Australian filmmaker Baz Luhrmann joins The Collection to talk about the new immersive concert film EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert, a project that brings the electrifying stage presence of Elvis Presley back to the big screen.Luhrmann discusses how the film uses newly restored footage, powerful sound design, and a cinematic presentation to place audiences inside Elvis’s legendary live performances. He also reflects on his ongoing fascination with Elvis following the success of his film Elvis, and explains how EPiC aims to capture the energy, spectacle, and cultural impact that made Presley one of the most iconic performers in music history.From the challenge of honoring Elvis’s legacy to the power of seeing these performances in a theatrical environment, Luhrmann breaks down why this project is designed to feel less like a traditional concert film and more like a once-in-a-lifetime live event.The Collection goes behind the scenes with one of cinema’s most visually distinctive directors to explore how the King of Rock and Roll continues to inspire new generations. 🎙️🎬🎶
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Brad Gilmore is a Houston-based multimedia personality, author, and producer who has built a career at the intersection of sports, entertainment, and storytelling. Known to fans as The BOAT (“Best of All Time”), Brad has hosted and produced programming across ESPN Radio, CW39 Houston, and Reality of Wrestling alongside WWE Hall of Famer Booker T.He is the creator and host of The Collection, a podcast where he sits down with some of the most influential figures in film, television, and music. Brad is also an accomplished author, with forthcoming titles including Why We Love Back to the Future: 40 Years of Fandom, Flux Capacitors, and Timeless Adventures (Mango Publishing, 2025). His interviews, live events, and media work reflect his passion for pop culture and his gift for making conversations both insightful and entertaining.Beyond the microphone, Brad is committed to building platforms that spotlight creativity, amplify voices, and connect communities through media.