Elvis & Anabelle
Elvis & Anabelle

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Elvis & Anabelle

2007
Movie
106 min
English

A small-town beauty queen and an unlicensed mortician set out across the Texas plains on a journey of self-discovery.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes58%
Metacritic57/100
Google Users78%
Director: David S. MarfieldGenres: Drama, Romance, Music

Plot Summary

In 1950s Texas, a broke and disgraced former actor named Elvis tries to revive his career by entering a local beauty pageant. He becomes infatuated with Anabelle, a young woman entering the same contest. Their burgeoning romance unfolds against the backdrop of the pageant, exploring themes of ambition, love, and the search for redemption.

Critical Reception

Elvis & Anabelle received a mixed to positive reception from critics. Many praised the performances of the lead actors, particularly Blake Lively, and the film's nostalgic atmosphere. However, some found the plot to be somewhat predictable and the pacing uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Blake Lively's captivating performance.

  • Appreciated for its charming period setting and romantic storyline.

  • Criticized for a somewhat formulaic plot and pacing issues.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film, with many highlighting the sweet romance and the chemistry between the leads. Some viewers found it to be a charming and feel-good movie, though a few noted that it didn't break much new ground.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in Salt Lake City, Utah, and surrounding areas, which stood in for the fictional small town in Texas.

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