I booked 3 tickets online a month ago for Michael Jackson's This Is It movie..
Hubby & Clement went to watch the 29th of October 2009's screening at AMK Hub & I went to watch the 30th of October 2009's screening at The Grand Cathay (Digital) yesterday..What can I say.. I'm so moved & impressed!
This is a movie unlike no other..
This is a must-see for every MJ fan and even non-fans to understand why he was so popular and deserved every bit of the title King of the Pop.
Forever an amazing & a very dedicated performer; entertainer, an extremely talented & consummate artiste, a perfectionist, and a visionary..
The film's overflowing with his energy, passion, and dedication.
I was completely blown away and entertained from beginning to end.
His voice and his dance moves are top form and timeless.
He sang most of his greatest hits, even from the Jackson 5 era.
His voice sometimes showed his age, but his dance moves do not, at all.
Together with his selected dancers, they were smashingly awesome!
The talent,from the dancers to the musicians to the lighting and effects crew were just first rate all the way!
The entire movie was like a little family making a big project come true..
The concert would have been nothing but awesome!
If the rehearsals could be this good and engaging, one could only imagine what the concerts would've been.
It makes me sad when I see what a fantastic production this could've been to know that the world never got a chance to see it.
The intimacy of this footage makes you feel, not like you're in a concert, but like you're witness to very private performances.
You get to see first hand how involved MJ was (to every little detail of production and planning).
Lots of MJ songs and practice sessions... (Got me singing along & tapping my feet to many of them) :)
There was so much creativity, sweetness, professionalism, understanding, effort, energy in the film!
The professionalism and patience of ortega was outstanding, he was perfect for this whole production, the cast was phenomenal, MJ was awesome!
The young female guitarist was not just good looking, but crazily good with the guitar as well.
So were the vocalists..
Smooth Criminal, Thriller, The Earth Songsegments, were brilliant! but again, they're all very excellent.
I don't feel the film is exploiting his death in any way.
It's simply paying the tribute and gives fans something they deserve to see.
This film easily re-ignited my appreciation for the man, who was without a doubt one of the greatest entertainers of our time.
Michael Jackson was the greatest dancer in the history of mankind.
This documentary shows that hours before his death, he remained the greatest dancer in the history of mankind.
He was a revelation, pure and simple.
We see—for the first time—MJ without a mask. I won't attempt to characterize this complicated, insanely talented, person, but basically he's painfully shy.
And he excelled at one of the most public vocations there is: performing.
And what made him so admirable, was despite the fact of him being such an amazing; worldwide well-known pop icon of all time, he's such a humble guy..
And the greatest achievement in Kenny Ortega's simple, elegant and respectful tribute is that it allows the viewer, without a shred of distraction, to witness the process of an artist.
If you're concerned that the film will be an act of gross exploitation and an attempt to squeeze every last dime in the wake of Michael Jackson's death, know this: I haven't the slightest doubt that Michael would have wanted his fans to see this footage.
This is a film about the process, nothing more.
We're just lucky that this process happens to revolve around the finest entertainer of our time.
If you're even the slightest fan, this is a must see.
If you're not, I dare you not to be won over.
Also, if you're looking for signs of fatigue from Michael Jackson, you will be disappointed.
In fact, if there's one thing that bothered me about the film, it's that Michael was in such outrageously great shape that it's angering to think he died so close to the finish line.
We don't have many great entertainers left in the world. And the fact that at 50 years of age, Michael blows the top 10 pop singers of today out of the sky, is rather remarkable.
Prepare for an informative, emotional and downright exciting concert-film. This is it will show the world that with all the noise, all the distractions, all the craziness: Michael Jackson still had it.
A really great movie which is a must see for everyone!
Even though you aren't a fan of Michael, you should go watch it & really love the man!
To me, Michael Jackson, whether dead or alive, will always & forever be the reigning king of pop and music!
And I'm certain I'm speaking on behalf of all his fans from all over the world! :)
Other very useful comments:
It's All For Love, 28 October 2009
Author: L Hooper from United Kingdom
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A strong feeling of love towards myself, everyone around me and planet Earth is what I left the cinema feeling. Michael was alive again for those two hours. This Is It showcases the King of Pop at his finest.
As the lights blackened and the Columbia Pictures animation played, the theatre erupted with cheers of "I love you Michael" and "God bless you Michael". After the chaos died down the audience sat in awe as the King did what he did best; he thrilled us.
