Official <<< THIS IS IT >>> thisisittickets.com - More Countries Added ;-)

[MsMo]

UPDATE: More Countries (flags) added : http://www.thisisittickets.com/

UPDATE: Coming in Blu-ray^TM and DVD -
http://www.mjjcommunity.com/forum/showpost.php?p=2191796&postcount=264

UPDATE: SonyPictures.com/Movies/MichaelJacksonThisIsIt -
http://www.sonypictures.com/movies/michaeljacksonthisisit/
UPDATE: Choose your country @ top of page - http://www.thisisittickets.com/ OR

UPDATE: International - http://www.mjjcommunity.com/forum/showpost.php?p=2156901&postcount=97


THIS IS IT TICKETS >>>

"Register here http://www.thisisittickets.com/ to be alerted when they go on sale"

OR check your local theater Listings.

Yes! I'd like to receive email updates about Michael Jackson This Is It and other information from Sony Pictures Entertainment ("SPE"). I'll also get the Sony Pictures Spotlight newsletter, my guide to upcoming movies, soundtracks, free downloads, great tv shows, DVD releases, cool promotions & events and more.

http://www.sonypictures.com/

[h0opman31]

cool, i registered.

[bubbles1999]

Cool, why do they need our DOB and gender though? Huh

[mjbunny]

Hmmm, they want a zip code, so the info will seemingly be about the American release of it only. I wonder if there's anything corresponding for outside the US.

Update: No, at least not for Germany. All there is on the German site is some article about it, saying it will be out October 28th and so on.

Here's the Sony Pictures international site where you can look up info for your country: http://www.sonypictures.net

[Naad]

:mello: why is it only for Americans? Grr!!

[Superstition]

Cool, why do they need our DOB and gender though? Huh

Statistics, most likely. Or personalized results.

[MJstarlight]

Thanks

[Nippleina]

lame.

limited 2 weeks and a pre sale. why? so we can go on ebay and craigslist and pay hundreds.

i don't understand. first a lottery to win tickets to the public memorial and now this. ughhhhhhhh

[myfavouritewintercoat]

lame.

limited 2 weeks and a pre sale. why? so we can go on ebay and craigslist and pay hundreds.

i don't understand. first a lottery to win tickets to the public memorial and now this. ughhhhhhhh

Exactly

[Dangerous Incorporated]

Registered too. Thank you!:clapping:

[kes1984]

Hmmm, they want a zip code, so the info will seemingly be about the American release of it only. I wonder if there's anything corresponding for outside the US.

Update: No, at least not for Germany. All there is on the German site is some article about it, saying it will be out October 28th and so on.

Here's the Sony Pictures international site where you can look up info for your country: http://www.sonypictures.net

No mention of TII on the Australian Sony website! grrr

[Sugarsiri]

Only for the US??? Sooooo rubbish!

[MsMo]

For clarity, it does NOT say you have to register to get tickets.

It says "Register here to be alerted when they go on sale".

[michaelloverforever1980]

Thank u but just so sad all of this :cry xxxx

Ps just check it out and only for usa huh???x

[Marilyn Monroe]

oooh so we no need to register. i was about to say..why register for tickets, we can buy them at the theaters. lol
i thought they were jerking our chain and making it difficult for us.

[Adore]

edit: nevermind.

[souldreamer7]

thanks for posting it will make it easier to find for ppl just now trying to find the info.
I registered two days ago. I found out through a post from michaeljackson.com with a little search on my part.

[Prince Of Pop]

I'm registered. I hope they show this at all theaters..not just select theaters...or only in big cities.

I live in small town, USA in Minnesota so if they bypass my city because we have less than 10,000 people living in our town, I'll be pissed.

On the other hand...I am 1 hour east of Fargo, North Dakota so maybe I'll have to take a road trip to see MJ.......IF they show it in Fargo.

God I hope so

[souldreamer7]

Are you sure this is official? This hasn't been posted on the official MJ site, or any Sony Music/Sony Pictures site I've seen. This could be easily faked as some kind of spam sign-up. I wouldn't bother registering until it's properly announced.

http://www.michaeljackson.com/

http://www.michaeljackson.com/us/news/michael-jackson-it-be-presented-exclusively-two-week-limited-engagement-around-world

MICHAEL JACKSON THIS IS IT" TO BE PRESENTED EXCLUSIVELY FOR TWO-WEEK LIMITED ENGAGEMENT AROUND THE WORLD
AUGUST 20, 2009
TICKETS TO GO ON SALE SEPTEMBER 27. INTIMATE PORTRAIT OF MICHAEL JACKSON AS YOU'VE NEVER SEEN HIM BEFORE TO HIT THEATERS WORLDWIDE OCTOBER 28


CULVER CITY, Ca., August 20, 2009 - Sony Pictures Entertainment and Sony Music Entertainment announced today that Michael Jackson THIS IS IT will be released exclusively for a special, limited, two-week engagement worldwide, with the studio pushing up the debut of the film by two days, to Wednesday, October 28th. Due to the anticipated demand for this film, tickets for the two-week presentation will go on sale in most cities beginning on Sunday, September 27th.
Separately, the producers of Michael Jackson THIS IS IT announced that Kenny Ortega has been set to direct the motion picture. The film is being produced with the full support of The Estate of Michael Jackson.

Commenting on the announcement, Ortega, director of and Jackson's creative partner on the THIS IS IT concert, said, "This film is a gift to Michael's fans. As we began assembling the footage for the motion picture we realized we captured something extraordinary, unique and very special. It's a very private, exclusive look into a creative genius's world. For the first time ever, fans will see Michael as they have never seen him before – this great artist at work. It is raw, emotional, moving and powerful footage that captures his interactions with the THIS IS IT collaborators that he had personally assembled for this once in a lifetime project. This film shows a consummate performer working with and guiding singers, dancers, band members, choreographers, special effects creators and countless other creative members of the team as we all assemble this historic concert. I can think of many words to describe Michael as he rehearses for and creates THIS IS IT– inspirational, dynamic, generous, dedicated, loving and the guiding force—you see him as the true architect and driving force of this project – a true master of his craft, the Entertainer of Entertainers. I'm proud of the many years of friendship and creative association I shared with Michael and I'm happy that people will get a chance to see his spirit and drive in action. THIS IS IT may go down as the greatest concert that no one got a chance to see, but with this film, we get a rare portrait of Michael as he prepares for his final curtain call and what I believe was going to be his master work."

Michael Jackson THIS IS IT will offer 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.
"I have never been partners with a more creative, innovative or groundbreaking entertainer than Michael Jackson," said Randy Phillips, President & CEO, AEG LIVE and producer of Michael Jackson THIS IS IT. "While the concerts would have been the greatest shows in the history of music, our film will provide a historic event for Michael's fans to see for themselves the genius that he was and the creativity, talent and imagination that the entire cast devoted to create the ‘greatest concert that never happened'."

In the coming weeks, additional information about the film will be available at www.michaeljackson.com.
Dubbed the Billion Dollar Maestro by Daily Variety, Kenny Ortega has conquered Feature Films, Television, Stage, Concerts and massive Live Events such as The Olympics with equal excellence. As Michael Jackson's director and creative partner on THIS IS IT as well as the previous Jackson concert tours DANGEROUS and HISTORY, Mr. Ortega has been a friend, trusted colleague and collaborator of Michael Jackson's for over 20 years.
Kenny will segue from directing the film version of THIS IS IT to directing the Paramount feature film Footloose this fall. The multiple Emmy Award winner famously directed and visualized Disney's billion-dollar High School Musical franchise of films both for Television and as a Feature Film. Kenny directed the fastest selling concert tour in history, the Hannah Montana / Miley Cyrus "Best of Both Worlds Tour" featuring The Jonas Bros. This tour broke numerous records and extended its sell out tour by more than 20 shows. He also directed to tremendous praise the Opening and Closing Ceremonies for the 2002 Winter Olympic Games in Salt Lake City, Utah.

