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Michael Jackson’s This Is It (2009) – Movie Review

james pong — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 15:46:15 +0000

Michael Jackson’s This Is It is a concert film documenting Michael Jackson’s rehearsals of the concert series of the same name. The concert which was scheduled to start on July 13, 2009 was abruptly cancelled because of his death on June 25, 2009. The film shows Jackson mentoring his team, creating, developing, directing and staging the performances.

SPOILER WARNING: Plot and/or ending details follow.

Michael Jackson’s This Is It

Directed by Kenny Ortega, the film features 24 songs from his albums. The film starts with a small introduction text followed by audition for dancers and rehearsals of songs and dance choreography. The highlight of the film includes the remake of “Thriller” 3D version, amazing high-tech stage set ups, duet rehearsal with Judith Hill for “I Just Can’t Stop Loving You” and lots of special effects and something we have never seen before.

The movie ends with “This Is It” and “Heal the World” during the credits. Some notable songs weren’t featured include “You Are Not Alone”, “Remember The Time” and “Ben”.

Overall, from a neutral perspective, the film is well produced with superior sound editing, great cinematography combining different angles of the rehearsal footage. As a fan, we get to see the making of what would be the best concert of the century if “This Is It” were to be shown “Live”. Michael Jackson’s a perfectionist, a great singer, a superb dancer, a well-respected director, a mastermind and most of all, a loving soul.

My ratings: 8 out of 10.

New Michael Jackson “This Is It” Song

james pong — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 13:31:12 +0000

New Michael Jackson Song “This Is It” is now out in MichaelJackson.com. Listen to the song below: -

“This Is It” will be available worldwide in CD on October 26 & 27 while the vinyl version will be out on November 10.

Michael Jackson’s This Is It (2009) Trailer

james pong — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 12:58:57 +0000

This Is It also known as Michael Jackson’s This Is It is a movie based on the rehearsal of Michael Jackson’s This Is It concert. Starring Michael Jackson himself, This Is It opens on October 28, 2009.

Mexican Dance to “Thriller” to Set World Record

james pong — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 04:17:26 +0000

Mexicans from all walk of life gathered and performed “Thriller” in Mexico City to commemorates Michael Jackson’s 51st birthday. An estimated 12,937 people danced to “Thriller” in an attempt to break Guinness World Record. The previous record was set by 242 students from the College of William & Mary in Williamsburg, VA in May. Guinness will make a final determination in about a week or so.

Police: Michael Jackson’s Death Ruled As Homicide

james pong — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 04:16:33 +0000

According to The Associated Press , Michael Jackson’s death was a homicide through the finding from the LA County coroner which could mean criminal charges for his doctor. Dr. Conrad Murray for administering a mix of powerful drugs to treat the pop star’s insomnia hours before his death.

The homicide ruling was based on forensic tests that found the anesthetic propofol combined with at least two sedatives to kill Jackson, an unnamed law enforcement official .

The ruling does not necessarily mean a crime was committed. But the finding does help prosecutors if they decide to file criminal charges against Dr. Conrad Murray who was caring for Jackson when he died June 25 in his rented Los Angeles mansion.

Heal the World Singer Revealed

james pong — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 04:25:14 +0000

We all know “Heal the World” by Michael Jackson, but we don’t know who’s the singer behind the song until MJ’s memorial in which the mystery singer, known as Judith Hill, revealed herself and sang “Heal the World” brilliantly. Watch the video: -

(Via Rolling Stones)

Watch Michael Jackson Memorial Online

james pong — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 08:13:26 +0000

If you did not get the 17,500 tickets distributed earlier like me, fret not, you can still watch the memorial online.

UStream/CBS News

Live TV : Ustream

Other websites streaming the event “Live”:

Hulu/Fox News starting 9:30AM PT/12:30PM ET
Facebook/CNN starting 9AM PT/12PM ET
CNN Live starting 9AM PT/12PM ET
MySpace starting 10AM PT/1PM ET
MSNBC.com starting 10AM PT/1PM ET

For those who fancy big screens, you can also watch it from your local movie theaters, visit Cinedigm website. I’ll be watching it “Live” on cable TV.

Michael Jackson’s Rehearsal Video Released

james pong — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 02:32:13 +0000

Michael Jackson’s rehearsal video is now out. It has been released since yesterday and the video was filmed two days before Jackson’s sudden death. It was believed that Jackson was in good health as the video was showing Jackson vigorously practicing a song-and-dance routine days before his death.

