Priscilla
Priscilla
When teenage Priscilla Beaulieu meets Elvis Presley, the man who is already a meteoric rock-and-roll superstar becomes someone entirely unexpected in private moments: a thrilling crush, an ally in loneliness, a vulnerable best friend.
Kevin Ward reviewedJuly 2, 2025
A cold yet dreamlike portrait of a young woman plucked from her home, stripped of her agency and essentially locked in cage, albeit a beautiful cage in Graceland. Sofia Coppola doesn’t shy away from this depiction of Priscilla’s grooming. There’s hardly an ounce of actual romance in the entire runtime. Priscilla’s entire purpose—to keep the “home fires burning,” with no space or consideration given to her own desires. Cailee Spaeny is masterful in portraying Priscilla’s wistful existence. And Jacob Elordi is equally impressive as Elvis. But it’s an incredibly sad portrait of innocence lost. Coppola has crafted another beautiful film that falters slightly in the latter half due to some repetitive themes. Still an easy recommendation especially for Spaeny and Elordi performances.