About Sony Pictures Entertainment
Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) is a subsidiary of Sony Corporation of America (SCA), a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sony Corporation. SPE's global operations encompass motion picture production and distribution; television production and distribution; digital content creation and distribution; worldwide channel investments; home entertainment acquisition and distribution; operation of studio facilities; development of new entertainment products, services and technologies; and distribution of filmed entertainment in more than 130 countries.
Sony Pictures Entertainment can be found on the World Wide Web at www.sonypictures.com.

About Sony Music Entertainment
Sony Music Entertainment is a global recorded music company with a roster of current artists that includes a broad array of both local artists and international superstars. The company boasts a vast catalog that comprises some of the most important recordings in history. It is home to premier record labels representing music from every genre, including American Recordings, Arista Nashville, Arista Records, Aware, Battery Records, Beach Street Records, Black Seal, BNA Records, Cinematic, Columbia Nashville, Columbia Records, Epic Records, Essential Records, Flicker Records, Fo-Yo Soul, GospoCentric, Hitz Committee Entertainment, J Records, Jive Records, LaFace Records, Legacy Recordings, Masterworks, Polo Grounds, RCA Records, RCA Nashville, RCA Red Seal, RCA Victor, Reunion Records, Slightly Dangerous, Sony Classical, Sony Music Latin, Star Time International, Verity Records, and Volcano Entertainment. Sony Music Entertainment is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation of America. For more information, visit www.sonymusic.com.
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[Adore]

I already edited my post you didn't have to post that pointless longass article since the tickets site isn't even mentioned in it. I eventually found it through sonypictures but only some tiny link which redirected to the page, and it still hasn't even been announced on the official MJ site yet. I wish they'd pull their finger out and update more often. They only 'announced' the official opus yesterday and we've already known about that for 2 weeks.

[MsMo]

Yes it's Official guys...a link is listed on http://www.sonypictures.com/
under Movies - Coming Soon.

[Maeflower86v2]

I am going to be so exited and devastated when I watch this. It's almost "chaplinesque" he's going to make us laugh and cry at the same time :(

[MJfan82]

Registered. I wonder how much these tickets are gonna cost....

[jayjackson]

I dont really get this.
Why does this have to be so confusing? Like, cant we just buy the tickets like we normally do?

[*Navi*]

Thanks for posting i have registered!

Hope we got a trailer soon!!:cheeky:

[souldreamer7]

I already edited my post you didn't have to post that pointless longass article since the tickets site isn't even mentioned in it. I eventually found it through sonypictures but only some tiny link which redirected to the page, and it still hasn't even been announced on the official MJ site yet. I wish they'd pull their finger out and update more often. They only 'announced' the official opus yesterday and we've already known about that for 2 weeks.

well if you mean me.. i posted that long a** article because that is what I had to weed through before it was made easier to sign up. also because no one believed it was offical. so therefore it is not pointless. but a point.

[souldreamer7]

edit: nevermind.

Yes you are the one who asked in this thrtead if it were official. now says nevermind.

[FedoraHatGirl2058]

:mello: why is it only for Americans? Grr!!
always the same story

[bgirLMJ]

jm..thanks for information :)

[FedoraHatGirl2058]

oooh so we no need to register. i was about to say..why register for tickets, we can buy them at the theaters. lol
i thought they were jerking our chain and making it difficult for us.
because the demand will be HUGE, they will show it for two weeks only, only the registered ones get the chance.

[Adore]

well if you mean me.. i posted that long a** article because that is what I had to weed through before it was made easier to sign up. also because no one believed it was offical. so therefore it is not pointless. but a point.

Yes you are the one who asked in this thrtead if it were official. now says nevermind.

um actually I'm the only one who brought up the possibility of it not being official. No one else did. And I edited my comment because I eventually found the sonypictures link, as I already mentioned. So actually no, there wasn't a point to your post. :smilerolleyes: Relax.

[Eric]

always the same story
Come on. MJ skipped the USA on his last 2 tours. Is it too much to ask that we get something here once in a while?

[#1MJstan]

Come on. MJ skipped the USA on his last 2 tours. Is it too much to ask that we get something here once in a while?

this made me lol... i must say i was thinking the same thing.. however I am surprised that it wouldn't be a worldwide release. Sony knows damn well that MJ wasn't just any ol' artist, he is a MEGA ARTIST and there is not one country on this earth that hasn't heard of him. This is just wrong of them, they should release it globally so we can all rush back here to chat about it.

[Yazman]

Goddamnit how come its US only? NO mention on the Australian site :(

[Julia]

I registerd probably no point though as I don't think it will come to Australia

Julia

Come Back Michael

[MJDisneyDork]

so i'm sooo confused about htis movie? is it going to be his concert rehearsal?..a documentary?....interviews with clips of his rehearsal?..i'm confused

[Andrew Ryan]

only for US? If logic applies the people in London should get it first...the fu**?

[bowen9999]

It's not on the UK 'coming soon' list. :(

[thrillerchild]

It's not on the UK 'coming soon' list. :(

That pisses me off big time!!!!!:no:

[prismsagainst5live]

I have confidence it will be posted there soon. aint no way they cant release worldwide and they really shudnt do a staggered release either if they wanna make money cos i dunno if i cud prevent myself watching bits on youtube/download.

[Andrew Ryan]

Anything for money...they are capatilising on this as much as possible...bastards.

[FedoraHatGirl2058]

this made me lol... i must say i was thinking the same thing.. however I am surprised that it wouldn't be a worldwide release. Sony knows damn well that MJ wasn't just any ol' artist, he is a MEGA ARTIST and there is not one country on this earth that hasn't heard of him. This is just wrong of them, they should release it globally so we can all rush back here to chat about it.
What! are you saying i wont be able to see Michael Jackson THIS IS IT in theaters here in Argentina?? are you sure?? man, i hate it if its like that

[#1MJstan]

What! are you saying i wont be able to see Michael Jackson THIS IS IT in theaters here in Argentina?? are you sure?? man, i hate it if its like that


WHOA WHOA WHOA!!!!!!!!!!!!:agree: Don't quote me, I was just going by what other from outside of the U.S. were saying.. I am hoping everyone gets to see the movie even it if is for a limited time..

[aliana101]

Eh. I won't stress too much about it. I would like to see it but it's not like it's about a concert. They probably won't show it in my country anyway.

[Em_Mj]

OMG so we wont even be able to see this?! WHY does nothing EVER go right for us? God... I can't believe this. :cry:

[mirrordut]

Thank you for your great information :) And I wish everyone can see it in whole theater.......including me :D

[beccalovesmj]

so its only in america?

ffs why? thats not fair. :boohoo :boohoo omg :(

[Tom]

I still think they are going about the release of This Is It completely wrong. They have no idea how to please the fans. We are getting screwed over.

[michaela_eve]

only US? agaaiiinn..... >"<
if someone knows about how it works for international....please post something

[Ágnes]

the registration for the newsletter also works with Italian zip address my friend said

[MJ_FANtastic]

relax guys. It clearly says a worldwide release on MJ's official website.

www.michaeljackson.com (http://www.michaeljackson.com)

[Arabian Knight]

I just registered anyway, I hope I get the chance to see it in cinemas

[mjbunny]

Right. CALM DOWN ;) It is worldwide release. The site given in this thread (first post) was just a "register for info" thing in the US. It's not about buying tickets or the movie's actual release. We'll all get info eventually in September about where it will be in our countries, how to get tickets, etc.

[noumene]

The zip code you enter has nothing to do with ticket sales. A zip is required for every newsletter/alert system you subscribe to.

