Colibel Terrible acting, screenplay and direction.

Vashirdfel Simply A Masterpiece

Abegail Noëlle While it is a pity that the story wasn't told with more visual finesse, this is trivial compared to our real-world problems. It takes a good movie to put that into perspective.

Jerrie It's a good bad... and worth a popcorn matinée. While it's easy to lament what could have been...

macaulaysean This is one of the worst films that I have ever seen. I give it a 4 because it could've been worse.

IRoeMan While some may not have seen the "earlier version" of "3000 Miles To Graceland," the premise for the script IS loosely based on blacklisted Hollywood director Jules Dassin's 1955 crime heist movie "du Rififi Chez les Hommes"--or "Rififi" (think rif raf). In 3000 Miles To Graceland, Kurt Russell and Kevin Costner turn in star performances as former cell mates recently released from a federal penitentiary. When they first meet up on the outside, the look that Costner gives Russell as he slowly runs his gaze up and down Russell's body is almost sickening as you imagine the uncertain meeting of former cell mates might be. Costner has planned an elaborate heist at a Vegas casino during an Elvis convention in 2001, but things soon go awry. Kurt Russell co-stars, along with Courtney Cox, Thomas Haden Church, David Arquette, Howie Long and Jon Lovitz. Paul Anka even turns in a wickedly evil cameo performance as the chief of security at the Las Vegas casino where the film is staged. The group of thieves dress up as Elvis impersonators to pull off a big money robbery, and they plan to do it right in front of everybody. The succeed, after a fashion, but not without a hail of gunfire which caused most critics to give the movie resoundingly bad reviews. The shoot-em-up scenes are further enhanced with a grinding guitar-laced soundtrack-- that enhances the gunfire to an almost-too fevered pitch. The movie is about a bunch of ex-cons, and the so-called honor among thieves. If you can just keep the volume control close at hand, the shooting scenes are few and the intricate details of the camera work and the directing and ensemble acting are enough to create an enjoyable experience for the discerning viewer. At the end of the movie, as Costner is staring into a dirty restroom's grime-stained mirror, Elvis sideburns and a snarl on his lips, he says in a deep voice "how do you like me now?"--and you know that it's Elvis to whom he is speaking. Oh yeah, one of the guys gets the girl, but that may not be enough of a hook to bring your girlfriend or wife to this one!

Travis Schwantz PLOT: A small group of Elvis impersonators rob a Las Vegas casino and soon after, theft and betrayal among them ensue. MY THOUGHTS: This film is a very good action flick in terms of guns and gunfire. Its a good double-cross story and it makes you root for both the good guy and the bad guy. It also tells a very unique story using Elvis impersonators as the focus. PROS/CONS: Kevin Costner plays a very good bad guy in this film. Whenever he is in a scene, you can't take your eyes off him because he is so unpredictable and twisted. This film is one of those movies where you ask yourself "why did they do that?" in some cases. During the opening credits, they have very poorly computer generated scorpions fighting each other (which could easily be passable due to the story), however, they have red eyes and giant spike-toothed smiles that don't seem to fit with what is going on. Some of the music choices for this film too were kind of odd seeing that it revolves around Las Vegas and Elvis impersonators. The movie also has various parts where it lags and slows the film down. With all that said though, it doesn't really hinder the movie in any way, just force you to ask yourself "why?" and make you do a double take. RATING: 7/10

ScarletSpider87 To enjoy this movie, you need to know what kind of movie to expect going in. Don't expect it to be about Elvis per se, although he does play a large role in the background. So if you came to this movie because you are an Elvis fan you may or may not be disappointed. Also don't expect it to be a polished critical classic like Gone with the Wind. Do expect it to be campy, over-the-top, and fun. Too many people go into the film expecting it to be something it isn't, and that ruins the experience for them.This film is what is known as a cult classic. It did not do well on its initial release, but people have come to appreciate it over time. It is a film to watch when you want to unwind and see some pure entertainment.It has all the elements of a classic late-night guys' popcorn flick. It has lots of guns, action, hot women, hot cars, and the classic showdown between good and evil. It also has a lot of laughs with a bit of quirky randomness. The plot holes are numerous, and the dialogue is sometimes stilted, but for some reason you just don't care, because the film is fun.Kevin Costner gives one of his best performances here (although everything Costner does is pure gold). You will love every scene he is in. Everyone did a great job, but Costner made the movie.One bit of a warning: the opening sequence is really odd, and only becomes clear after you have watched the whole movie, so try to keep an open mind.