celebrates the artistry and influence of Hollywood's Golden Age. With a background in festival programming, she has contributed research to FilmStruck, guested on various film podcasts, and appeared on Turner Classic Movies as a guest fan programmer. She launched an annual Noirvember series at the Kan-Kan Cinema in Indianapolis in 2023.