DVD
Jailhouse rock
Call Number
- DVD MUSICAL (CEN)
Edition
Deluxe ed. ; Widescreen version.
Languages
In English, with optional French subtitles; English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing.
Performers
Elvis Presley, Judy Tyler, Mickey Shaughnessy, Dean Jones, Jennifer Holden, Vaughn Taylor, Anne Neyland.
Publication Information
Burbank, CA : Turner Entertainment Co. : Distributed by Warner Home Video, [2007]
Physical Description
1 videodisc (96 min.) : sd., b&w ; 4 3/4 in.
Audience
Not rated.
Series
Summary
Vince Everett is serving a one-year jail sentence for manslaughter. While in the big house, his cellmate, a former country singer, introduces him to the record business. Vince takes to it so well that he decides to become a singer when he gets out. However, he is quickly disillusioned by the record business. But with the help of a new friend, he decides to form his own label, and soon he becomes an overnight sensation. As he becomes a superstar, his desire for fame and money may cause him to forget the people who got him there.
Notes
Based on a story by Ned Young.
Originally produced as a motion picture in 1957.
Special features: commentary by Steve Pond, author of Elvis in Hollywood; "The scene that stole Jailhouse rock" featurette; theatrical trailer; photo booklet in container.