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"Michael Jackson's This Is It" was a 2009 concert film that was meant to be a comeback performance for Michael Jackson. The film was recorded in 2009 and was intended to be a live concert at the O2 Arena in London.
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The theatrical version cuts to the chase. Extras 1 shows the full, hilarious, and charming staging. Jackson spends nearly two minutes instructing the female dancer (filling the role of the "girl" he is chasing) on how to move. He claps, spins, and laughs. It is the most human Michael appears in the entire documentary. michael jacksons this is it 2009 extras 1
However, in a bittersweet tribute to the legendary performer, the producers of the concert series decided to compile a documentary film, also titled 'This Is It,' which would feature rehearsal footage and behind-the-scenes glimpses of Jackson's final days. The film, released on October 28, 2009, provided an intimate look at Jackson's creative process and offered a poignant insight into his life.
Compare different regional releases (e.g., Japanese vs. US editions) Find specific rehearsal tracklists for each bonus feature "Michael Jackson's This Is It" was a 2009
When Michael Jackson passed away in June 2009, the world didn't just lose a pop star; it lost a visionary in the middle of crafting his most ambitious comeback. The documentary This Is It, released later that year, offered a hauntingly beautiful "fly on the wall" look at the rehearsals. However, for the true fanatics, the "This Is It 2009 Extras" are where the real magic—and the technical genius of MJ—truly shines.
: A two-part making-of documentary that detail the overall development and technical orchestration of the This Is It residency. The Gloved One – Costumes Runtime: Approx
If you only watch the theatrical cut, you miss the tragedy of what could have been. Watching Extras 1 provides the full context of the $40 million production that vanished on June 25, 2009.
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