I almost cried when the huge MJ - This Is It title popped up on that black background...

[mjsgirl4eva]

thanks so much for posting

[earthlyme]

HOPEFULLY After the Theater presentation...the put it out on DVD!!! cuz if its 2 weeks...I dont know how many ppl. are not able to see it!

[Eric]

Calm down everyone. That website might be for the USA only, but the film is going to be released worldwide.

[MJfan10]

Thanks but it doesn't work for people outside of the U.S :(

[Chaos]

I hope they eventually decide to release it longer then 2 months and I hope the promotion is BIG for it

[Rockin.]

Well can someone in the USA please post updates when you recieve the emails.

- Make a thread on here or something, containing all the emails, so we can all have the information?

Yep?

[angelofinnocence]

sick. Will not be going to see a very ill Michael. Sorry.

[stineLOVESmichael]

well it's coming to norway it says so it's not only for the US!

[amrice]

It's a worldwide release guys, I suggest Outside US should start asking their cinemas ;)
I asked mine and anyone from the Philippines, don't worry I got a confirmation it would be released on Oct. 28 locally.

[Pentum]

YEAH, it's for Norway too!

Can't wait!

[Hess]

I just typed in a zip code, so now I will get email with updates.

[Moonwalker.Fan]

SLOVAKIA - http://www.itafilm.sk/
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[Ágnes]

for Hungary 29th October

http://www.intercom.hu/?page=5&nid=18316

[Yazman]

For Australia 30th October:

http://www.eventcinemas.com.au/Movie/Details/3261

[lmojackson]

im bout to register hey

[andyp350]

this is so wierd, why cant they just put it in the cinemas like a normal movie release?

[andyp350]

is there anything for the UK

[thrillerchild]

Nothing on Odeon, Cineworld or Vue yet I'm afraid Andyp350 :(

[StaceyMJ]

It'll def be released in the UK. If not that's effed up being as it was meant to be happening here.

[MJandRFfan]

This is going to be easy to remember, tickets go on sale on my birthday......

[DanceOfZenab1994]

This is pathetic. It's a movie. And they are acting like it's an actual concert.

[Misayko]

I dont really get this.
Why does this have to be so confusing? Like, cant we just buy the tickets like we normally do?

so true..
its ridiculous all this drama about tickets for cinemas..
they should just treat it as a normal movie. that would make it easier to buy tickets..

[DJ Spins the sounds]

Something has to be done with all this hoopla, its just a movie. Its not a concert, why on earth can't we just pop along to a cinema and buy our tickets there and then, ohh wait a minute its AEG/SONY, and its all about cost, not about fans, not about how good the movie will be, its not about Michael Jackson. Its all about money!

This is da ja vue! This is just like when the concert tickets were put up for pre-sale, initial 10 nights then went to 50 nights. The same with the movie, create a panic, only two week showing, watch this, this will run until Christmas.

[This Is It]

so true..
its ridiculous all this drama about tickets for cinemas..
they should just treat it as a normal movie. that would make it easier to buy tickets..

Except it isn't just a normal movie... It's Michael's last ever performance and the greatest show on Earth.

[Jstarr06]

Yeah I registered!

[Moonwalker.Fan]

This is pathetic. It's a movie. And they are acting like it's an actual concert.

This is a documentary about the rehearsals, not a movie... :doh:

[Adore]

c'mon. Of course it will be worldwide. With a DVD release. Since when is Sony not gonna take up the opportunity to fully milk something for all it's worth? Maybe there are no UK announcements yet because the premiere might be here or something. Would they have paid 50 or 60 million to only release the footage in the US? What would they get out of basically giving it for free to everyone else (since if people outside the US couldn't see it, they'd just download pirate copies)? It's not even released until October anyway, it's normal for any movie that plans aren't all together yet.

[bjoernclausen]

Denmark - Oct. 30th
http://www.kino.dk/Film/T/TH/This-is-it.aspx

You can register for info on the Danish presale - and it states on the front page, that it is currently the 5th most anticipated movie in Denmark!

[bjoernclausen]

This is da ja vue! This is just like when the concert tickets were put up for pre-sale, initial 10 nights then went to 50 nights. The same with the movie, create a panic, only two week showing, watch this, this will run until Christmas.

Actually that makes complete sense. I might actually have to agree with you on that one! :yes:

[Hess]

Denmark - Oct. 30th
http://www.kino.dk/Film/T/TH/This-is-it.aspx

You can register for info on the Danish presale - and it states on the front page, that it is currently the 5th most anticipated movie in Denmark!

Tak. det link synes jeg ikke jeg har set på moo-walkers. Men tak for det.

[SUSIE.Q]

Dreading the whole thing.

[stineLOVESmichael]

I just HOPE they'll show aLOT of his signing and dancing!
because it says it will include friends talking about Michael (amoung many other things).. I just hope they wont cut in the middle of "will you be there" to show...akon talking about working with Michael..
I wanna see his EVERY move and every single note he sang that day

[andyp350]

I just HOPE they'll show aLOT of his signing and dancing!
because it says it will include friends talking about Michael (amoung many other things).. I just hope they wont cut in the middle of "will you be there" to show...akon talking about working with Michael..
I wanna see his EVERY move and every single note he sang that day

im preparing myself for alot of that, and people talking over the songs and stuff, i doubt we'll get to see whole sings performed without intteruption, im not getting my hopes up anyway. Maybe there doing this pre-sale tickets thing because there worried about massive crowds and the cinemas

[joe911]

I remember reading somewhere before that this is it would have 3 releases?

Theatrical/dvd[with extras]/full rehersal ,,,maybe?

If not,im sure someone will sneak a cam in and it will be online within a few hours.

[stineLOVESmichael]

im preparing myself for alot of that, and people talking over the songs and stuff, i doubt we'll get to see whole sings performed without intteruption, im not getting my hopes up anyway. Maybe there doing this pre-sale tickets thing because there worried about massive crowds and the cinemas

omg if that happens..
I will be like: :evil:

[girl24]

Thanks, I registered.

[Laura_MJfan]

ugh as if we have to register

[MsMo]

Y'all are welcome :)

I hope it's like some others have said, that they're just trying to create a huge demand...as if it already ain't gonna be :doh:

But hey, that's the way the business goes, when ya wanna make money - turn up the hype machine, whether ya need to or not.

Even though it's not a concert, I hope they'll have some NEW official merchandise at the theaters with shots from the dress rehearsal...
at reasonable prices.

[MsMo]

Official???

Michael Jackson This Is It Movie Trailer >>>

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ixoYsLze3pY

MichaelJackson50th (http://www.youtube.com/user/MichaelJackson50th)

[Cheater_07]

^ I guess not. It hasn't got a second of material we haven't already seen. It's just a very well made fan trailer. As soon as there is a real trailer, it will be up on the website for sure:)

+ you can see that the image is bigger and smaller at certain points in that 'trailer'. Not official (is my guess).

[Nova]

Official???

Michael Jackson This Is It Movie Trailer >>>

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ixoYsLze3pY

MichaelJackson50th (http://www.youtube.com/user/MichaelJackson50th)
Definitely not official.

[The Moonwalker]

does anyone have any information on how to register for tickets here in the UK?

:)

[MsMo]

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Lebanon (http://www.circuitempire.edison.secure-xp.net/index.aspx?CountryID=2)
South Africa (http://www.sonypictures.co.za/)
UAE (http://www.circuit-empire.com/)


http://www.sonypictures.net/

[Kirshach]

'Russia & C.I.S.' link sends me to Pink Panther 2 site :D

[vargak]

I am lost...why would one need to register to buy a ticket for a movie???? and give date of birth??
only once TM sends me my tickets will I register for anything to do with this project..

[8701girl]

Okay do australians have to register for a ticket too?

