Exploring the challenges faced by Elvis Presley in his movie career, including performing novelty songs below his talent, the chapter sheds light on his unhappiness and struggles. Delving into the emotional depth of a significant song, it reflects on the theme of love as a healing force and its narrative impact, emphasizing the importance of love amidst challenges.
In 1986, Cameron Crowe, the film director, and Nancy Wilson, of the rock group Heart, got married. They honeymooned in a little cabin in the Pacific Northwest, and while they were there decided to write a musical, about Elvis as a cab driver in Seattle. They wrote and recorded demos of all the songs, and called it “Blue Seattle.” It became a lost masterpiece that never saw the light of day. In our Development Hell season finale, Cameron joins Malcolm to share the songs and tell the story behind “Blue Seattle” for the very first time.
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