Elvis--All The King's Men: The Secret Life of Elvis

With the 20th anniversary of the King's death this past August 16, there's been a whole lotta shakin' going on about Elvis' life. From tabloids to memoirs, you'd think the legend's every twist and pelvic thrust would be covered now, both on and off the stage. But here's one more item you can add to your Elvis-mania collection. As one of a series of six titles being released over the next few months, The Secret Life of Elvis goes behind the scenes from the perspective of "The Memphis Mafia"--the five men who stood behind the Hound Dog through it all. In an emotional gathering, the men spill their stories: the King's rise to fame, his moody temperament, marriage to young Priscilla while still maintaining his libidinous behavior, and, of course, his inglorious addiction to drugs. Through photos, home movie footage, and a taped phone call with Elvis himself, the video rehashes not only the King's triumphs, but also his desperation and later self-destruction. Recommended. Other upcoming titles in the series include: Rocket Ride to Stardom, Wild in Hollywood, The King Comes Back, and Collapse of the Kingdom. Aud: C, P. (M. K. Lau)