Jailhouse Rock (movie) facts for kids
Jailhouse Rock is a famous American musical movie from 1957. It was directed by Richard Thorpe. The movie stars the legendary Elvis Presley, along with Judy Tyler and Mickey Shaughnessy. It was released by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM). The story was written by Nedrick Young.
The film is about a young man who gets into trouble and is sent to prison. While there, his cellmate helps him discover his amazing musical talent. After leaving prison, he looks for a job as a club singer. He then meets a music promoter who helps him start his career. As he becomes a big star, his personality changes. This starts to affect his relationships with others. Many people consider Jailhouse Rock to be one of Elvis Presley's best movies.
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The Story of Jailhouse Rock
The movie follows a young man named Vince Everett. He accidentally gets into a fight and is sent to prison. While in prison, he meets a man named Hunk Houghton. Hunk helps Vince learn how to sing and play the guitar. He sees that Vince has a special talent for music.
Vince's Music Career
After Vince leaves prison, he tries to find work as a singer. He meets a woman named Peggy Van Alden. Peggy works in the music business. She believes in Vince's talent and helps him get his first singing jobs. Together, they work hard to make Vince a star.
Becoming a Star
Vince quickly becomes very popular. His songs are hits, and he performs for many fans. He starts to make a lot of money. However, as he becomes more famous, his personality changes. He becomes more focused on himself. This causes problems with his friends and Peggy.
Elvis Presley's Role
Elvis Presley was a huge star in the 1950s. He was known for his singing, dancing, and unique style. Jailhouse Rock was one of his early movies. It helped show the world that Elvis could also act.
Elvis as an Actor
After James Dean passed away in 1955, Hollywood looked for a new young actor. They wanted someone who seemed a bit rebellious. Elvis Presley was a great choice. He could sing and dance very well. He was also good-looking and a decent actor. Many people saw him as a perfect fit for the role.
Music in the Movie
The movie is famous for its songs. The title song, "Jailhouse Rock," is one of Elvis Presley's most iconic hits. It features a famous dance scene. Other popular songs from the film include "Treat Me Nice" and "Young and Beautiful."
Impact of the Songs
The songs from Jailhouse Rock became very popular. They helped make the movie a big success. The music also showed Elvis's unique rock and roll style. The film's soundtrack is still loved by fans today.
Images for kids
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Elvis Presley as Vince Everett talks to Mickey Shaughnessy as Hunk Houghton in their cell.
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Presley as Vince Everett hugs Judy Tyler as Peggy Van Alden as he sings "Young and Beautiful".
See also
In Spanish: El rock de la cárcel para niños
