Too many fans seem to be blown away

Save your money for something good and enjoyable

I wanted to like it more than I actually did... But much of the humor totally escaped me and I walked out only mildly impressed.

All that we are seeing on the screen is happening with real people, real action sequences in the background, forcing the eye to watch as if we were there.

Capturing Elvis Presley, live in Concert throughout the 1970's, was a daunting task. First Colonel Parker had to be involved and he was a shrewd negotiator. Then to fully give the Concert performance, by Elvis and his talented band - singers - Orchestra, the same "energy" on broadcast TV was difficult. Elvis was going through personal changes in his life, outlook on life, physically, mentally, emotionally, and as a performer. Elvis had separated from his beloved wife Priscilla and their divorce would be final later on in 1973 on October 9th. Elvis was appreciative and overwhelmed when approached with the idea of having his Concert broadcast LIVE, across the entire World, with an anticipated audience of over ONE BILLION people. As was the case in so many other charitable acts Elvis opted to raise money, from the Concert attendees, for the Kui Lee Cancer Fund. The "goal" was to raise $25,000.00 but Elvis, has he had done for three decades now, exceeded the goal by 300% for a total in excess of $75,000.00. Elvis committed to this Concert/TV appearance by bringing down his weight, getting some needed rest prior, and surrounding himself with "positive influences". Elvis LOVED Hawaii and had many great memories of his time there both personally and professionally. This film is different from the critically acclaimed "Elvis, Thats The Way It Is" or "the 68 Singer Special" (aka: the Comeback Special) as Elvis had been touring, to sold out audiences, for three years already. Nonetheless, Elvis: Aloha From Hawaii has some excellent candid moments; from the opening scenes where Elvis arrives via Helicopter to when he interacts with fans, including a great scene when he kisses a baby, and when Colonel Parker has a hard time maneuvering the Jeep Elvis is riding in to get to their destination. Elvis' "song set" was perfectly suited for the 1970's and Elvis voice was in great condition and he looks good as well. For all of the stress of the divorce, which was uncommon back in the 1970's as opposed to today, and being a "part time single Father" if you look closely into Elvis' eyes there is a sadness inasmuch as there is a mentality of reserving his movements. At the time this was filming no one knew that Elvis would (sadly) die approximately four years later at the age of 42. Elvis: Aloha From Hawaii is a great film which captures Elvis magnificent stage presence, and his vocal styling, that was 100% PURE and not "enhanced" like far too many "entertainers" today. I have always enjoyed Elvis: Aloha From Hawaii and I hope that other members of IMDb.com do as well. Take care and may God bless you. Jeff Schrembs

I hadn't seen, even on TV, an Elvis concert performance in 30 years and even though I grew up with "The King" and rock 'n roll, I still was surprised how good this concert turned out to be. I also remember hearing and reading - for years - how fat and bloated Elvis looked in his "last years" but that must have been later because he looked great here.It also surprised me that Presley did Beatles' songs along with other tunes made famous by other people....and did them really well. Maybe I shouldn't have been because Elvis did Carl Perkins' "Blue Suede Shoes" way back in the beginning of his career and he liked Chuck Berry songs, which he does in this concert, along with a Jerry Lee Lewis and a Little Richard song. I wish Elvis had done more blues numbers because he sounded very good on "Steamroller Blues," a James Taylor song.Anyway, whether it's a ballad, or a country song, a gospel tune, a rockabilly number.....whatever, Presley sounded good, showing his versatility. He also had - no surprise - a great band and backup singers. I particularly appreciate the work of lead guitarist James Burton, who's still going strong at age 70.This concert is available, by the way, on two different DVDs: the "TV concert" and an "extended" version which includes his rehearsals and other bonus features.This might be Elvis four years before his death and, yes, he's not the super-energetic rockabilly kid from the '50s, but the man wasn't just a legendary performer, this concert shows how well he could sing! I'm only sorry it took me this long to fully appreciate the man's talents.

Superb, amazing, enigmatic, tremendous. I was just 5 years old when it took place, but after visiting Graceland in 2003, sought to have it on DVD at just about any cost. This concert is one you must never sat you haven't watched. Elvis should have never aged, and lived to be 150, he truly defines rock and roll, and what a blend of soul in his ballads. One finds it hard to comprehend his quick fade out in 1977, it should have never happened, his image embodies the beginnings of an era that passed too quickly. If there is one person I wish to ever meet, it would have to be Priscilla, just to get a first hand chat with someone that was closest to the one individual that inspired so many styles of music. His majestic candor on stage can never be duplicated, even though his voice is sometimes imitated in vain, I do it at karaoke get togethers everywhere. I don't know what inspired my fervor to love Elvis's music, my growing up years were in the mid 80s, but its just one of those things. Not all can associate with Elvis at first look, but watch this concert, it will change your mind.

This Was by far the best Elvis Presley Concert I have ever seen, I love the way he moves to the song "Fever" I have every single Elvis Concert on DVD but this one truly takes the cake over the others. I also think that The American Eagle Jumpsuit he wore in this show was his finest. It was cool to see a lot of Elvis' great humor on stage too, like during "Suspicious Minds" he changes the words, "Well don't you know I'm court in a trap I can't walk out "I HOPE THIS SUIT DON'T TEAR UP BABY" and when he spilt water all over his piano player. Fantastic concert. I love it when he sings, "You Gave Me A Mountain" that is one of his best songs.