G.I. Blues

Rating:
Summary: Not exactly "Elvis Is Back" on the MOVIE side.
Review: It is notable that Elvis made a movie reflective of his patriotic service. On the other hand, in light of the fact that he actually decided AGAINST performing in "Special Services" while in the Army, it must be assumed that he was uncomfortable in unintentionally "exploiting" his military experience. So despite the amazing financial success of the movie and soundtrack album, it must also be assumed that Presley wanted to get the whole thing behind him and pursue serious movies, picking up the pace from the 1958 black and white classic, "King Creole". (Ofcourse he made two consecutive impressive dramas following this mild musical). But whatever misgivings he might have had with the tired and predictable plotline (his character reluctantly gets involved with a bet that he can't win a date with a dancer) he certainly seemed to enjoy performing the songs - his vocals are terrific on all the tunes, especially on the classically-based "Tonight Is So Right For Love", and the bouyant rocker "Shoppin' Around". The production numbers are particularly colorful and well presented. Juliet Prowse's dancing sequences are effective, though more "adult" oriented than one might expect. So if you can stand watching Elvis in a 1950 movie made in 1960, go for it - enjoy the music.

Rating:
Summary: Just plain fun.
Review: This is my second favorite Elvis movie. He looks, acts and sings alot of popular songs. Juliet Prowse is a stunning beauty and i think she should have been a Radio City Rockette. Her legs go on for days.This is a light hearted, romantic and musical comedy. It's fun from beginning to end with some really great show-stopper production numbers. Elvis fans will not be disappointed in this and the 5.1 stereo sound is not a bad remaster. It really does sound pretty great.In case you are curious, "Blue Hawaii" is my favorite Elvis movie and why not buy them both and run yourself a double feature.

Rating:
Summary: Just plain fun.
Review: This is my second favorite Elvis movie. He looks, acts and sings alot of popular songs. Juliet Prowse is a stunning beauty and i think she should have been a Radio City Rockette. Her legs go on for days.This is a light hearted, romantic and musical comedy. It's fun from beginning to end with some really great show-stopper production numbers. Elvis fans will not be disappointed in this and the 5.1 stereo sound is not a bad remaster. It really does sound pretty great.In case you are curious, "Blue Hawaii" is my favorite Elvis movie and why not buy them both and run yourself a double feature.

Rating:
Summary: A very entertaining, feel good comedy/musical starring Elvis
Review: This is one of Elvis's earlier films and it was filmed just right after his honorable discharge from the Army and believe me...it's one of his best work in Hollywood! The soundtrack is equally special as Elvis and the rest of the cast deliver excellent performances. Sure it's another love story of how Elvis's character falls for Juliet Prowse's character but having the story involve the U.S.Army and Germany as the backdrops add a special touch to this "Elvis Flick". It's a great ensemble cast as other characters are well written in the plot. The music is of Elvis at his best in Hollywood and the songs flow perfectly with the story (not cheesy or korny as in many musicals!). Note a special moment in the movie is when Elvis sings "Wooden Heart" to a puppet at a puppet show. Anyways, I've watched G.I.Blues many many times and it definately is an entertaining movie for the whole family. I'm in the military and this is a top 10 favorite movie of all time in my list!!!