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I'd give it a higher rating if this movie wasn't entirely missing something some people would consider important, namely a plot. It's the usual Elvis-meets-girl, Elvis-sings-to-girl, Elvis-gets-girl flick, and with that, there's nothing new under the sun. But above any other Elvis musical, this one defines Elvis the movie star. If plot is not important, than this one is the cinematic definition of Elvis the movie start.
What makes it click is the fiery chemistry between Elvis and Ann Margaret. Not the acting, mind you. Remember, this is not a plot movie. It's each one taking turns doing what they do best. With Elvis, of course, it's singing and swiveling, and this film has a decent collection of songs, topped by, of course, with the immortal title number.
When it comes to the lady, though, Ann Margaret matches him stride for stride. She starts off mild with a cute duet which ends up with her gently pushing him off a high dive into a hotel pool, but heats up from there. When they meet at the local university, she demonstrates some dance moves that sizzle up the screen. This gets followed up with each doing their respective contributions in a talent show, and based on each one's performance, I'm not sure the final winner was correct.
Finally, you get these priceless shots of Las Vegas from a bygone era. You see downtown before the Fremont Street canopy. In fact, there don't seem to be any exterior shots of any of the Strip hotels, which really puts it in a time capsule. Throw in some shots of the Hoover Dam and Mount Charleston, and you've got a movie that can work as a tourist film, and probably came out a higher quality product than the Elvis-factory movie makers thought possible.
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As I sat in my film class, the intructor informed us about a change in the syllabus. We were going to view "Viva Las Vegas" instead of "Cabaret." I didn't know if this film was worth watching since I have never Watched an Elvis Presley film before. When the film finished, let me tell you, it was the best 86 minutes of my life. I'll be honest with you, the film has a cheesy plot, but with the integration of the musical scores "The Lady Loves Me," "Lova My Baby," and "Viva Las Vegas," to mention a few, the director was able to transform the cheesy plot into an entertaining musical that takes the viewer into a galloping and pulsating adventure of racecar racing and heart pounding sheer pleasure. What makes this film stand out above all musicals of the 60's era? Its the superb acting performances by Elvis Presley and Ann-Margret portraying Lucky Jackson and Rusty Martin and its brilliant Musical Scores. I strongly recommend this cat-and-mouse game musical to anybody that really appreciates great musical. Let me say that I am a proud owner of this fabulous film, which sits in my collection as of we speak. If not for my instructors change in syllabus, I would not have ever been introduced to this fantastic musical. OH what a tragedy!!! the only disappointment that I have with the DVD version that I purchased is the sound quality. Its not what I expected considering it be digital version, but this will not keep me from watching and enjoying this wonderful musical. Now, the million dollar question is, does boy get girl at the end? Rent or buy the movie and find out....ENJOOOOOOY!
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"Viva Las Vegas" wins hands down as Elvis' best '60s musical comedy. Elvis singing the title tune which is my favorite sequence in the picture along with "I Need Somebody To Lean On", "If You Think I Don't Need You" and more. Ann-Margret is so good-looking in this picture. She and Elvis should have made more pictures together and sooner, too. A treat for every Elvis fan everywhere and great addition to one's Elvis movie library!
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I used to not be a big fan of Elvis movies. For all of his talent with a song, his films (with a few exceptions) were basically all the same formula: a crooning playboy situated in (exotic location of your choice), with any number of young, excited women waiting in the wings. But in "VLV" he has a more independent-than-usual female co-star (the stunningly beautiful Ann-Margret), who not only matches him in sex appeal, but who forces him to fight for her affection. It's a wonderful match of wits, from the first number, "The Lady Loves Me." They are both marvelous as they each musically bait the other, right up until he takes a header into a swimming pool. (In subsequent scenes they water ski, have a western-style showdown, tour Vegas in a helicopter, and dance in a gymnasium.) Later, when they both compete in the same talent show, A-M gives Elvis a run for his money with her hotter-than-hot striptease "Appreciation." It's perfect that the final shot in the movie is a split-screen of the title song sung (by him) and danced (by her). If no one knew that they were having a romance in real life; they'd figure it out from the chemistry generated in this film. This one and "G.I. Blues" (which features another independent co-star) are my favorites.
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On the 25th anniversay of Elvis' passing, I thought I'd watch one of his films...this is perhaps his best, and in pairing him with Ann-Margret, he met his match. She sizzles in the musical numbers, and sometimes outshines the King when they're on-screen together.
Don't expect a plot or much in the way of dialogue, as everything revolves around the songs. The standouts are the title song, "Come On, Everybody", "What'd I Say", and "Appreciation"...but all of them are good, and the other numbers are: "The Lady Loves Me", "I Need Someone to Lean On", "Today, Tomorrow, and Forever", "My Rival", and "If You Think I Don't Need You".
The choreography by David Winters (who played A-Rab in the "West Side Story" film) is quite difficult, and almost awkward, with many direction changes, in Ann-Margret's "Appreciation" number (if you watch closely, you'll notice there's a switch to ballet slippers instead of high heels for a short time), but she manages all the dance numbers well, with sparkle and pizazz, and her singing is excellent.
The costume department did a good job, putting Elvis into a lot of very becoming red and black togs, and Ann-Margret's 101 outfits cling to every curve.
The car race footage in the finale is outstanding, and car aficionados will find a lot to like in this film as well as the music.
This was a much appreciated gift, and one I watch when I need some brain candy. Though it's got its flaws, I'm giving it 5 stars for being pure, undiluted entertainment, served up by the Kitten and the King, both in top form, with the glitter and glitz of Las Vegas as their backdrop.
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