From the rocking tunes of They Don't Care About Us and Beat It(which I was particularly impressed with) to those real toe tapping hits such as The Way You Make Me Feel, Billie Jean and Wanna Be Startin' Something to the beautifully emotional songs that really showcased Michael's ability as a singer such as Human Nature and I Just Can't Stop Loving You, Michael truly dominated the stage. Every single person in the theatre was singing along and clapping for and after every song. I was over the moon with the recreation of the Jackson Five seeing as The Love You Save is a touching one for me. The real fun came with the especially theatrical numbers that were Thriller and Smooth Criminal, both had me in fits of happiness. Then, after a dramatic and heart touching rendition of Earth Song, Man In The Mirror drew the whole show to its close, emanating love and Michael's passion for people to make a change.
I saw not one single thing, in my opinion, wrong with this film and I believe everyone will enjoy it. If you aren't a Michael Jackson fan, while you may not appreciate the significance of This Is It, you will sure as hell have a brilliant time. And if you are an MJ fan, you will truly appreciate the greatness and strong sense of meaning behind the final documentation of the true King of Pop's work, the legacy of Michael Jackson.
Loved it!!, 28 October 2009
Author: Felicite26 from United States
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I went to the early premiere on the 27th and took my four year old son who is a huge M.J fan and he just loved he was singing and dancing and clapping and screaming having a great time... As for me I thought that this moving was amazing... If you are a Michael fan it is a must see, you will see him in a whole new way and if you are a hater you need to see it because it may just make you change your opinion about this amazing, talented man. He is so talented and gracious and for as amazing and talented as he was he didn't even act all superior he was kind and loving... Oh and the guitarist are just wow.... You gotta see it in IMAX I know I wanna go back and see it in IMAX!!! At the end it was dedicated to his three kids....
Forever Michael, 28 October 2009
Author: Kristine (kristinedrama14@msn.com) from Chicago, Illinois
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Fans around the world had a very sad day this year when the news of Michael Jackson's death was announced. Michael had inspired so many, wither it was dancing, singing, wardrobe, or just being a generous human. The thing that made Michael so special that many people don't realize why he was so special to so many, how many years Michael had been performing. Since he was a child, my grandparents, my parents and my sister and I were fans. 3 generations as I'm sure many families feel the same.
This Is It was supposed to be Michael's major comeback tour after years of hiding after all the child molestation trial drama. 50 sold out concerts in London, I was so excited and hoping he was going to possibly come back to the states for another world tour and was even looking up how much the tickets were. Unfortunately, Michael passed away just a few days away from performing.
This Is It documents the rehearsal footage of his future concerts. Ranging from a wide variety of his mega hits from his newest song This Is It going back to his roots singing "I Want You Back", "I'll Be There" and "State of Shock". Of course also performing all of the fan favorites from his Thriller, Bad, and Dangerous Albums as well. Watching this movie got me teary eyed as well as others in the theater when he performed both "Human Nature" and "I'll Be There", he still had his wonderful voice giving his all. Michael was an absolute perfectionist and his shows in this documentary as other describe how he knows his tune and his years of experience has helped them grow.
Also having little commentaries with the musicians and dancers, everyone so excited to work with Michael. You could tell this was the cherry on top of the sundae for them working with one of the world's greatest entertainers. The girl who was rocking out on the lead guitar was beyond awesome, my sister and I had our jaws dropped on how she just tickled those strings making those incredible sounds come out. The dancers were also just wonderful and had such energy and presence and would've done a terrific job.
All I can say is that This Is It would have been the ultimate concert. Michael really went all out for this concert with mini movies introducing his songs. He had a little Chicago gangsters clip with Humphrey Bogart and other gangsters chasing after Michael. Thriller was also such a show with the dancers rising from their graves and their costumes were awesome! Michael also did a very touching performance of Earth Song that would make anyone want to look at our Earth and want to make a difference.
To sum this up, this was a gift to Michael Jackson fans and was incredible to watch. Even if you're not a MJ fan like my boyfriend is, you'll still enjoy it, he was impressed on how dedicated everyone was and loved the music. This Is It should not be missed!
10/10
awesome..must watch for all fans, 28 October 2009
Author: shreyash015 from India
As a die hard fan of the most amazing entertainer mankind will ever know i write this review...The movie makes u wanna see more and more of MJ.. The footage of Michael Jackson performing his last dance moves is just amazing...A movie for all the fans..must watch..The movie makes u wanna cry..Michael Jackson's voice and dance moves are just to die for and are timeless..his music will live on forever in our hearts..The movie is totally based on his last rehearsal for the 50 concerts that were to take place..Also the sets that were involved and the other dancers and technicians were also a part of the movie. On the whole the movie has got footage of the KING OF POP only very few could see..As i said before the movie is a must watch for all MJ fans..Love u Mj..your music will live on forever..R.I.P MJ
Sooo many other comments that it would take forever to be uploaded here..
P.S.
ALERT!
There is footage throughout the final credit sequence and after the credits end. And if you can, see it in a DP theater...for the sound alone..
An amazing experience! :)
