Today In Elvis History: August 5
August 5, 1965: On-location filming began in Oahu for Elvis’ film, “Paradise, Hawaiian Style.”
This was Elvis’ third & final Hawaiian movie, and many have called it his worst. Not his worst Hawaiian film, but his worst film, period. It is a matter of little contention, however, that in this film Elvis appears to be noticeably more overweight and more out of it than he had in the good old movies. But not that overweight, and not that out of it. No more rockabilly Elvis.
The kinda sad part is the tagline: “His Newest! His Biggest!” Give up much? And who had the idea to tag it “His Biggest” when Elvis is clearly growing bigger. Anyway. Don’t be totally turned off to the movie. It’s still a rollicking good time and there’s beautiful Hawaii footage. Below, you know it, it’s a clip! A clip from the film where Elvis sings the song, “Queenie Wahini Papaya.” Spoiler alert! – Elvis is wearing some real short shorts.
