ROCK DOC OF THE DAY-ELVIS: That’s The Way It Is (HBO Max)

ROCK DOC OF THE DAY-ELVIS: That’s The Way It Is (HBO Max)

In this 2001 re-edited version of the 1970 concert documentary, Elvis Presley’s first non-fiction film, Elvis returns from thirteen years of concentrating on movie roles to perform his “Summer Festival” run of shows in Las Vegas. As the film opens, Elvis is rehearsing a new ensemble, the TCB (Taking Care of Business) Band. The film follows Presley through rehearsals, relaxation and performance and looks at the fan culture surrounding the shows.

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