The title track of the 1962 presley vehicle, it runs to a mere 1 minute 39 seconds, but its real significance is that along with the film it can be said to have launched the career of tom petty. See more ideas about elvis presley, elvis presley movies and elvis presley photos. Unfortunately few elvis presley movies have been released to bluray to date the following 9 elvis presley movies are in bluray format. Follow that dream elvis presley song info allmusic. To date the following 8 elvis presley movies have been released on bluray format which are too few tickle me german released explosive media, clambake kino studios, flaming star twilight time limited release, follow that dream twilight time limited release, frankie and johnny, love me tender, jailhouse rock, and viva las vegas. Ernst jorgensen was keen to reestablish elvis as a serious. Elvis presley if i can dream 68 comeback special 50th anniversary hd remaster official video. At the request of a reader, ive done some research on elvis presley s follow that dream and the time he spent filming on floridas nature coast. Follow that dream is a song first recorded by elvis presley as part of the soundtrack for his 1962 motion picture follow that dream. Through a series of unfortunate events, the family ends up taking residence on the side of the road. Movie info based on a novel by richard powell, when the lovable and musical hillbilly toby kwimper elvis presley and his family move to florida, they must fight off a group of greedy lowlifes. Follow that dream film follow that dream popgroep follow that dream lied, een nummer van elvis presley.
Follow that dream is a standard cd, presented in a 7 format cover like a single or ep with original back and front cover art, 3 panel gatefold sleeve, 12 page booklet with photos and memorabilia, original album with original album eq and with both previously released and previously unreleased outtakes. He towed his new 22foot powerboat down to florida for the duration and, along with the memphis mafia, enjoyed regular waterskiing at crystal river. This is a twilight time limited edition blu ray of which there were only 3,000 manufactured copies so i jumped at the chance to purchase it since so few elvis presley movies have been released to blu ray and i want to upgrade to blu ray format. Elvis roadtrips with his crabby, antigovernment pop arthur oconnell and an adopted brood to a florida beach, which by a legal quirk they can homestead. Chronicles the life and career of rock and roll legend elvis presley. When you visit inverness, you will be struck by the beauty and quaintness of our historic courthouse square shopping district, the centerpiece of which is our stately historic courthouse. Florida scenes from elvis presleys follow that dream movie. Television credits of elvis presley as himself and ratings where available year title notes refs 1956 stage show.
Elvis is an upcoming biographical film about elvis presley directed by baz luhrmann, and starring austin butler and tom hanks. In contrast, his portrayal of toby kwimper was innocent and fun. The elvis presley movie, follow that dream, was filmed in our historic courthouse. Follow that dream is a 1962 musical film starring elvis presley. The rca subsidiary follow that dream took the name from this upbeat elvis musical comedy. The entire series of reissues from rca have been generally very good indeed. Special thanks to stephen morse, whose exceptional words on elvis acting in follow that dream can be read at the end of this video. Song information for follow that dream elvis presley on allmusic allmusic. Although never achieving the star power of some of elvis s other female costars, anne helm displayed credible talent. Follow that dream, i gotta follow that dream keep amovin, move along, keep a moving ive got to follow that dream wherever that dream may lead ive got to follow that dream to find the love i need when your heart gets restless, time to move along when your heart gets weary, time to sing a song but when a dream is calling you. Follow that dream 1962 is an elvis presley charmer, a lighthearted romantic comedy starring the oneandonly rocker as a member of a vagabond family who become unlikely homesteaders in serene, idyllic 1950s florida. Jul 17, 2014 i hope you like this elvis follow that dream film remixmedley this the first of many i plan to do i picked follow that dream first because it my favourite elvis film it has a mix of all the songs. That assertion from a june 1962 press report referred specifically to anne helm, who had the feminine lead in the presley film follow that dream, which had opened nationally the previous month.
It was simultaneously certified gold and platinum by the recording industry association of america on march 27, 1992. Originally released on a 4track rca victor ep record, the soundtrack eventually sold a million, with follow that dream becoming a major hit single on airplay strength alone. Elvis follow that dream, co star anne helm recalls her time with elvis tom petty recalls meeting elvis on the follow that dream set follow that dream united artists 1962. Ftd was established in 1999 to serve the dedicated elvis collector and to complement the commercial and artistic level of rcas retail release schedule by issuing repertoire that is considered of interest to serious elvis fans and collectors. Elvis filmed primarily in yankeetown, which sits on the withlacoochee river a few miles inland. Elvis presley sings his hit song follow that dream in the classic motion picture of the same name follow that dream.