[MsMo]

So far, nothing indicates that anyone has to register for tickets...only for notification of when they go on sale...

See 1st post.

[Jabz]

You don't have to register. Its only for info on when the tickets become available, like a mail list.

[prismsagainst5live]

the gateway jst sends me the sony UK page where it doesnt list this is it as a coming soon movie.

[thrillerchild]

IT'll be posted on here no doubt when announcements are made.

[Remyisme]

yea, my country website, doesn't have this movie in the list. or any info about it... I don't it's gonna be screened here.

[DarkPhoenixWing]

Yup, Theres nothing about it at all in the UK section. Urgh.

[Yeezy2010]

I dont even know where there showing this in the UK? Help? lol

[vargak]

You don't have to register. Its only for info on when the tickets become available, like a mail list.

OK thanks for clearing it up :clapping:
I will wait for the media to announce it...
not feeling comfortable registering for This is it again......:(

[DarkPhoenixWing]

I dont even know where there showing this in the UK? Help? lol

I'm willing to bet they'll show it only in Leicster Square at either the big VUE or the big Odeon. Thats it.

I work in an Odeon cinema in Preston, and the managers themselves have no knowledge of TII.

[Yeezy2010]

I'm willing to bet they'll show it only in Leicster Square at either the big VUE or the big Odeon. Thats it.

I work in an Odeon cinema in Preston, and the managers themselves have no knowledge of TII.

Hope it gets shown in Manchester. :(

[The One.]

yea, my country website, doesn't have this movie in the list. or any info about it... I don't it's gonna be screened here.

Same here. But I've emailed them and they said it's coming so I really expect it to come, then! If it doesn't they lied!

[DARKLIGHTDAN]

Better not be in just america!

[smooth_criminal05]

Canadian fans should know that Cineplex has added the movie to their "Coming Soon" section. They have a release date of Oct 30th, I imagine this will change.

As for the trailers, expect them to be launched next week as we head into September!

[*~MJ Loves MJ~*]

Thanks for the info Smooth Criminal.

Glade to see that it sounds like it's going to available to everyone. I would hope so, it's bad enough the man has passed let alone having to shell out money we don't have to see his last work.

Michael would want the entire world to see it. I hope they do, and remember what an amazing artist he will always be.

It'll be so damn hard to watch....you'll leave more than inspired though. Only thing is, it'll leaving you wanting more, for Michael...the thought that he could now enjoy life, feel free, share his work with others, and hopefully get the respect he so much deserved. What hurts is knowing what more could have been, him on Ellen, laughing and joking, special appearances etc. We always wanted the best for our Michael. Bless his soul.

[smooth_criminal05]

The movie will be shown in all major markets around the world so please do not worry! I can guarantee that the movie will be available on a large scale basis in the US, Canada, UK, Australia, France, Germany, Japan, etc. If you live in a country that usually has American movies in the cinema then you will also have This Is It. If your country does not often show American movies then you might have to search harder. But people should not be worried about not seeing it, especially if you live in the UK!

[pauline]

just so sad, i can't register it...

[Misayko]

so we dont have to register to buy tickets..

how can we buy tickets then when the presale starts???

[PoP]

I checked sonypictures.ca and Michael's movie isn't there yet. It isn't fair for just the US to have ticket sales next month. I wanna see the movie when it hits.

[Calotte12]

Canadian fans should know that Cineplex has added the movie to their "Coming Soon" section. They have a release date of Oct 30th, I imagine this will change.

As for the trailers, expect them to be launched next week as we head into September!

Nice!!! Here I come MJ!

Rumours from MJFRANCE.NET

The THIS IS IT movie trailer will be presented in exclusivity at the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards at 21h00EST

[Adore]

I checked sonypictures.ca and Michael's movie isn't there yet. It isn't fair for just the US to have ticket sales next month. I wanna see the movie when it hits.

They are not ticket sales. It's just a mailing list to be notified of when they do go on sale. There's probably no info on your sonypictures site because the movie isn't even finished yet.

[Hess]

I still wait for the trailer.

[smooth_criminal05]

Trailers will begin in September. There will be several made for both television, billboard, radio, and cinema advertising. Rumors are pointing at the MTV music awards for a possible debut for the television component of the campaign but this cannot be confirmed at this time. From what I have heard from my own sources I've been communicating with the trailers are coming very soon. The advertising campaign will be quite large for this type of project. Sony is apparently investing millions into advertising. Stay tuned to Michael Jackson.com, more info is coming next week...

[emmah24]

I'm willing to bet they'll show it only in Leicster Square at either the big VUE or the big Odeon. Thats it.

I work in an Odeon cinema in Preston, and the managers themselves have no knowledge of TII.

Doubt it, Sony will want to recoup as much money as possible therefore it will no doubt play in cities and major towns around the UK. Dont forget, Michael has a huge fanbase here, fans will go pay to see it not just once or twice but a few times, especially if they play it as a limited run.

[Love.him]

If we are already registered with Sony or michaeljackson.com, shouldn't we automatically get these updates?

[Moogisland]

Love.him : Yes, I think so! :-)

[Moogisland]

Folks, I don't think you need to register to be eligibel for tickets. This is just a sort of 'mailing list' to inform you went tickets will be available for sale.
I imagine you go about getting the tickets like you would any other film.

[andythemisfit]

I hope this documentary gets shown in Malta. :praying

[Misayko]

so end of september i can just go to my cinema and buy a ticket?

[Staffordshire Bullterrier]

I am gonna check the sites of the theatres here, cause i was expecting to simply buy a movie ticket and go to see it. I wasn't expecting to have to do it another way.

[tsw_gnaget]

For those who are concerned about the release in Sweden..
I contacted "SF" and got this reply:

"Som det ser ut i nuläget kommer vi att visa filmen. Ett tips är att hålla utkik på vår hemsida för kommande information. "

So they're basically saying that they are probably gonna show it, and that you should look out at their homepage for upcoming information.

Woh, atleast now I can be calm about this :)

[MsMo]

There is now a flag option at the top of the page to choose from various countries :cheeky:

http://www.thisisittickets.com/

[Reghead121]

Event Cinemas put up a page about it. I'm so happy they will have it here!

http://www.eventcinemas.com.au/Movie/Details/3261

[MsMo]

For U.K. Fans, keep checkin' http://www.thisisittickets.com/ for updates!

In the mean time: http://www.sonypictures-newsletters.co.uk/newsletter/

[Dangerous Incorporated]

Australia finally has a page to register:
http://www.sonypictures.com.au/movies/michaeljacksonthisisit/

[mjbunny]

The flag option is only for 4 countries, though. What about us? *whine*

[adamschoales]

Via Kenny Ortega's Twitter:
THIS IS IT Trailer should be out in September. The exact date is forthcoming. Have a great Labor Day Weekend. Be Safe!

Can't wait!

UPDATE: Somewhat related here's another recent tweet from Kenny RE: the film:
I know the plan is to release the film Internationally end of October. When I know more, you'll know more. So enjoy your positive Tweets!!!

[*Navi*]

WOW great!!

Thank you so much for posting!!!

[MichaelLover83]

Fantastic I've been DYING to see this

[ForeverTheKing]

whats his twitter?

[adamschoales]

http://www.twitter.com/KennyOrtegaBlog

As soon as he posts more deets i'll post 'em here too!

[mirrordut]

Thank you! Great news..........:)

[tarah86]

well it's about time. I can't wait to see it.

[xXMJJXx]

omg cant wait!!!!!
finely some good news

[mickyj007]

Apparently it's to have it's worldwide premiere during the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards on the 13th September :)

[Steve001]

As Stone Cold used to say...'Oh Hell Yeah!' :)

Awesome news...

[Jmoney]

Thanks for the news, cant wait!!!!!

