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Peter Sblendorio

‘Elvis’ director Baz Luhrmann says film humanizes the icon, shares how Elvis Presley’s family reacted to it

Director Baz Luhrmann is ready for a little more conversation about Elvis Presley.

The Australian filmmaker hopes his new biopic, “Elvis,” showcases the King of Rock 'n' Roll’s full story by depicting the highs and lows of his prolific life and career.

Luhrmann’s research included repeated visits to the Graceland mansion where Presley lived, and meeting early on with family members such as Elvis’ wife, Priscilla Presley, whom the director says wrote him an effusive letter after seeing the movie.

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