Priscilla Presley watches ‘Priscilla’ for the first time at Venice Film Festival, gets reduced to tears; This is what happened.

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Priscilla Presley, aged 78, attended the premiere showing of the biographical film «Priscilla» at the Venice International Film Festival on Monday, September 4. The film is based on her 1985 memoir «Elvis and Me,» which she co-wrote with Sandra Harmon. During the festival's press conference for the movie, Priscilla shared her emotional experience and insights, shedding light on her life with Elvis Presley.

The Emotional Viewing Experience:

Priscilla Presley couldn't hold back her emotions while watching the film adaptation of her life. In an unexpected moment during the festival's press conference, she opened up about the difficulty of seeing a movie that delves into her personal history. Tears welled up in her eyes as she spoke, «It’s very difficult to sit and watch a film about you, about your life, about your love.» She went on to commend director Sofia Coppola for her remarkable work, emphasizing the effort put into bringing her story to the screen.

Priscilla's Relationship with Elvis:

Priscilla's relationship with Elvis Presley, which began when she was just 14 years old, was a focal point of the discussion. She addressed misconceptions surrounding their connection, stating that it was not based on physical attraction. Priscilla stressed that Elvis never took advantage of her youth and explained that her role in their relationship was as a compassionate listener. She described their time together in Germany, where Elvis poured out his fears, hopes, and the lasting pain of losing his mother. Priscilla's ability to comfort him emotionally formed a profound bond between them. She made it clear that, despite her young age, her maturity and willingness to listen were what attracted Elvis to her.

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