[mj1_jackson]

Weee, I can't wait:D

[Louise.]

Yay! I can't wait! :D

[souldreamer7]

I can't wait to see the trailer either

[amrice]

I can't wait! *does happy dance*

[MJLover1990]

This is great news, I can't wait to see it! :happy:

[jolovesmj]

hah, in singapore they showed the entire HIStory concert live in Munich on his bday, then followed by the This Is It advert during every commercial break! can't wait for it (:

[prismsagainst5live]

yay im gonna be on the floor after watching...

[thrillerchild]

Noooo!!!! That's the day of my bike ride!! :cry:

[CarverShaman]

Great news!! Can't wait! :)

[butterfly24]

I can't wait to see it!!!!!!!!!!:)
Thnxxx for posting it!!!!

[h0opman31]

thanks for the news.....i guess any day now.

[Foxy..]

Excellent, can't wait to see it :) thanks for posting, i missed it on my twitter!

[Em_Mj]

Can't wait for the trailer :wild: I bet it will be great :D

[eStyle]

I can't wait for it, either! :)

[Jerome]

:D wooo so excited :)

[MJsPYT1]

whooooo hooooo!!!!!

[aliana101]

I'm not feeling very excited.

[Hess]

Can't wait!!

Can you feel it?

[Arty]

I think next week we see the trailer!

[MusaedJackson]

Can't wait, this is great and very sad at the same time :cry:

[victorytour84]

I can't wait!

[MJfan10]

It's not on the UK 'coming soon' list. :(

I've been checking everyday but nothing still :(

[MJfan10]

I can't wait!! :D Thanks you :)

[mjrocks]

wow, cant wait

[4u_n_4me]

Hmmm. I registered as well, however, the only theatre near me is Harkins. Just checked their website, and TII isn't in their "Coming Soon" tab. I'm sad............

[Screamin]

Kenny Ortega has confirmed that the trailer will be released this month.

[mickyj007]

Only 1 week left til MTV VMAs :)

[MattyJam]

I am beyond excited about this....

[adamschoales]

UPDATE: Somewhat related here's another recent tweet from Kenny RE: the film:
I know the plan is to release the film Internationally end of October. When I know more, you'll know more. So enjoy your positive Tweets!!!

[Hess]

^^^^

Thanks fort he update

[Tom]

Is it definitely being shown at the VMA's?

[thrillerchild]

Yes it is

[MattyJam]

What's the source of that info?

[This Is It]

The VMA thing is far from confirmed, but likely.

[smooth_criminal05]

I have some news about the movie guys, just revealed to me by a source working closely on the movie. I can't give his name due to privacy but I can confirm it is 100% legit. There is some great stuff here, here is what I know:

1) Trailers are mostly done, and were waiting partly on the footage from the funeral which is being added in now. Expect to see the first ad premiere next weekend. I tried to press him on more info regarding the VMA's but couldn't get a confirmation.

2) The movie is not a 2 hour concert like many fans thought. In fact the movie is simply a documentary based around the This Is It tour, it shows Jackson in his final days and includes his death, aftermath, and reaction. Clips from the memorial and funeral will be used.

3) There will be some footage of MJ performing, much longer then the 3-4 minute snippet released at the end of June by AEG. You will see MJ in his dressing room, mingling and directing, plus one scene where he talks to the camera. Basically, it will show Jackson in his final months alive.

4) The movie is between 100 and 130 minutes in length.

5) The plan for the DVD is to have it out in late November by Thanksgiving or early December at the latest, although my source revealed this maybe a long shot if they extend the 2 week showing to 3 or 4 weeks (which is possible).

6) The DVD will contain the theatrical version in its whole plus over 2 hours of Jackson performing, warming up his vocals, singing, and in full costume. The most spectacular footage is by far from the Staples Center in LA which I'm told will "blow fans away". This extra footage will be a special feature on the DVD along with many other treats that fans will love.

7) Finally, the CD soundtrack I'm told will be released after the movie, most likely sometime in November to coincide with the DVD launch and WILL include a new song Jackson recorded in his last 2 years alive. Apparently the song is "off the hook" and is currently being worked on by producers who are putting the finishing touches on it and is being considered to be issued as a single all around the world.

[LisaU123]

Thanks for the information. If accurate I am disappointed, I was hoping for it to be mostly dress rehearsal footage of him performing :-( Maybe I will wait for the dvd afterall

[MissJohnnyJackson]

I have some news about the movie guys, just revealed to me by a source working closely on the movie. I can't give his name due to privacy but I can confirm it is 100% legit. There is some great stuff here, here is what I know:

1) Trailers are mostly done, and were waiting partly on the footage from the funeral which is being added in now. Expect to see the first ad premiere next weekend. I tried to press him on more info regarding the VMA's but couldn't get a confirmation.

2) The movie is not a 2 hour concert like many fans thought. In fact the movie is simply a documentary based around the This Is It tour, it shows Jackson in his final days and includes his death, aftermath, and reaction. Clips from the memorial and funeral will be used.

3) There will be some footage of MJ performing, much longer then the 3-4 minute snippet released at the end of June by AEG. You will see MJ in his dressing room, mingling and directing, plus one scene where he talks to the camera. Basically, it will show Jackson in his final months alive.

4) The movie is between 100 and 130 minutes in length.

5) The plan for the DVD is to have it out in late November by Thanksgiving or early December at the latest, although my source revealed this maybe a long shot if they extend the 2 week showing to 3 or 4 weeks (which is possible).

6) The DVD will contain the theatrical version in its whole plus over 2 hours of Jackson performing, warming up his vocals, singing, and in full costume. The most spectacular footage is by far from the Staples Center in LA which I'm told will "blow fans away". This extra footage will be a special feature on the DVD along with many other treats that fans will love.

7) Finally, the CD soundtrack I'm told will be released after the movie, most likely sometime in November to coincide with the DVD launch and WILL include a new song Jackson recorded in his last 2 years alive. Apparently the song is "off the hook" and is currently being worked on by producers who are putting the finishing touches on it and is being considered to be issued as a single all around the world.

Interesting...
Thank you.

[MattyJam]

2) The movie is not a 2 hour concert like many fans thought. In fact the movie is simply a documentary based around the This Is It tour, it shows Jackson in his final days and includes his death, aftermath, and reaction. Clips from the memorial and funeral will be used.

God, I hope that's not true. Why would they do that? It's not as if we need to be reminded.

I thought this film was going to celebrate him as a performer.... why on earth would they want to show clips from the memorial and the funeral?? No fan wants to go through all that again...

[andyroser]

God, I hope that's not true. Why would they do that? It's not as if we need to be reminded.

I thought this film was going to celebrate him as a performer.... why on earth would they want to show clips from the memorial and the funeral?? No fan wants to go through all that again...

I agree.

After all, this is called "This Is It". It should be all about the tour with obviously small bits of the memorial incorporated into it.

[tsw_gnaget]

Niiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiceeee!!!!

Dying to see more footage :)

[tsw_gnaget]

God, I hope that's not true. Why would they do that? It's not as if we need to be reminded.

I thought this film was going to celebrate him as a performer.... why on earth would they want to show clips from the memorial and the funeral?? No fan wants to go through all that again...

It is confirmed that they got 100 hrs of rehearsel footage to make the movie..

why wouldn't they use it?
Days after MJ passed away, a source from AEG came out and said that they have the whole rehearsel for the concert on tape..

[Guido18]

I have some news about the movie guys, just revealed to me by a source working closely on the movie. I can't give his name due to privacy but I can confirm it is 100% legit. There is some great stuff here, here is what I know:

1) Trailers are mostly done, and were waiting partly on the footage from the funeral which is being added in now. Expect to see the first ad premiere next weekend. I tried to press him on more info regarding the VMA's but couldn't get a confirmation.

