THIS IS IT Media Articles - in RUSSIA on October 29

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.

...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/artic...H0501/90902070


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/enterta...esFall.article

http://www.spokesman.com/stories/200.../falls-bounty/

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AEG Live president Randy Phillips talks about Michael Jackson's 'This Is It'

Tue, Sep 8th 2009 11:34 am EST
By Bob Grossweiner & Jane Cohen



There is so much speculation about Michael Jackson's tribute concerts that every day there seems to be another story paraded around the globe. Perhaps AEG Live's President and CEO Randy Phillips is the only person to really know what lies ahead since AEG retains many of the rights to the original production.

While the tribute at the O2 Arena in London, ENG, in August never materialized, Phillips has plans for 2010, which will occur after the documentary film "This Is It" is released on October 28 via Sony's Columbia Pictures.
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"We decided between ourselves, the studio and Michael's estate that we shouldn't do the show this years because we wanted the film to do the talking," Phillips told the UK music industry trade publication Audience.

"Originally [Jackson's creative partner] Kenny Ortega and I wanted to do a tribute because the production was so magnificent," he added. "Michael was a genius and his vision would have made 'This Is It' the greatest arena show ever. It would have been the same production, but with other artists reprising Michael's role."

Phillips's plans have not necessarily ended though. He is thinking of reprising the concept in 2010, possibly on Jackson's 52nd birthday -- August 29.

Jackson's proposed 50 concerts at the O2 left a big gap on the venue's calendar. Some of the dates have been filled by the high tech Walking with Dinosaurs family show and by comedian Michael McIntyre.

Talking about tickets, there have been reports, mostly originating from Phillips, that up to 40 percent of the Jackson ticket holders were going to retain their ducats instead of getting a refund. Philiips noted that 80 percent of the ticket buyers have decided whether they want a refund or a souvenir presentation of the ticket, and he anticipates that only 14 to 15 percent will opt for the latter.

The film has a two-week run scheduled for theaters, starting October 28, but the run can be extended if demand is unending. According to Phillips, "There were all these rumors that Michael wasn't ready for the shows. This film will answer those allegations better than any person can."

So AEG Live, who took a risk like any promoter, and the only entity in a concert situation at risk since everyone else has a guaranteed payment of some sort, will in all likelihood make a profit from merchandise, souvenir tickets and film ticket sales.


http://www.ticketnews.com/AEG-Live-...talks-about-Michael-Jacksons-This-Is-It909812

Re: THIS IS IT Media Articles - 2-week-run can be EXTENDED!

At first I was kind of taken aback by the limited, two-week run. But then I realized that it's actually a pretty good marketing tool to make the film a blockbuster. I mean, look at what happened when Michael announced he first was only doing 10 concerts in London. People ate up the tickets like candy. Of course, he did extend the concert series, but it definitely got people's attention. I'm willing to bet this movie will hit No. 1 for both weeks!

Re: THIS IS IT Media Articles - 2-week-run can be EXTENDED!

I said it was gonna be like Hannah Montana and Jonas brothers. Bait them into a 1-2 week run to have people feel the need to see it add on to mention it's michael=$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

Re: THIS IS IT Media Articles - 2-week-run can be EXTENDED!

Do we know yet if this will be in every movie theater worldwide, or only in certain theaters?

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Documentary about Michael Jackson to be released in Russia
11 September, 2009, 20:31

A documentary, "Michael Jackson: This Is It,” by American director Kenny Ortega will be released in Russia on October 29.

This is going to be a true happening for Russian fans of the pop king, as he has a massive following in this country. Hundreds of Russians were among his fans throughout the world who attended "Thriller" zombie dances on Jackson’s birthday.

http://www.russiatoday.com/Art_and_Fun/2009-09-11/documentary-michael-jackson-released.html

lovelymj said:

Do we know yet if this will be in every movie theater worldwide, or only in certain theaters?

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Worldwide, but not necessarily in every single theater.

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