Elvis: That's the Way It Is
A film about him
Directed by Denis Sanders
Produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
A celebratory documentary capturing Elvis Presley's triumphant return to live performance in 1970, blending backstage intimacy with the energy and spectacle of his Las Vegas concerts.
On July 31, 1970, in Las Vegas, Nevada, Elvis Presley staged a triumphant return to the concert stage from which he had been absent for almost a decade. His series of concerts broke all box office records and completely reenergized the career of the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll.
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Is Elvis: That's the Way It Is violent? No. Less violent than 92% of films.
Does Elvis: That's the Way It Is end with hope? Yes, very. More hopeful than 90% of films.
Is Elvis: That's the Way It Is scary? Barely. Less frightening than 84% of films.
Is Elvis: That's the Way It Is easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 82% of films.
Is Elvis: That's the Way It Is sad? Barely. Less sad than 80% of films.
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Like Elvis: That's the Way It Is
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
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Like Elvis: That's the Way It Is, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Elvis: That's the Way It Is, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Elvis: That's the Way It Is, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