2) The movie is not a 2 hour concert like many fans thought. In fact the movie is simply a documentary based around the This Is It tour, it shows Jackson in his final days and includes his death, aftermath, and reaction. Clips from the memorial and funeral will be used.

3) There will be some footage of MJ performing, much longer then the 3-4 minute snippet released at the end of June by AEG. You will see MJ in his dressing room, mingling and directing, plus one scene where he talks to the camera. Basically, it will show Jackson in his final months alive.

4) The movie is between 100 and 130 minutes in length.

5) The plan for the DVD is to have it out in late November by Thanksgiving or early December at the latest, although my source revealed this maybe a long shot if they extend the 2 week showing to 3 or 4 weeks (which is possible).

6) The DVD will contain the theatrical version in its whole plus over 2 hours of Jackson performing, warming up his vocals, singing, and in full costume. The most spectacular footage is by far from the Staples Center in LA which I'm told will "blow fans away". This extra footage will be a special feature on the DVD along with many other treats that fans will love.

7) Finally, the CD soundtrack I'm told will be released after the movie, most likely sometime in November to coincide with the DVD launch and WILL include a new song Jackson recorded in his last 2 years alive. Apparently the song is "off the hook" and is currently being worked on by producers who are putting the finishing touches on it and is being considered to be issued as a single all around the world.

Clever way of making loads of money....

[LovingMJ]

Well looks like the DVD will be much more interesting than the movie itself.

[Cherie]

"Thanks for the information. If accurate I am disappointed, I was hoping for it to be mostly dress rehearsal footage of him performing :-( Maybe I will wait for the dvd afterall"



My feelings as well...I cant help but think the "two week" showing thing will turn getting tickets for the Movie in the Cinemas into a fiasco along the lines of the O2 tickets... and I really dont want to go thru all that again...why cant they just release it like any other movie? sorry to grumble in such a happy thread... I really want to see the trailer...and I really want to see the Movie and I really want the DVD...but I really dont want to get caught up in a "scrum" to get tickets...totally unnecessary on Sonys behalf and totally undignified for fans, just my opinion.

[andyroser]

As legit as some of it sounds, you just can never be too sure in my opinion.

I'm trying to keep a very open mind about this all.

[Calotte12]

Everyone will get tickets !

And I hope you are right smooth_criminal

[Laura.L.]

7) Finally, the CD soundtrack I'm told will be released after the movie, most likely sometime in November to coincide with the DVD launch and WILL include a new song Jackson recorded in his last 2 years alive. Apparently the song is "off the hook" and is currently being worked on by producers who are putting the finishing touches on it and is being considered to be issued as a single all around the world.

I hope your sources are reliable, can't wait to hear new music! It will break my heart at the same time though, cuz Mike won't be here to promote it.

[elusive moonwalker]

he movie is not a 2 hour concert like many fans thought. In fact the movie is simply a documentary based around the This Is It tour, it shows Jackson in his final days and includes his death, aftermath, and reaction. Clips from the memorial and funeral will be used.
if thats the case im leaving b4 the end if i go to the cinema or will just wait for the DVD. it sounds nothing more than something bashir would do. tactless and tasteless and using mj till the very end in total trueman show fashion

[prismsagainst5live]

i hope the ending will be tasteful. no annoying voice overness

[MJ*PP]

internationally, waaaaaw. I think I wont get a ticket since everyone in the world wants to see this. I think everyone should get a ticket online from the cinema's site so you can go in and dont have to wait hours in the line!

[Take_A_Walk_On_The_Rainbo]

ohh...... Michael :(

[TialovesMJ]

I wonder if they will tell us where This is It will be playing in each city??

[emmah24]

It sounds like they're turning Michaels final weeks and beyond into a complete soap opera, and it feels wayyyy off to me. Do we need to sit through and relive the torture of every single day since 25th June? I already knew I'd be upset by the movie, now Im properly dreading it.

[Arty]

i hope the ending will be tasteful. no annoying voice overness

Agree I hope they leave the last word to Mike.

[xXMJJXx]

God, I hope that's not true. Why would they do that? It's not as if we need to be reminded.

I thought this film was going to celebrate him as a performer.... why on earth would they want to show clips from the memorial and the funeral?? No fan wants to go through all that again...

I agree I thought the movie was gonna be something positive after all this tragedy why on earth would they put that stuff in there?
anyway I think Im gonna wait for the DVD coz it seems that there are gonna be more interesting stuff on it and Im pretty sure that even if I want to see it in the cinema the tickets are gonna sell out really fast and I will not be able to get one on time

[hopespringseternal]

I have some news about the movie guys, just revealed to me by a source working closely on the movie. I can't give his name due to privacy but I can confirm it is 100% legit. There is some great stuff here, here is what I know:

1) Trailers are mostly done, and were waiting partly on the footage from the funeral which is being added in now. Expect to see the first ad premiere next weekend. I tried to press him on more info regarding the VMA's but couldn't get a confirmation.

2) The movie is not a 2 hour concert like many fans thought. In fact the movie is simply a documentary based around the This Is It tour, it shows Jackson in his final days and includes his death, aftermath, and reaction. Clips from the memorial and funeral will be used.

3) There will be some footage of MJ performing, much longer then the 3-4 minute snippet released at the end of June by AEG. You will see MJ in his dressing room, mingling and directing, plus one scene where he talks to the camera. Basically, it will show Jackson in his final months alive.

4) The movie is between 100 and 130 minutes in length.

5) The plan for the DVD is to have it out in late November by Thanksgiving or early December at the latest, although my source revealed this maybe a long shot if they extend the 2 week showing to 3 or 4 weeks (which is possible).

6) The DVD will contain the theatrical version in its whole plus over 2 hours of Jackson performing, warming up his vocals, singing, and in full costume. The most spectacular footage is by far from the Staples Center in LA which I'm told will "blow fans away". This extra footage will be a special feature on the DVD along with many other treats that fans will love.

7) Finally, the CD soundtrack I'm told will be released after the movie, most likely sometime in November to coincide with the DVD launch and WILL include a new song Jackson recorded in his last 2 years alive. Apparently the song is "off the hook" and is currently being worked on by producers who are putting the finishing touches on it and is being considered to be issued as a single all around the world.

I'll make sure to skip this, they've got to be kidding to think I want to relieve how he died and his funerals on the big screen.

[TurtleDove]

Yay!!

[GinnyJackson]

i will have to wait for the DVD because the movie isn't coming to my hometown theater.

[CaptainEoLove85]

I have some news about the movie guys, just revealed to me by a source working closely on the movie. I can't give his name due to privacy but I can confirm it is 100% legit. There is some great stuff here, here is what I know:

1) Trailers are mostly done, and were waiting partly on the footage from the funeral which is being added in now. Expect to see the first ad premiere next weekend. I tried to press him on more info regarding the VMA's but couldn't get a confirmation.

2) The movie is not a 2 hour concert like many fans thought. In fact the movie is simply a documentary based around the This Is It tour, it shows Jackson in his final days and includes his death, aftermath, and reaction. Clips from the memorial and funeral will be used.

3) There will be some footage of MJ performing, much longer then the 3-4 minute snippet released at the end of June by AEG. You will see MJ in his dressing room, mingling and directing, plus one scene where he talks to the camera. Basically, it will show Jackson in his final months alive.

4) The movie is between 100 and 130 minutes in length.

5) The plan for the DVD is to have it out in late November by Thanksgiving or early December at the latest, although my source revealed this maybe a long shot if they extend the 2 week showing to 3 or 4 weeks (which is possible).

6) The DVD will contain the theatrical version in its whole plus over 2 hours of Jackson performing, warming up his vocals, singing, and in full costume. The most spectacular footage is by far from the Staples Center in LA which I'm told will "blow fans away". This extra footage will be a special feature on the DVD along with many other treats that fans will love.

