The 25th anniversary of the death of "The King of Rock and Roll" on august 16th 2002 marked the release date of the most comprehensive music documentary that has ever been issued about the greatest entertainer of all times. "The Definitive Collection" contains classic film clippings, rare home videos, photographs, private pictures and also several exclusive and never previously released insights into the life of one Elvis Aaron Presley. This set excited critics and also millions of fans in the USA, Australia and further territories where it had been released. This disc contains the following chapters: The Intimate Love of Elvis, The Many Loves of Elvis.
Elvis ? The Definitive Collection ? Gold : Disc 1
DISC 1. The 25th anniversary of the death of the "King Of Rock and Roll" on August 16th 2002 marked the release date of the most comprehensive music documentary that has ever issued about the greatest entertainer of all times. 16 hours of gripping and thoroughly fascinating film material have been compiled and immortalized in two exclusive 4-DVD box sets, namely "Elvis - The Definitive Collection - Silver" and "- Gold". "The Definitive Collection contains classic film clippings, rare hove videos, photographs, private pictures and also several exclusive and never previously released insights into the life of one Elvis Aaron Presley. This set excited critics and also millions of fans in the USA, Australia and further territories, where it had bee released. The legacy of the unforgotten Aaron Presley now turns full circle and will captivate audiences everywhere. Disc 1 of "The Definitive Collection - Gold" contains the following chapters: THE INTIMATE LOVES OF ELVIS: Besides his numerous superficial love affairs there have also been liaisons that went much deeper. To be able to gain a view behind the beaming façade of the "King of Rock and Roll", listen to what these women, who enchanted and also disenchanted the "King", have to say about Elvis, a man who was adored by millions, bur at the same time was close to perishing in his loneliness... THE MANY LOVES OF ELVIS: It's not just rumours that report the orgiastic love life of the "King of Rock and Roll". This is the very first screening of interviews with movie co-stars and former pin-up-girls, who share all their memories about what it was like, to love and to be loved by the King.
Elvis ? The Definitive Collection ? Gold : Disc 2
DISC 2. The 25th anniversary of the death of the "King Of Rock and Roll" on August 16th 2002 marked the release date of the most comprehensive music documentary that has ever issued about the greatest entertainer of all times. 16 hours of gripping and thoroughly fascinating film material have been compiled and immortalized in two exclusive 4-DVD box sets, namely "Elvis - The Definitive Collection - Silver" and "- Gold". "The Definitive Collection contains classic film clippings, rare hove videos, photographs, private pictures and also several exclusive and never previously released insights into the life of one Elvis Aaron Presley. This set excited critics and also millions of fans in the USA, Australia and further territories, where it had bee released. The legacy of the unforgotten Aaron Presley now turns full circle and will captivate audiences everywhere. Disc 2 of "The Definitive Collection - Gold" contains the following chapters: THE COMEBACK: The genesis of the legendary, unequalled TV-show "ELVIS" and thus his "comeback" in 1968 was an immeasurable turning point in Elvis Presley's life. Its initial success generated a row of projects that would fill his books for the rest of his life and would drive million of fans into an enthusiastic frenzy. This episode offers an insight into the final creative phase in the career of the "King of Rock and Roll" and will stand as a monument to his exceptional talent. THE VEGAS YEARS: On account of countless private movie clips, here are the details about his engagements in the "international" hotel in Las Vegas during the years 1969 to 1970. Well known entertainers like Kenny Rogers, Bill Medley and Connie Stevens share their memories of these times. Elvis and Las Vegas was an inseparable unit during the latter phase of the King's life time.
Elvis ? The Definitive Collection ? Gold : Disc 3
DISC 3. The 25th anniversary of the death of the "King Of Rock and Roll" on August 16th 2002 marked the release date of the most comprehensive music documentary that has ever issued about the greatest entertainer of all times. 16 hours of gripping and thoroughly fascinating film material have been compiled and immortalized in two exclusive 4-DVD box sets, namely "Elvis - The Definitive Collection - Silver" and "- Gold". "The Definitive Collection contains classic film clippings, rare hove videos, photographs, private pictures and also several exclusive and never previously released insights into the life of one Elvis Aaron Presley. This set excited critics and also millions of fans in the USA, Australia and further territories, where it had bee released. The legacy of the unforgotten Aaron Presley now turns full circle and will captivate audiences everywhere. Disc 3 of "The Definitive Collection - Gold" contains the following chapters: A MAN AND HIS MUSIC: This unique episode examines Elvis Presley and his exceptional relationship to his craft and music. Among others, the "Jordanaires", who accompanied Elvis during his entire career, tell all about the origin of his music. One highlight will definitely be fascinating insight to the jam session in 1965 when the Beatles by chance paid a visit to the "King of Rock and Roll" THE SPIRITUAL SOUL OF ELVIS: Elvis' passion for Gospel music was an open secret. He was fascinated by this musical style that enabled people to sing out in devotion about their faith and belief. This episode clarifies how Gospel influenced his own music and how he himself went into a lifelong quest for spiritual enlightenment.
