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#Q ORIGINAL QUESTION

Regarding the film Elvis (2022), what was the film rated (e.g. R, PG, G), and what elements of the film contributed to that rating?

#M ANNOTATED LLM RESPONSE

The film Elvis (2022), directed by Baz Luhrmann, is rated PG-13.

The Motion Picture Association (MPA) assigned this rating based on four primary factors: substance abuse, strong language, suggestive material, and smoking.

Below is a detailed breakdown of the specific elements that contributed to this rating:

1. Substance Abuse

The film depicts the darker reality of Elvis Presley’s later years, specifically his reliance on prescription medication.

Prescription Drugs: Multiple scenes show Elvis being injected with or taking "cocktails" of pills (painkillers, stimulants, and sedatives) to maintain his grueling performance schedule.
Alcoholism: The film portrays his mother, Gladys Presley, struggling with severe alcoholism, which eventually leads to her physical decline and death.
Medical Misconduct: Dr. Nick is shown unethically providing drugs to Elvis to keep him "functional" for the stage, often at the behest of Colonel Tom Parker.

2. Strong Language

While not as frequent as in an R-rated film, the dialogue contains several instances of profanity that push it into the PG-13 category.

The "F-word": There is at least one clear use of the "F-word" (used by a character describing the effect of Elvis's dancing on women).
General Profanity: The film includes roughly three dozen instances of other profanities, including "sht," "son of a btch," "hell," and "damn."
Historical Slurs: Because the film covers the 1950s and 60s, it includes period-accurate but offensive racial terms (such as "negroes" used dismissively) and a homophobic slur ("fairy") used by a heckler to insult Elvis's style.

3. Suggestive Material

The film emphasizes Elvis’s role as a sex symbol and the "moral panic" his early performances caused.

Stage Presence: There is a heavy focus on Elvis’s "gyrating hips" and pelvic thrusts. The camera often uses tight angles on his crotch and legs to mirror the perspective of his hysterical fans.
Sexual Situations: There are several scenes of Elvis in bed with women. While there is no explicit nudity, women are shown in lingerie or underwear, and sexual activity is heavily implied.
Fan Reactions: Multiple scenes depict the intense, almost primal sexual reactions of female audience members, including women screaming, fainting, and throwing undergarments onto the stage.

4. Smoking

Consistent with the 1950s–1970s setting, the film features pervasive tobacco use.

Colonel Tom Parker: Tom Hanks’ character is almost constantly seen with a cigar in hand.
Social Smoking: Most major and minor characters are seen smoking cigarettes in recording studios, backstage, and in domestic settings.

5. Mature Themes and Violence (Additional Factors)

While not listed in the primary MPA descriptor, these elements further supported the PG-13 rating:

Historical Violence: The film incorporates real-world footage and depictions of the assassinations of Martin Luther King Jr. and Robert F. Kennedy, which deeply impact Elvis.
Physical Outbursts: In moments of drug-induced paranoia or frustration, Elvis is shown shooting his television set and throwing furniture.
Predatory Relationships: The central conflict involves the emotional and financial abuse of Elvis by Colonel Tom Parker, which includes themes of manipulation and "financial slavery."

#F CORRECTION FEED (CLICK TO SEARCH)

[1] The film is officially rated PG-13 by the MPA.

[2] The official MPA descriptor lists 'substance abuse, strong language, suggestive material and smoking'.

[3] Scenes depict Elvis taking pills and receiving injections from Dr. Nick.

[4] Gladys Presley is portrayed as an alcoholic, which contributes to her death in the film.

[5] Dr. Nick is shown administering drugs to Elvis at Colonel Parker's request.

[6] A character states that Elvis's dancing makes girls want to 'f***' him. Some reviews note the word is cut off or muffed, but the implication is clear and counted as an expletive.

[7] Parent guides confirm approximately three dozen profanities.

[8] Reviews confirm the use of 'negroes' and the slur 'fairy' by a heckler.

[9] The film frequently focuses on Elvis's pelvis and crotch during performances.

[10] Elvis is shown in bed with women in lingerie; sexual activity is implied.

[11] Scenes depict women screaming, fainting, and throwing underwear.

[12] Tom Hanks (Colonel Parker) is frequently shown with a cigar.

[13] Smoking is pervasive among characters in the film.

[14] The assassinations of MLK and RFK are depicted/mentioned and affect Elvis.