7) Finally, the CD soundtrack I'm told will be released after the movie, most likely sometime in November to coincide with the DVD launch and WILL include a new song Jackson recorded in his last 2 years alive. Apparently the song is "off the hook" and is currently being worked on by producers who are putting the finishing touches on it and is being considered to be issued as a single all around the world.

Yay! I'm hyped up for this. I'm happy that we will be seeing 2 hours of him performing on the dvd. Very much looking forward to the new song too!

[MattyJam]

I'm hoping it will be something like Madonna's I'm Going To Tell You A Secret... a good balance of performance footage intertwined with behind-the-scenes footage which offers a glimpse of the artist creating the show.

[MsMo]

Films to watch this fall
By BILL GOODYKOONTZ • Gannett Chief Film Critic

The fall movie season is traditionally when studios trot out some of their best films. This fall is no different.

http://www.thenorthwestern.com/gcicommonfiles/sr/graphics/common/adlabel_horz.gif...the schedule is full of possible Oscar contenders...

The fall calendar is full of what should be good movies. Here’s the latest look at those slated for wide release...

...“Michael Jackson’s This Is It” (not yet rated): Rehearsal footage for Jackson’s series of comeback shows is turned into a movie, directed by “High School Musical” director Kenny Ortega. It’ll be huge.

http://www.thenorthwestern.com/article/20090906/OSH0501/90902070


The big-screen buzz / Fall movie preview:
BY DAVID GERMAIN, AP Movie Writer

...Michael Jackson's 50-night concert stand in London never came to pass.
But rehearsal footage for his comeback shows offers what is sure to be one of the biggest music documentaries ever as "Michael Jackson: This Is It" (Oct. 28) hits theaters for a limited two-week run.

http://www.southtownstar.com/entertainment/1751872,090409MoviesFall.article

http://www.spokesman.com/stories/2009/sep/04/falls-bounty/

[thrillerchild]

Complete and utter twats. They've officially lost it.

[Hess]

^^^

Yeah, it'll be huge indeed!

[jayjackson]

I don't really understand it - what about the rest of the world? :unsure:

[smooth_criminal05]

I have been reading some of the comments and I want to make the facts clear. I did not say the whole film is going to be voiceovers and documentary style antics. I simply said, the film will not be a 2 hour full fledge concert. There will be many aspects to the movie, including a balance of performing, directing, talking, a retrospective of Jackson's final days, and mentioning of the death/aftermath. Remember, Sony has to make this appealing to the masses as well. People will want to go more if the movie offers a bit of everything and sparks intense emotion among the viewers. Don't worry about it being negative, the Jackson estate has made it clear the movie CANNOT make Jackson look bad in any form. It will be positive but emotional. While its true the DVD will have more to offer fans (hours of performing, rehearsing, vocal training, etc), that does not mean the theatrical release will be garbage. This Is It will be an amazing movie, and while it will be slightly geared to the general public opposed to fans, it will still contain some amazing moments that a big screen will only amplify.

So don't skip out on the movie, try your best to get tickets and let's experience the last time Michael Jackson himself will be the starring role in a theatrical release!

[Jadentheman]

Will it be released on Blu-ray? Some HD performances

[MsMo]

I don't really understand it - what about the rest of the world? :unsure:

See page 1 posts or check local http://www.sonypictures.dk/ for updates

http://www.sonypictures.com/movies/michaeljacksonthisisit/

[lilseanb]

Im a bit disapointed that the movie is going to be mainly the dress rehearsal, aslong as they include the whole lot on the dvd i will be a happy guy :)

[Jadentheman]

If the behind the scens and performances are like tha tof Hannah Montana 3D then I'll go. I wonder if it's going to be in 3D?

[Jmoney]

If They have 100 hours of rehearsal footage then why dont they just use the whole 2 hours or so of rehearsals?, why waste it with funeral stuff and fan reactions?, I've seen that played out a billion times on the news, it gets old, I want to see the man at work. But I still think the movie will be great if done well, what I'm really waiting for is the dvd.

[TialovesMJ]

Where...where.. where...? Hopefully they go into more details of where its going to play before anyone buys these tickets?

[elusive moonwalker]

If They have 100 hours of rehearsal footage then why dont they just use the whole 2 hours or so of rehearsals?, why waste it with funeral stuff and fan reactions?, I've seen that played out a billion times on the news, it gets old, I want to see the man at work. But I still think the movie will be great if done well, what I'm really waiting for is the dvd.

that will be saved for the 25th special edition that will give u 5 mins new footage everytime

[Miss_star]

because the demand will be HUGE, they will show it for two weeks only, only the registered ones get the chance.

no, you don't register for tickets, you register so that you get the info about when the tickets go on sale :)

Come on. MJ skipped the USA on his last 2 tours. Is it too much to ask that we get something here once in a while?

That's a fair enough point, I can understand :)

[michaelsson]

so thats why phillips was @ the funeral? hmmm

[Prometheus77]

hah, in singapore they showed the entire HIStory concert live in Munich on his bday, then followed by the This Is It advert during every commercial break! can't wait for it (:
Wow! Do you know if someone has recorded it?? The HIStory concert I mean! It would be nice to finally get that in good quality!

[Arty]

Wow! Do you know if someone has recorded it?? The HIStory concert I mean! It would be nice to finally get that in good quality!

No before they release the History Concert they should first release these Concerts

Triumph
Victory
Bad 88
And the Dangerous Neverland rehearsal -all they have!-professional release!

Then they can release History.

[elusive moonwalker]

Wow! Do you know if someone has recorded it?? The HIStory concert I mean! It would be nice to finally get that in good quality!
u will be able to buy it from the trader sites it was shown on tv at the time.although i think i read it was a mix of other shows?

[StaceyMJ]

I wish it was going straight to DVD. Can't say I'm looking forward to this at all. :(

[Mrs. Music]

I wish it was going straight to DVD. Can't say I'm looking forward to this at all. :(
Me neither!:no:
I just have this weird feeling we will be all getting excited (for as far as it's possible) and going to the theatres and then get hugely dissapointed, because it's just another Sony thing....Sony isn't looking through eyes like ours.
Why does it have to be 'for the average visitor'....we've seen enough about his death, we just want to see Michael's magic, but yeah ofcourse Sony won't show only that.....money money money...all part of the money making, that's all I can say.
Argh!:smilerolleyes:

[Laura_MJfan]

hope he's right!

[smooth_criminal05]

Guys don't be so negative! Why would you not be looking forward to have the opportunity to see Michael Jackson at the movies! Not to mention be a part of history as the film storms to #1 and makes Jackson even more legendary for not only music but now for movies! I don't understand why some fans are being so negative! Be positive guys, it will be a great film

[elusive moonwalker]

Why would you not be looking forward to have the opportunity to see Michael Jackson at the movies!
er cause its all this that caused what has happened.

[Pitcorthie]

I don't want to see clips from the funeral or memorial on the big screen! Its bad enough watching it in the comfort of your own home.
I don't like the sound of this at all :no:
This isn't what this documentary should be about, I mean we all know what's happened we don't need reminding!
I thought this was going to be about Michael's genius as a creator and performer and just concentrating on that.
I think I may be waiting for this to come out on dvd I can't bear to watch this at the cinema, it will be too upsetting.Michael would want this to be happy not a sad experience for his fans.

[mosaic]

that will be saved for the 25th special edition that will give u 5 mins new footage everytime

Am I understanding this correctly? Are you saying that every 25 years they will be releasing an extra 5 mins of footage?

Most of us will be dead. I hope I"m misunderstanding this.

[MJRemixed]

^ lol :lol:

Thanks for posting the news.

