DVD
REVIEW: THIS
IS IT
1/23/10
OVERVIEW: Sony Pictures Home Entertainment offers music lovers a backstage pass to witness the King of Pop plan and create what would have been his electrifying and triumphant return to the stage when MICHAEL JACKSON’S THIS IS IT debuts on Blu-ray, DVD and PSP this January 26, 2010. After breaking box office records around the world, MICHAEL JACKSON’S THIS IS IT will dazzle on Blu-ray and
DVD.
SYNOPSIS: MICHAEL JACKSON’S THIS IS IT offers Jackson fans and music lovers worldwide a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the performer as he developed, created and rehearsed for his sold-out concerts that would have taken place beginning this summer in London’s O2 Arena. Chronicling the months from April through June, 2009, the film is drawn from more than one hundred hours of behind-the-scenes footage, featuring Jackson rehearsing a number of his songs for the show. Audiences will be given a privileged and private look at the singer, dancer, filmmaker, architect, and genius as he creates and perfects his final show.
DVD: The film is
presented in widescreen with a 1.78:1 aspect ration
preserving its theatrical format. Not only the picture looks
good in this release, also the sound it is good. A Dolby Digital
English 5.1 Surround, providing a nice complement to the picture,
especially when it comes to the songs practice.
In terms of Special Features
the DVD includes plenty of material worth the time. “Staging the Return: The Adventure Begins” Making-of Documentary,
“Staging the Return: Beyond the Show” Making-of Documentary
and “The Gloved One” Costumes Featurette provided an
in deep look at the details and surprises that Michael and his
team were putting together for the concert. The other
featurettes are auditions and Memories of Michael.
Overall
"This is it" delivers a very comprehensive and
outstanding behind the scenes at Michael's last performance.
Even thought all of these scenes are from rehearsals, Michael's
music love, intensity and perfection were exceptionally put
together by Kenny Ortega in this documentary. This is definitely
a DVD to own.
VIDEO:
Widescreen (1.78:1)
AUDIO:
English
5.1 Dolby Digital
Subtitles - English Spanish
French
SPECIAL
FEATURES:
“Staging the Return: The Adventure Begins” Making-of Documentary
This in-depth documentary reveals Michael Jackson’s unique, groundbreaking vision for his ambitious return to the stage, with director Kenny Ortega and the entire crew from This Is It.
“Staging the Return: Beyond the Show” Making-of Documentary
Director Kenny Ortega and the crew of This Is It discuss Michael Jackson's final rehearsals, and the purpose behind creating the concert film.
“The Gloved One” Costumes Featurette
Costume Designer Zaldy reveals the elaborate new costumes created for Michael Jackson to wear on the This Is It tour.
“Memories of Michael” Featurette
Kenny Ortega and the crew of This Is It share personal stories about working with Michael Jackson, and how they will remember their friend.
“Auditions: Searching for the World's Best Dancers” Featurette
A look at the high-stakes audition process, which began with over 5,000 applicants and ended with the selection of 11 exceptionally talented dancers.
Theatrical Trailer
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