The original elvis presley fan clubthe elvis presley. Follow that dream 1962 movies, tv, celebs, and more. When elvis came to yankeetown by jeff kunerth of the sentinel staf august 14, 1987 in 1961 elvis made the movie follow that dream in yankeetown, florida. Very different from his earlier films where he played characters like danny fischer in creole that were somber and even dark. Elvis presley ftd soundtrack cds follow that dream. Elvis at the bridge seen in the movie for the fishing scene. These are good songs, but whether you need this many alternate takes depends on how big an elvis fan you are. Elvis presley follow that dream 1962, first pressing. Watch the video for follow that dream from elvis presley s bossa nova baby.
When home video came into being, elvis presley movies were a dime a dozen, and then eventually tired out and worn out after repeated, nondescript releases. Song information for follow that dream elvis presley on allmusic. Follow that dream elvis presley follow that dream movie. Bmg now sony music international held his expertise in high esteem and granted him his dream. Follow that dream usa press still 1962 follow that dream is a 1962 american musical film starring elvis presley made by mirisch productions. Follow that dream 1962 follow that dream 1962 user. Follow that dream is the best film elvis presley ever appeared in. Follow that dream is a nontypical elvis movie with charming story line, terrific acting by the king, great supporting cast with authur oconnell, joanna moore tatum oneils mom, simon oakland and roland winters who elvis movie fans will remember as elvis father in blue hawaii. This is no exception, it packages together nicely all the movie songs and plenty of alternate takes.
The ep was released by rca victor in may 1962 it was simultaneously certified gold and platinum by the recording industry association of america on march 27, 1992. Elvis presley and anne helm in follow that dream 1962 elvis presley in follow. The location shots for follow that dream took place in july and august of 1961 near crystal river, ocala, inverness, and tampa florida. Each is a standard cd, presented in special 7 inch format packaging like a single or ep with original back and front cover art, 3 panel gatefold sleeve, booklet with photos and bonus songs and alternative tracks. Vinyl 7 elvis presley follow that dream 1962, first pressing, vinyl discogs. In follow that dream, a deviation from his usual musical comedy character, elvis presley was toby kwimper, a lil abnertype in a family of bumbling rural southerners. Feb 17, 20 explore sweetcheeks4417s board elvis in follow that dream, followed by.
Follow that dream 41162 gordon douglas elvis presley, arthur oconnell, anne helm, joanna moore. However, the family discovers creative ways to survive. Clambake follow that dream frankie and johnny triple feature. A forgotten, overlooked gem in elvis early movie career, follow that dream, based on the satirical novel, pioneer, go home. Ive always felt that way, and every time i see the movie i become more convinced of it. It was also in 1962 released as the first track of the ep follow that dream.
It was later rerecorded and used in the film kid galahad. Elvis movie soundtrack cds released by follow that dream. Jan 31, 2011 ollie lynch kept a copy of the movie script, a rubber fish, and an autographed snapshot of elvis presley standing on the bird creek bridge. Vinyl 7 elvis presley follow that dream 1962, indianapolis pressing, vinyl discogs. It was released 50 years ago this week on may 23rd 1962. Nov 18, 2012 a tour of the location for the movie follow that dream. Elvis is an upcoming biographical film about elvis presley directed by baz luhrmann, and starring austin butler and tom hanks premise.
Elvis presley movies ranked by user rating a list of 31 titles created 2 months ago elvis and the ladies in movies a list of 25 images. It was simultaneously certified gold and platinum by the recording industry association of america. As of november 19th 2011 the mayor of yankeetown issued a dedication for the yankeetown stretch of sr40 to be named follow that dream parkway with a new sign directly under the yankeetown sign was unveiled. Follow that dream ftd is the official elvis presley collectors label. The song peaked at number 15 on the billboard hot 100 and at number 5 on the billboard easy listening chart. My mom found out about it so we decided to go watch them film the movie. Elvis presley movies ranked by user rating a list of 31 titles created 3 months ago elvis presley on screen a list of 33 images created 14 aug 2018. Presley, elvis flaming star follow that dream wild. Muziek romantiek film geregisseerd door gordon douglas. Anne helm elvis presleys leading lady in follow that dream. Elvis follow that dream film locations behind the scenes duration. Follow that dream 34 tracks released as a 5 digipack, this 2cd 5 set set features elvis in great form from his shows at the coliseum in macon on april 24, 1975. Two new elvis cds from the elvis one label with the original mono masters, outtakes and all movie versions from the movies kid galahad and follow that dream. Being a historian and a lifelong crime novel fiend proves to be important when it comes to finding lost crown jewels.
With elvis presley, arthur oconnell, anne helm, joanna moore. However none of the movie was made in inglis, it was filmed in adjacent yankeetown. Anne helm, elvis and arthur oconnell in the 1962 film, follow that dream. Elvis aaron presley january 8, 1935 august 16, 1977 was an american singer and actor. A family of ragtag vagabonds sets up a makeshift home on a florida beach after becoming marooned there, prompting an uptight local bureaucrat to attempt to evict them. The movie was based on the 1959 novel pioneer, go home. When he was a boy, he visited the set of follow that dream, which was being filmed in ocala.