[myfavouritewintercoat]

Fantastic I've been DYING to see this

why put 'dying' in bold, be a bit more tactful...

[myfavouritewintercoat]

so thats why phillips was @ the funeral? hmmm

I'm not going to see this I've decided as Sony are releasing it and if the funeral is in this I really don't think Michael would want his funeral where his children are to be used in a profit making film. I hope its not in it I really do.

[DJ Spins the sounds]

Believe me Sony will want to milk the 100 hours footage they now hold after paying millions of dollars. This is it movie will not be about the rehearsals, its gonna be about Michael Jackson the genius, about him, his mind about his creative thought process and the legacy he will leave behind and behind the scenes run up to his final days. Sony will release the un-cut version of the rehearsals probably next Christmas on DVD.

[lovelymj]

Guys go watch this and enjoy on the big screen, because you will regret it, if you don't. Also who knows when the dvd will come out!

[Hess]

Guys go watch this and enjoy on the big screen, because you will regret it, if you don't. Also who knows when the dvd will come out!


I agree.

Mike wouldn't have wanted us to not see it. He would like us to see this.

I can't wait. And I hope it will be released in Blu-Ray too.

[IMWhizzle]

Guys.

Don't forget.. KENNY ORTEGA is directing this project.. I think we will definately see much rehearsal footage..

[Hess]

Guys.

Don't forget.. KENNY ORTEGA is directing this project.. I think we will definately see much rehearsal footage..


I think so too. I hope very much too. :D

[TarinJade]

Am I understanding this correctly? Are you saying that every 25 years they will be releasing an extra 5 mins of footage?

Most of us will be dead. I hope I"m misunderstanding this.

I'm pretty sure they were kidding about that. :lol:

[raingirl]

I have some news about the movie guys, just revealed to me by a source working closely on the movie. I can't give his name due to privacy but I can confirm it is 100% legit. There is some great stuff here, here is what I know:

1) Trailers are mostly done, and were waiting partly on the footage from the funeral which is being added in now. Expect to see the first ad premiere next weekend. I tried to press him on more info regarding the VMA's but couldn't get a confirmation.

2) The movie is not a 2 hour concert like many fans thought. In fact the movie is simply a documentary based around the This Is It tour, it shows Jackson in his final days and includes his death, aftermath, and reaction. Clips from the memorial and funeral will be used.

3) There will be some footage of MJ performing, much longer then the 3-4 minute snippet released at the end of June by AEG. You will see MJ in his dressing room, mingling and directing, plus one scene where he talks to the camera. Basically, it will show Jackson in his final months alive.

4) The movie is between 100 and 130 minutes in length.

5) The plan for the DVD is to have it out in late November by Thanksgiving or early December at the latest, although my source revealed this maybe a long shot if they extend the 2 week showing to 3 or 4 weeks (which is possible).

6) The DVD will contain the theatrical version in its whole plus over 2 hours of Jackson performing, warming up his vocals, singing, and in full costume. The most spectacular footage is by far from the Staples Center in LA which I'm told will "blow fans away". This extra footage will be a special feature on the DVD along with many other treats that fans will love.

7) Finally, the CD soundtrack I'm told will be released after the movie, most likely sometime in November to coincide with the DVD launch and WILL include a new song Jackson recorded in his last 2 years alive. Apparently the song is "off the hook" and is currently being worked on by producers who are putting the finishing touches on it and is being considered to be issued as a single all around the world.

I have been reading some of the comments and I want to make the facts clear. I did not say the whole film is going to be voiceovers and documentary style antics. I simply said, the film will not be a 2 hour full fledge concert. There will be many aspects to the movie, including a balance of performing, directing, talking, a retrospective of Jackson's final days, and mentioning of the death/aftermath. Remember, Sony has to make this appealing to the masses as well. People will want to go more if the movie offers a bit of everything and sparks intense emotion among the viewers. Don't worry about it being negative, the Jackson estate has made it clear the movie CANNOT make Jackson look bad in any form. It will be positive but emotional. While its true the DVD will have more to offer fans (hours of performing, rehearsing, vocal training, etc), that does not mean the theatrical release will be garbage. This Is It will be an amazing movie, and while it will be slightly geared to the general public opposed to fans, it will still contain some amazing moments that a big screen will only amplify.

So don't skip out on the movie, try your best to get tickets and let's experience the last time Michael Jackson himself will be the starring role in a theatrical release!
I want to know that is the movie they gonna show in theatres exactly the same the will be on a DVD?

Guys don't be so negative! Why would you not be looking forward to have the opportunity to see Michael Jackson at the movies! Not to mention be a part of history as the film storms to #1 and makes Jackson even more legendary for not only music but now for movies! I don't understand why some fans are being so negative! Be positive guys, it will be a great film
It's too soon for some of us. Some of us are still very emotional and even in mourning state. It's simply still too painfull.
Especially if there's gonna be footage of news about his death and the memorial... I'm really afraid that I can't contain myself at the theatre, it'll be just like watching the memorial again, crying my eyes out.

[smooth_criminal05]

^ Yes the movie shown in cinemas will be identical to the DVD. The only difference between the two, is that the DVD will have bonus material with much more content than the cinema release. This is to give fans incentive to buy the DVD as well. Most DVD's now have bonus material such as deleted scenes, interactive material, related material, etc. This Is It will be no different, sources have told me the DVD will have over 2 hours of extras!

[Ágnes]

^ Yes the movie shown in cinemas will be identical to the DVD. The only difference between the two, is that the DVD will have bonus material with much more content than the cinema release. This is to give fans incentive to buy the DVD as well. Most DVD's now have bonus material such as deleted scenes, interactive material, related material, etc. This Is It will be no different, sources have told me the DVD will have over 2 hours of extras!
thx for the info! this extra 2 hours sounds nice...this might mean that it will be a 2 DVD set?

[jemini515]

The latest issue of Rolling Stone (Sept 17) says this:

.... "The film, which will debut in theaters in October, documents the run-up to the London shows Jackson was scheduled to play this summer. 'It shows you him in complete control -- directing the dancers, directing the band,' says Jackson's manager, Frank DiLeo, who has seen the footage. 'He's very happy, smiling, laughing, joking through the whole thing. I can't tell you the ending, but that's the best part.'"

The first time I read "I can't tell you the ending, but that's the best part" I was confused -- if it's going to be documentary style and chronological, how could the end be the best part? That would be the saddest, worst part! But then after reading the setlist thread I wonder if this is referring the helicopter idea for Earth Song, or maybe something with the new initiative to heal the world that some say MJ was planning to announce.... any thoughts from anyone else on what he could mean?

[MJMusicKing]

Thanks for the updates. It would be nice if it premiered on the VMA's. I can't wait to see it! I wish they would focus less on the funeral at the end, I would rather see some more performances but I guess it's nice that they saved that for the dvd. Someone said they shot 100 hours of footage. I hope it's all released.

The estate have really thought this out by releasing a cd too. They've organized this well.

not sure what they mean by the ending being the best part. Maybe they'll show some funeral footage and then maybe he'll perform something like "earth song" "heal the world" "man in the mirror" "will you be there" so it'll end on an uplifting note?

[Andrew Ryan]

http://i.ebayimg.com/10/!BZ+!zQ!BWk~$(KGrHgoH-EEEjlLl)LvtBKpVob(fmQ~~_12.JPG

this is it poster...

[MJMusicKing]

OMG! That's looks incredible!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I wish it was bigger because some of those photos I haven't seen!

[SpunkyFunky]

wow where did you get to see that poster?! wish i could see it here somewhere too

[aliana101]

hahaha I just read Bush's update on Facebook. He's baffled how this poster got out and on sale on ebay! So it's real?

[meena76]

Honestly I don't want to go see it if they put any parts of the funeral in it.

[Jay.Grl]

registered.