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Elvis and me, a movie and concert

Postby Rainbow Light » Fri Jun 08, 2007 9:31 am

Elvis&Me

(A Movie And Concert)

From the musical mind of

Aztec Two-Step’s Rex Fowler

comes a compelling documentary film that answers the question...

What happened to the

200 Cadillacs

that Elvis Presley gave away to

friends and complete strangers?


“Elvis & Me” is a show honoring the legacy and generosity of Elvis Presley. It features a screening of 200 Cadillacs, a Q & A, and a live concert performance of songs written for Elvis and several of The King’s early classics. Scroll down for details …



“I like Elvis well enough, but I’m not a

devotee, and I never thought I’d find this

film as compelling as I did.”

– Leonard Maltin,

Movie Crazy Video View



Elvis Presley’s musical significance, cultural impact, and artistic achievement made him an unsurpassed icon of the 20th Century. Rex Fowler of the folk/rock duo Aztec Two-Step conceived, wrote, and produced the critically acclaimed documentary film which stands out from all the others by focusing on one fascinating aspect of The King’s legendary generosity – giving away shiny new Cadillacs to his friends and to total strangers.

The Show

“Elvis & Me” is an engaging show honoring the legacy and generosity of Elvis Presley. The show will begin with a screening of the documentary film, 200 Cadillacs. Rex will conduct a Q&A immediately following the film, then after a short intermission, give a live performance of his original songs written for the documentary as well as renditions of several of The King's early classics. Mr. Fowler can perform "Elvis & Me" either as a solo acoustic artist or with The Extraordinaires, his four-piece backing band.

The Film

Presley’s original band-mate, DJ Fontana, longtime live-in girlfriend Linda Thompson, Gordon Stoker of the Jordanaires, Myrna Smith of the Sweet Inspirations, his nurse, hairdresser, Karate instructor, Denver police officers, and others recount the stories behind the gifts and share their personal stories about Elvis. The film is interspersed with original songs written by Rex Fowler, John Hiatt, Syd Straw and many more.

200 Cadillacs Reviews

“If Elvis Presley liked you, he had a special way of showing it… 200 Cadillacs is an unpretentious hour-long film about one aspect of Elvis Presley’s life … I’ve always felt that the mark of a good documentary is its ability to draw you in even if you don’t know or care that much about the subject. I like Elvis well enough, but I’m not a devotee, and I never thought I’d find this film as compelling as I did.”

– Leonard Maltin, Movie Crazy Video View

“A charming and imaginative idea for a new take on The King of Rock & Roll. Being a musician, Fowler naturally wrote songs for the film commenting on Presley and often performed in his rockabilly style; the result is equally charming and imaginative.”

– William Ruhlmann, All Music Guide

“The brainchild of Rex Fowler, 200 Cadillacs takes the viewer on a journey into the stories behind Elvis’ love of giving Cadillacs to friends and complete strangers. This is an important release as it opens up a known but little publicized part of Elvis’ personality. The film also features more than 200 photos of Elvis Presley, many of them previously unpublished, and there are some great shots to look at!”

– Elvis International News

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Postby Elvis'SweetSweetSpirit » Fri Jun 08, 2007 10:40 pm

Thank you Sue! :D
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Postby MaryInTheMorning » Fri Jun 08, 2007 11:36 pm

Thanks for sharing this with us Sue! :D It sounds like a really good show that showcases Elvis's loving and generous heart and gives that beautiful part of him a chance to really shine!! :D
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Postby Blue Moon » Sat Jun 09, 2007 1:07 am

I have the 200 Cadillacs DVD and recommend it. This part of Elvis' life is not oft discussed in the various Elvis DVDs out there, so I was pleased to see one devoted completely to his giving and humanitarian side.
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Postby Rainbow Light » Sun Jun 10, 2007 6:57 am

Me too!

It sounds like a really good show that showcases Elvis's loving and generous heart and gives that beautiful part of him a chance to really shine!!


Absolutely, AMEN!! :)
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Postby Amanda Viola » Mon Jun 11, 2007 3:36 am

One more to my list. Thank you!
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Postby Rainbow Light » Mon Jun 11, 2007 10:01 am

You're very welcome! :)
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Postby Elvis'SweetSweetSpirit » Mon Jun 11, 2007 9:06 pm

I will get that one! :D
Thank you! :D
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Postby Rainbow Light » Tue Jun 12, 2007 6:07 am

You're welcome! :)
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