Question 1

Why did Elvis Presley refuse to watch Jailhouse Rock?

Accepted Answer

Elvis Presley refused to watch the movie because of Judy Tyler's tragic death in a car accident three days after filming was completed.

Question 2

What tragic event prevented Judy Tyler from seeing the premiere of Jailhouse Rock?

Accepted Answer

Judy Tyler never saw the premiere; she was killed in a traffic accident in Wyoming on July 3, 1957, three days after filming was completed.

Question 3

How did Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller write four songs for Jailhouse Rock under deadline pressure?

Accepted Answer

Their music publisher locked them in their hotel room, and they wrote 'Jailhouse Rock', 'I Want to Be Free', 'Treat Me Nice', and 'You're So Square' in five hours.

Question 4

How did Elvis Presley become the uncredited choreographer for the iconic 'Jailhouse Rock' dance number?

Accepted Answer

When the original choreographer's plans didn't work, he asked Presley how he'd normally move to the song, leading Elvis to create what many consider his most famous movie dance.

Question 5

Who played Vince Everett in Jailhouse Rock?

Accepted Answer

Elvis Presley played the character Vince Everett, a young man who becomes a teenage rock star after serving time for manslaughter.

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