Movie: Elvis: Rare Moments with the King

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Elvis Presley
Elvis Presley

Self (archive footage)

Milton Berle
Milton Berle

Self (archive footage)

Steve Allen
Steve Allen

Self (archive footage)

Priscilla Presley
Priscilla Presley

Self (archive footage)

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    Featuring a host of archival appearances, interviews and performances, this comprehensive documentary celebrates the never-ending love affair America has with the King, considered by many to be rock 'n' roll's greatest entertainer. Highlights include a newsreel of Elvis's experiences in the military, a nationwide satellite broadcast from Hawaii and TV sketches with Hollywood luminaries such as Milton Berle and Andy Griffith.

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    2003-08-05

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