[15] Elvis is shown shooting out TV screens in his hotel room.

[16] The film explores the theme of financial exploitation by Colonel Parker.

#O MISSED POINTS & OVERSIGHTS

No oversights detected.

#C RELATED QUERIES

#01 What specific scene in Elvis (2022) features the F-word?

#02 Does Austin Butler sing all the songs in Elvis (2022)?

#03 How accurate is the depiction of Colonel Tom Parker in Elvis (2022)?

#S SOURCES

movieguide.org latimes.com imusician.pro sweetandsourmovies.com cld.bz creativecirclecdn.com biblionix.com broadwayworld.com youtube.com wikipedia.org

#R ORIGINAL AI RESPONSE

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The film **Elvis (2022)**, directed by Baz Luhrmann, is rated **PG-13**. The Motion Picture Association (MPA) assigned this rating based on four primary factors: **substance abuse, strong language, suggestive material, and smoking.** Below is a detailed breakdown of the specific elements that contributed to this rating: ### 1. Substance Abuse The film depicts the darker reality of Elvis Presley’s later years, specifically his reliance on prescription medication. * **Prescription Drugs:** Multiple scenes show Elvis being injected with or taking "cocktails" of pills (painkillers, stimulants, and sedatives) to maintain his grueling performance schedule. * **Alcoholism:** The film portrays his mother, Gladys Presley, struggling with severe alcoholism, which eventually leads to her physical decline and death. * **Medical Misconduct:** Dr. Nick is shown unethically providing drugs to Elvis to keep him "functional" for the stage, often at the behest of Colonel Tom Parker. ### 2. Strong Language While not as frequent as in an R-rated film, the dialogue contains several instances of profanity that push it into the PG-13 category. * **The "F-word":** There is at least one clear use of the "F-word" (used by a character describing the effect of Elvis's dancing on women). * **General Profanity:** The film includes roughly three dozen instances of other profanities, including "sh*t," "son of a b*tch," "hell," and "damn." * **Historical Slurs:** Because the film covers the 1950s and 60s, it includes period-accurate but offensive racial terms (such as "negroes" used dismissively) and a homophobic slur ("fairy") used by a heckler to insult Elvis's style. ### 3. Suggestive Material The film emphasizes Elvis’s role as a sex symbol and the "moral panic" his early performances caused. * **Stage Presence:** There is a heavy focus on Elvis’s "gyrating hips" and pelvic thrusts. The camera often uses tight angles on his crotch and legs to mirror the perspective of his hysterical fans. * **Sexual Situations:** There are several scenes of Elvis in bed with women. While there is no explicit nudity, women are shown in lingerie or underwear, and sexual activity is heavily implied. * **Fan Reactions:** Multiple scenes depict the intense, almost primal sexual reactions of female audience members, including women screaming, fainting, and throwing undergarments onto the stage. ### 4. Smoking Consistent with the 1950s–1970s setting, the film features pervasive tobacco use. * **Colonel Tom Parker:** Tom Hanks’ character is almost constantly seen with a cigar in hand. * **Social Smoking:** Most major and minor characters are seen smoking cigarettes in recording studios, backstage, and in domestic settings. ### 5. Mature Themes and Violence (Additional Factors) While not listed in the primary MPA descriptor, these elements further supported the PG-13 rating: * **Historical Violence:** The film incorporates real-world footage and depictions of the assassinations of **Martin Luther King Jr.** and **Robert F. Kennedy**, which deeply impact Elvis. * **Physical Outbursts:** In moments of drug-induced paranoia or frustration, Elvis is shown shooting his television set and throwing furniture. * **Predatory Relationships:** The central conflict involves the emotional and financial abuse of Elvis by Colonel Tom Parker, which includes themes of manipulation and "financial slavery."

#A DIRECT ANSWER (VERIFIED ANALYSIS)

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The film Elvis (2022) is rated PG-13 by the MPA for substance abuse, strong language, suggestive material, and smoking. The rating reflects the film's depiction of Elvis Presley's reliance on prescription drugs (administered by Dr. Nick), his mother's alcoholism, and the pervasive smoking of the era (particularly by Colonel Tom Parker). Strong language includes approximately three dozen profanities, including one use of the F-word (describing the sexual effect of Elvis's dancing) and period-specific slurs like "negroes" and "fairy." Suggestive material includes frequent close-ups of Elvis's pelvic movements and scenes implying sexual activity with women in lingerie.

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