Regarded as one of the most significant cultural icons of the 20th century, he is often referred to as the king of rock and roll or simply the king. Elvis presley follow that dream film remixmedley youtube. In 1961 elvis made the movie follow that dream in yankeetown, florida. Powell, when the lovable and musical hillbilly toby kwimper elvis presley and. This musical comedy features the songs follow that dream. I love oh ive got a i got a call when you get ready when your heart gets weary im singing a song, one dream calling you just one thing you gotta hold gotta find me someone whose heart is bringing someone to for my dreams me dreams i got it all for you i got a whole love love, love. Follow that dream is a 1962 musical film starring elvis presley made by mirisch productions. Follow that dream is the fifth ep by american singer elvis presley, containing four songs from the motion picture of the same name.
The kwimpers, consisting of pop, toby, and several adopted orphans, claim squatters rights along an unopened stretch of highway and open a small business renting fishing equipment. As a result, the label follow that dream ftd was launched in 1999. Elvis follow that dream ftd elvis bear family records. Follow that dream 1962 cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. Tommy and jimmy dorseys show, produced by jackie gleason as a leadin for his show. A tour of the location for the movie follow that dream. Producer walter mirisch liked the song follow that dream and retitled the picture. Elvis presley follow that dream 1962, indianapolis. Inglis, florida and yankeetown, florida memorializes his stay in the form of their major highway, follow that dream. Oscars best picture winners best picture winners golden globes emmys san diego comiccon new york comiccon sundance film.
Filmed almost entirely on location in florida it is one of elvis best films. This soundtrack roundup features 20 tunes from flaming star 1960, wild in the country 1961 and follow that dream 1962. Ftd follow that dream, sony musics official elvis presley collectors label, was established in 1999 to serve the dedicated elvis collector and to complement the commercial and artistic level of rcas retail release schedule by issuing repertoire that is considered of interest to serious elvis fans and collectors, material that is generally. Elvis roadtrips with his crabby, antigovernment pop arthur oconnell and an adopted brood to a florida beach, which by a legal quirk. Filming began july 6, 1961 in the summer heat of florida. Here they have reissued and repackaged the legendary ep from the movie. A great addition to the ftd releases follow that dream and kid galahad from these two eps. The follow that dream film shoot was, in someways, a holiday for elvis. Well, you gotta follow that dream wherever that dream may lead you gotta follow that dream to find the love you need keep amovin, move along, keep a moving got to find me someone whose heart is free someone to look for my dream with me and when i find her i may find out just what my dreams are all about ive got to follow that dream wherever. Jul 02, 2015 it was the summer of 1961 when elvis and his crew rolled into central florida to film his ninth movie, follow that dream. This cd, by follow that dream records, includes the mono master takes of all six songs, plus many alternate takes of the songs in stereo. Elvis hadnt dyed his hair a permanent midnight black yet in follow that dream, which is another way of saying this is still the point in his career when he was making movies, not just elvis presley vehicles. The ultimate elvis presley party album for free, and see the artwork, lyrics and similar artists.
Elvis presley films a list of 31 titles created 30 dec 2018 what to watch a list of 27 titles created 01 dec 2017 1 a list of 45 titles created 17 sep 2017 elvis presley a list of 31 titles. Elvis presley follow that dream united artists 1962. Any actress lucky enough to play opposite elvis automatically becomes a star. The film was shot in ocala, at the old ocala bank and trust building, along with other central florida locations including crystal river, yankeetown, inverness. Elvis presley and costar ann helm at port paradise hotel in crystal river after shooting the movie scenes all day at yankeetown. Follow that dream is a wonderful piece that has several things going for it. Elvis presley, arthur oconnell, anne helm, joanna moore en jack kruschen. In the weeks before filming began, the moviemakers had converted the tip of a marshy little island into a slice of paradise for elvis presley. Presley was born in tupelo, mississippi, and relocated to memphis, tennessee, with his family when he was years old. To get to the spot in yankeetown where the fishing scenes from elvis presleys follow that dream were filmed back in 1961, you need to travel to the end of. This elvis movie is more on the dramatic side, but its not one of the best. Follow that dream was still a fresh chance for elvis to try out his relaxed comedic style of acting and without the added pressure of too many soundtrack songs. Follow that dream is a 1962 american musical film starring elvis presley made by mirisch productions.
To begin with, it was a straight comedy, his first and best. Ive got to follow that dream wherever that dream may lead ive got to follow that dream to find the love i need. Follow that dream is a cheery 1961 musical starring elvis presley and anne helm, both of whom portray siblings from a large vagabond family. It was filmed in citrus, marion, and levy counties, specifically inverness, ocala, inglis and yankeetown. Pop kwimper arthur oconnell, his son toby presley, and a brood of moreorless adopted childrenincluding. Memorable quotes and exchanges from movies, tv series and more.
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