The film examines the life and music of Elvis Presley in the context of his complicated relationship with his enigmatic manager, Colonel Tom Parker. The story looks at the complex dynamic between the two men that lasted over 20 years - from Presley's rise to the unprecedented stardom surrounding him. Special focus is placed on the evolving cultural landscape and the loss of innocence in America. At the centre of this cinematic journey is one of the most important and influential people in Elvis' life, Priscilla Presley.