Michael Jackson: This Is It

Pros: Some entertaining songs, intriguing footage of the creative process
Cons: Doesn't hold together, goes on too long, lacks drive and purpose

I wouldn't describe myself as a Michael Jackson fanatic, but I am a fan of his music.  I wouldn't normally start a review of anything like this, but being a huge fan as opposed to a moderate fan likely makes an enormous difference in your enjoyment ...

Pros: Michael and his music on the big screen
Cons: A little long, something you'd expect as a DVD extra except it's Michael Jackson

What was once planned to be one of the greatest concert shows of all time, This Is It was turned into a concert movie slash documentary slash inside look at a Michael Jackson's last days.I had a bittersweet feeling going into the movie ...

Pros: Michael Jackson’s performances during rehearsals; good editing; Great behind the scenes footage
Cons: extra footage of dancers; didn’t see the moonwalk

Michael Jackson’s This Is It is backstage footage of Michael Jackson’s rehearsals for his This Is It tour.  Michael Jackson was supposed to do 50 concerts for his This Is It tour, but his unfortunate death prevented ...

Pros: Great songs, behind the scenes footage, MJ's final rehearsals, innovative videos
Cons: Would have liked more of MJ's directives, a bit disjointed

I'm a little hesitant to review Michael Jackson: This Is It because I'm not a movie reviewer and this film wasn't even a movie. However, it touched me deeply and so, I will attempt to review the film I just saw that had no plot nor any real ...

Pros: Although incomplete, this is an impressive production. MJ definitely still had the goods.
Cons: There's an exploitation factor involved here that makes me  uncomfortable. Kenny Ortega's annoying.

Most people aren't aware of the hard work that goes into making a concert a spectacle. Of course, I'm not talking about the type of concert where the band ambles on stage, plugs in their instruments and just starts playing. I'm talking about shows where ...

Pros: more Michael than I thought it would be, behind the scenes peek at Michael's vision
Cons: a little too fast paced

Like others, I bought my tickets as soon as they went on sale because, if I never saw another film, this is one I would not miss. I took my father with me, who didn't really care one way or another about Michael Jackson until he saw the Billie ...

Pros: No Britney Spears "comeback", the moves stayed with him.
Cons: Feels lethargic despite all the dancing.

Some movies are easier to review than others—This is not one of them. Unlike most, it’s very difficult to find a genre with which to categorize This Is It. Is it a documentary? No, those usually ...

Pros: overall great footage and interviews
Cons: He died unexpectedly before the tour was set to begin.

"This Is It," displaying the auditions and rehearsals for Michael Jackson's upcoming comeback tour before he unexpectedly passed on, has finally hit the theaters! It is definitely bringing the comeback for Michael Jackson's music and many other talents, ...

Pros: Very entertaining.  Never bored.
Cons: Hardly none, unless one considers that viewing MJ's face is painful.

I have just seen the best movie of the year.    There is a reason why "This is it" is the highest grossing concert movie and still in theatres beyond its limited run:  it's great.  I was a  skeptic when a friend called and ...

Pros: behind-the-scenes look at Michael Jackson at work, Earth Song, Smooth Criminal
Cons: incomplete, Michael never meant us to see it

For the past year or so, I have served as a guide on ChaCha, a mobile answering service that allows people to text in with questions and receive personalized responses in a timely fashion. Several months ago, I began receiving a lot of questions about ...

Pros: MJ's dancing was great, even at 50!
Cons: It did run a bit long, though I didn't find it to be slow.

Despite his ups and downs, Michael Jackson was one incredible performer.  To be honest, I jumped at the opportunity to see what has basically become his last performance. This movie was really a documentary. There wasn't the normal ...

Pros: The music, special effects, dance and song were amazing along with surprises at the end!
Cons:  That the best performance of his life will never be seen in concert!

 Kudos to Kenny Ortega for this excellent tribute film and for honoring this entertainer's true passion for his life work! This movie reveals the personality behind the talent and genius of Michael Jackson in a manner ...

Pros: The movie was quite interesting and entertaining.  MY GIRL LIKED it
Cons:  a bit too long.  sneak in with your own popcorn...  the prices these days!

I enjoyed the movie. I am not that big of a fan but it was quite interesting.  2 hours seemed just a little long but my girl absolutely loved it. Twenty bucks and 2 hours later...