This Is It

If you’re expecting to see a polished Michael Jackson spectacular, forget it. When watching this hurriedly put-together film you must remember that it was never meant for release. Apparently MJ was simply recording the events around his final tour for posterity, so it’s rough and obviously takes on a doccie feel without ever really becoming a doccie.

It’s interesting, no doubt, to see the level of perfectionism the King of Pop demanded from everyone around him, but I guess that goes without saying as his shows were always flawless (except for the time his hair caught on fire, of course). It was also a bit strange and weirdly voyeuristic, however, to be watching footage so soon after MJ’s death, but I suppose that’s the point… you wouldn’t want to miss the boat and risk losing a whack of cash now would you?

Rating: 3.5 outta 5.