Woody Allen at the screening of 'Coup de Chance' at the Venice International Film FestivalGUGLIELMO MANGIAPANE
VENICE FILM FESTIVAL
Woody Allen, Sofia Coppola and Hamaguchi impress audiences at the Venice Film Festival
‘Coup de Chance,’ Allen’s 50th film, shows he still has a lot to offer, while ‘Priscilla’ presents a delicate but imperfect portrait of Elvis Presley’s marriage
Music evolves in society and cinema – the narratives no longer solely revolve around men. On September 4, Elvis Presley, the King of Rock, saw the focus shift to Priscilla Beaulieu, his wife until their divorce in 1973. Director Sofia Coppola found her story intriguing, so in Priscilla, Elvis is only seen through his wife’s eyes. “It’s really tough to sit down and watch a movie about you, your life, and your love,” said a visibly moved Beaulieu after the movie’s screening at the Venice International Film Festival. “Sofia did a fantastic job.” The idea and its execution deserve accolades, but considering Coppola’s exceptional talent, one can’t help but expect something even better from her.