Michael Jackson’s Fans Commit Suicide

james pong — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 09:21:36 +0000

Up to 12 Michael Jackson die-hard fans has committed suicide as reported by The Sun.

According to MJJcommunity website, these devastated Michael Jackson fanatics have killed themsleves because of the superstar’s death. A Russian fan Pável Talaláyev who was found bleeding heavily with his wrist cut was saved by the ambulance when they found him at his home in Moscow. Pável is Russia’s most famous Jacko lookalike.

Filipinos Inmates Perform “Thriller” Video

james pong — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 16:50:52 +0000

Whether you have watched this before or not, here you go, Filipinos inmates perform superbly cheoreographed dance of “Thriller”. Just brilliant.

Coroner’s Statement On Michael Jackson’s Death

james pong — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 11:37:38 +0000

Since Michael Jackson’s death, many are still guessing the cause of it. Detective from Los Angeles Police Department says final toxicology not expected for several weeks. Watch the video below: -

Transformation of Michael Jackson From A Boy to A Man

james pong — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 14:26:16 +0000

Michael Jackson transformed from a 5-year-old kid to an adult Michael Jackson we know today. Amazing video.

Poem, My Tribute to Michael Jackson

james pong — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 01:35:01 +0000

Dear Michael,
Black or White, You Rock My World.
The Way You Make Me Feel, I Just Can’t Stop Loving You.
Gone Too Soon, Ain’t No Sunshine.
2 Bad, I Can’t Help It.
Speechless, Heaven Can Wait, Cry.
Whatever Happens, Dont’ Walk Away.
Keep the Faith, Remember the Time.

Love,
James Pong, a Michael Jackson fan

Michael Jackson Dies at 50

james pong — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 01:02:58 +0000

Michael Jackson, one of the world’s most popular and successful artists, died of cardiac arrest at the age of 50 earlier today. The pop star became a hit when he and his brothers make the headlines as Jackson 5 before Jackson went on to become a massive solo star. His album Thriller has got platinum 28 times in the U.S. and is the best-selling original album ever released.

Widely known as the King of Pop, the star’s profile has been badly damaged in the 90’s when he was accused of child sex abuse. Jackson had initially planned to play a series of dates in London, starting next month.

May the peace be with you.

Michael Jackson Lung Transplant Story Is a Total Fabrication

james pong — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 16:36:05 +0000

According to Jackson’s official spokesperson, Dr. Tohme Tohme, Michael Jackson lung transplant story is a total fabrication.

Michael Jackson Is Dying, In Need of Lung Transplant and a New Eye

james pong — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 15:15:54 +0000

According to Jackson’s biographer, Ian Halperin, Michael Jackson has been left half blind, barely able to speak and in need of a lung transplant by a debilitating genetic condition.

"He needs a lung transplant, but may be too weak to go through with it. He also has emphysema and chronic gastrointestinal bleeding, which his doctors have had a lot of trouble stopping. It’s the bleeding that’s the most problematic part. It could kill him."

Jackson’s financial woes has made him lost his Neverland and later on, he got sued by a Bahraini sheikh. All his problems started when he was acquitted of child-molestation charges in 2003. Since then, his financial woes get worsen by the day.

Squirrels Dance to Michael Jackson’s Tune

james pong — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 15:23:08 +0000

Squirrels dance to Michael Jackson’s "I Just Can’t Stop Loving You" song. Hilarious!

Final Fantasy Performing Thriller

james pong — Fri, 09 Nov 2007 17:05:53 +0000

Watch the Cast of “Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within” get their groove on to Michael Jackson’s epic pop masterpiece, Thriller.

Morning Roundup

james pong — Sun, 14 Oct 2007 16:52:05 +0000

Good morning and Happy Be bald and be free day!

Al Gore won Nobel Peace Prize for climate change work.
Wacko Jacko is back!
Universal to take on iTunes by providing free music. Whoa.
BEA rejects Oracle’s USD$ 6.7 billion offer saying the unsolicited offer was too low.

How Michael Jackson Would Look Like Without Surgery

james pong — Thu, 23 Nov 2006 14:52:39 +0000

Ever wonder how Michael Jackson would look like if he didn’t have the plastic surgery? ForArtist.com has got Michael Jackson drawn up as a 45-year old and a 70-year old by applying basic aging trends to one of Michael Jackson’s childhood pictures.