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Girls! Girls! Girls! [VHS]

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SHEEEESH!! Some of the vicious attack 'reviews' here are ridiculous. No, most Elvis films are not profound cinema, but to attack the man and his fans as hillbillies and fools (in long rambling diatribes) seems odd and extreme...

"I am not one to complain; but, when I see these ridiculous prices for the VHS tapes of "Girls! Girls! Girls!" and "It Happened At The World's Fair"; well then, what I cannot seem to understand is why Paramount and MGM just will not reissue these two movies on VHS and DVD. By not doing this, then they are depriving us of actually owning our very own copies of these two titles. They are the only two Elvis movies that I currently do NOT have in my collection/library at the moment. It seems so unfair NOT to be able to have them. If you are reading this, and you agree with me, then PLEASE speak up, and say something. After all- I am not the only Elvis fan in the world. I am almost
certain that others would enjoy them, too. Thank you."

This certainly isn't one of Elvis' good movies -- but it holds a sentimental favorite place in my heart. It was one of the first Elvis movies I ever saw when I first became a fan, way way back in 1975. It's one of the few I don't own, and I have been eagerly searching for Elvis movie titles on DVD -- and have been very disappointed to find so few! This year, with the 25th Anniversary, would be a grand time to have finally reissued all the movie titles on DVD!

Elvis Presley movies may not be in the same class as "Gone With The Wind " or "Sound Of Music" but they should be looked at as easy light fun with great music and the charasmatic appeal of Elvis .I think some people take themselves way too seriously and cant see these movies for what they are. Pure fun.We will probably never know the real reason why Elvis never tried to tackle a more dramatic role ,as some know it was one of his ambitions. But in the end it doesnt really matter ,does it?. We have what we have and should be happy with the legacy Elvis left behind. Elvis Presley brought joy to billions of people , and still does today. If you dont like Elvis or his music and movies ,then listen or watch something that you do like.

Elvis Aron, or "Aaron", Presley is so very scrum diddly umptious it is pathetic. No one has ever out sang him, out acted him, or out performed him. He is the GREATEST entertainer that has ever lived. Elvis is also the best looking male entertainer that has ever lived. Elvis has made the most money than any entertainer that has ever lived...... dead and ALIVE. Face it, if you didn't like this movie, it's because you don't like Elvis. If you don't like Elvis, why would you buy the movie??

This movie features the single sexiest, classiest, most riveting performance ever in an Elvis movie. When he sings "Return to Sender", you will see why...

Scoffers: Just scoff, and go watch Elton John or Ozzy Osbourne. Sure, they REALLY compare to Elvis, huh?? I don't even think so!

GIRLS! GIRLS! GIRLS! isn't one of Elvis Presley's most distinguished screen outings; but it provides a pleasant diversion nevertheless.

Set amongst the islands of Hawaii, Presley plays tuna-fisherman/tour-guide Ross Carpenter, trying to make ends meet so he can buy his dream boat and go into business for himself. Adding complications is Carpenter's love triangle with two very different dames: jaded nightclub singer Robin (Stella Stevens), and young heiress Laurel (Laurel Goodwin), who's looking to experience life on the other side of the social divide.

Presley gets to sing no less than fourteen(!) musical numbers. Laurel Goodwin (a snub-nosed Debbie Reynolds clone) is quite pretty but fails to make any lasting impression. Producers really dropped a clanger in letting vivacious Stella Stevens go to waste in a thankless supporting role; she deserved better material here. Stevens' singing was dubbed by Gilda Maiken.

With it's exotic location filming and the charm of Presley, GIRLS! GIRLS! GIRLS! will be a welcome title for fans, yet others will wonder what the fuss is all about. The DVD offers no extra features. (Single-sided, dual-layer disc).

A fun movie with some good songs! Elvis looks great and when he is allowed a little room shows his wonderful acting talent.

Girls!Girls!Girls is definately one of the very best Elvis Presley light-hearted musical drama. My personal all time favorite. The soundtrack is also very excellent especially with great classic songs like Return To Sender, A Girl Like You and Because Of Love. Don't miss this very Superb and most entertaining DVD movie.

I wonder if Elvis enjoyed doing "Girls! Girls! Girls!" because of Hawaii, where it was filmed, or becuase of all the gorgeous girls. This is a simple kind of film that's sort of lost its popularity over the years. "Blue Hawaii" has taken over. Elvis is a struggling fishing boat business owner who tries to hang on to a boat that belonged to his father. Good girl Laurel Goodwin tries to buy the boat back to Elvis. Meanwhile, Stella Stevens tries to make her move, but to no avail. I don't why she has to sing three songs in Elvis' movie. After all, the central character is him. But he wasn't greedy, and it didn't matter to him. Elvis fans, take the time out to see what Elvis loved the most.

After reading these reviews that blast Elvis' movies as juvenile and "hillbilly", I had to respond. I was raised on Elvis. Real Elvis. Not just the hype and media, but true stories and family memories as well. There were several times Elvis shined - when he had good directors, and someone managed to keep Col. Tom busy and out of their way so they could make a decent movie. I did notice and tip my hat to the gentleman who not only uses his real name but proves he is an educated viewer. There were several things working against Elvis all of his life and to be able to rise above the crappy direction, cutesy additions and total lack of plotlines proves to me that he could have been so much greater than he was allowed to be. Many of his movies were juvenile, I admit this, because it was true. However, that wasn't his fault. He had no control over that aspect of his life. Watch more Elvis movies Mr. Viewer, and get a backbone while you're at it. I recommend Wild in the Country and King Creole to start with.