Elvis ? The Definitive Collection ? Gold : Disc 4
DISC 4. The 25th anniversary of the death of the "King Of Rock and Roll" on August 16th 2002 marked the release date of the most comprehensive music documentary that has ever issued about the greatest entertainer of all times. 16 hours of gripping and thoroughly fascinating film material have been compiled and immortalized in two exclusive 4-DVD box sets, namely "Elvis - The Definitive Collection - Silver" and "- Gold". "The Definitive Collection contains classic film clippings, rare hove videos, photographs, private pictures and also several exclusive and never previously released insights into the life of one Elvis Aaron Presley. This set excited critics and also millions of fans in the USA, Australia and further territories, where it had bee released. The legacy of the unforgotten Aaron Presley now turns full circle and will captivate audiences everywhere. Disc 4 of "The Definitive Collection - Gold" contains the following chapters: THE DAY THE MUSIC DIED: For millions of fans August 16th 1977 will forever remain as being "the day the music died". This highly emotive and intimate episode narrates the dramatic falling of the "King of Rock and Roll". It is the story of the way to early and untimely death of the greatest entertainment in the 20th century. THE FANS: When Elvis died in 1977 no-one could even have imagined the effect that his death would have onto his countless fans. This final episode is dedicated to his lifelong community of fans, that have elevated their idol to their very own philosophy on life and who worship the "King of Rock and Roll" in museums, as imitators and doubles, in preserving the memory in tattoos and even on the bottom of swimming pools.
EXCELLENT
CONDITION
THIS
COLLECTOR'S EDITION BOXSET IS A MUST FOR ANY ELVIS FAN..
25th
Anniversary - ELVIS The Definitive Collection August 16, 1977 -
August 16, 2002
Format: Box set, PAL, Full Screen..
2002
exclusive 25th Anniversary Limited Definitive Collection Silver
Edition 8-disc DVD box set containing 16 one hour in-depth episodes
featuring over 200 exclusive interviews plus film and TV performances
and rare live footage.
August
16, 2002, marks the 25th anniversary of the death of Elvis Presley,
the most celebrated entertainer of the 20th century. The Definitive
Elvis is exactly that--an all-encompassing, in-depth look at the life
and career of a man whose popularity is unrivalled in the history of
show business and who continues to attract millions of new fans each
year. This groundbreaking, 16-hour series is brimming with classic
film clips, rare home movies, never-before-seen photos, and newly
produced location footage that cover every aspect of Elvis' life as
never before.
At the heart of this landmark project are more
than 200 exclusive interviews with many of Presley's most intimate
associates, as well as some of the biggest names in the film and
recording industries.
• Legendary entertainers like Kenny
Rogers, Tony Orlando, Patti Page, Mac Davis, Barry Gibb, Tab Hunter,
Dick Clark, Phyllis McGuire, Bill Medley, Glenn Campbell.
•
Memorable costars such as Ann-Margret, Stella Stevens, Deborah
Walley, Mary Ann Mobley, Sheree North, Barbara McNair, Teri Garr,
Celeste Yarnall, plus many many more.
• Gorgeous girlfriends
like Connie Stevens, Barbara Leigh, Sheila Ryan, Linda Thompson, plus
lifelong friends and members of Elvis' inner circle share their
intimate stories, fresh insight, and reminiscences for the very first
time in this historic series.
Every film and television
appearance is represented in this series as well as rare footage of
many of Elvis' tours and concerts. Executive consultant Joe Esposito,
who spent nearly 20 years as Elvis' road manager, confidant, and
close friend, has helped to set the record straight about Presley's
private life and career, dispelling the innumerable lies,
half-truths, and rumors that have evolved over the years. No Elvis
fan can be without this exhaustive study of the greatest entertainer
of all time.
DVD
1
The
Memphis Years
The Television Years
DVD2
The
Hollywood Years I
The Hollywood Years II
DVD
3
The Army
Years
The Memphis Mafia
DVD4
Elvis
And Priscilla
Elvis And The Colonel
DVD5
The
Many Loves Of Elvis
The Intimate Loves Of Elvis
DVD6
The
Comeback
The Vegas Years
DVD7
A
Man And His Music
The Spiritual Soul Of Elvis
DVD8
Elvis
Is Gone
All The King's Disciples: The Fans
Artist/Author:
Elvis Presley
Title: Elvis – The Definitive Collection, 8 DVD-set, Limited Gold Edition, 25th Anniversary Boxed Set
Label/Publisher & Year: Passport International Productions, 2002
Condition: Like New, some shelf wear on case, covers and dvd’s are in excellent condition
Miscellaneous Information: The back-cover reads: “The Definitive Elvisis exactly that--an all-encompassing, in-depth look at the life and career of a man whose popularity is unrivalled in the history of show business and who continues to attract millions of new fans each year. This groundbreaking,16-hour series is brimming with classic film clips, rare home movies, never-before-seen photos, and newly produced location footage that cover every aspect of Elvis' life as never before.
At the heart of this landmark project are more than 200 exclusive interviews with many of Presley's most intimate associates, as well as some of the biggest names in the film and recording industries.
Every film and television appearance is represented in this series as well as rare footage of many of Elvis' tours and concerts. Executive consultant Joe Esposito, who spent nearly 20 years as Elvis' road manager, confidant, and close friend, has helped to set the record straight about Presley's private life and career, dispelling the innumerable lies, half-truths, and rumors that have evolved over the years. No Elvis fan can be without this exhaustive study of the greatest entertainer of all time.”
The set has been out-of-print and unavailable for years, since Elvis Presley Enterprises sued the producers for copyright infringement. It has become very rare and sells on Amazon for over $800. This particular set is part of the Limited Gold Edition, and numbered, #007937 of 10,000.
Disc 1: The Memphis Years & The Television Years
Disc 2: The Hollywood Years I & The Hollywood Years II
Disc 3: The Army Years & The Memphis Mafia
Disc 4: Elvis and Priscilla & Elvis and The Colonel
Disc 5: The Many Loves of Elvis & The Intimate Loves of Elvis
Disc 6: The Comeback & The Vegas Years
Disc 7: A Man and His Music & The Spiritual Soul of Elvis
Disc 8: Elvis Is Gone & All the King’s Disciples: The Fans