Elvis Isn't Dead (2023)
An Elvis impersonator struggles with his mother's worsening dementia. He finds solace in the fact she'll never forget who Elvis is.
A cult figure in the state of Iowa, Greg Suckow has become a field fixture for University of Iowa football team, the Hawkeyes. A lawyer by day, locally known as Hawkeye Elvis, Suckow's appearance each Saturday - adopting the likeness of the King - stands for more than just an act. Dressed in custom costumes crafted by his mother, who attends the games alongside him, through his Elvis persona, Suckow takes on a character burned into memory - embodying the past in a bid to slow the progression of his mother's dementia.
Director: Skyler Knutzen
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 10 min
Release Date: December 16, 2023
Cast
- Greg Suckow - Self
- Margaret Sukow - Self
Production: Gooseberry Pictures
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Skyler Knutzen
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Elvis Isn't Dead about?
- A cult figure in the state of Iowa, Greg Suckow has become a field fixture for University of Iowa football team, the Hawkeyes. A lawyer by day, locally known as Hawkeye Elvis, Suckow's appearance each Saturday - adopting the likeness of the King - stands for more than just an act. Dressed in custom costumes crafted by his mother, who attends the games alongside him, through his Elvis persona, Suckow takes on a character burned into memory - embodying the past in a bid to slow the progression of his mother's dementia.
- Who directed Elvis Isn't Dead?
- Elvis Isn't Dead was directed by Skyler Knutzen.
- Who stars in Elvis Isn't Dead?
- Elvis Isn't Dead stars Greg Suckow, Margaret Sukow.
- How long is Elvis Isn't Dead?
- Elvis Isn't Dead has a runtime of 10m (10 minutes).
- What genre is Elvis Isn't Dead?
- Elvis Isn't Dead is a Documentary film.