Platicsco Good story, Not enough for a whole film

Listonixio Fresh and Exciting

Konterr Brilliant and touching

BallWubba Wow! What a bizarre film! Unfortunately the few funny moments there were were quite overshadowed by it's completely weird and random vibe throughout.

Kirpianuscus or only a great testimony about a total artist. because the virtue of This Is It is not to discover but to understand. an entire career. the dedication, the ambition, the high professionalism, the care for each detail, the amazing energy, the essence of his life. it is the sketch of a show who remains only one of many if. in same measure, it is the necessary portrait of a symbol of the second half of XX century music. and the useful instrument for see him out of rumors, scandals, gossips. because the most important side of his life, the only part who must be known but the public, is reflected by this documentary. and it is far to be a revelation. only a sort of justice act. his legacy is his music. and the process to create it is the true authentic detail who define Michael Jackson.

KissEnglishPasto .......................................................from Pasto,Colombia...Via: L.A. CA., CALI, COLOMBIA and ORLANDO, FLThose of you who are fans will undoubtedly love THIS IS IT.(Although it most certainly will bring you some tearful moments) Those of you who aren't, will probably enjoy it a lot, despite any negative feelings or concepts you may harbor about Michael Jackson's personal life. Frankly, I was lukewarm about going to see it. Thanks to my wife Carmen's insistence, this outstanding work moved and inspired both of us.Ever the consummate perfectionist, Jackson seemed poised to embark on a grueling 50 performance tour that, undoubtedly, would have served as the comeback/swan song to end all comebacks/swan songs?! This miraculously edited work (From over 1,000 hours of footage), apparently the brainchild of director Kenny Ortega, provides us with a direct window into the elaborate creative process of a true performing genius. What a show it would have been! Jackson was putting together a tour experience that elevated itself to near art form/near perfection. What a profound shame that it was never to be! A stunningly awesome international ensemble of world-class dancers, singers, musicians, performers, and technicians were assembled by this Tour juggernaut, ALL of them seemingly worshiping the ground M.J. walked on. Was there any foreshadowing of the looming ominous event that caught us all by surprise? A few chips in M.J.'s armor? Frequently, he apologized to all present for "Holding back and not giving 100% in order to conserve energy and save his voice." But then again, most of the other performers were 1/2 his age! One thing is for certain: There will be no more Michael Jackson Tours, nor new Michael Jackson hits to add to his long and impressive list. They are his legacy to all of us and have forever become part of our cultural landscape. I recommend you experience THIS IS IT in a good home- theater for full impact...9* STARS*....ENJOY/DISFRUTELA! Any comments, questions or observations, in English or Español, are most welcome!

cadenrudolph I found this movie to actually be pretty and kind of just sad because it was actually basically right before he died which was just devastating so that is like kind of why and how I gave it a five star rating out of a ten star rating but also because sometimes stuff like that can actually get really and pretty boarding and so that is kind what it did to me actually. But still his gift and legacy lives on he was the true and real "King of Pop". And we still honor him for that today and everyday. He had a great voice and talent and I never got to meet him of course but I love his work and music. This movie is still an actually pretty good movie!

RainDrop DZ It has been 5 years since Michael Jackson passed away and 3 years since I first watched "This Is It"; I was still in "state of shock" and denial that MJ is gone - too soon. A second watch stroke me with an overwhelming feeling right when the feature film started; how "alive" is the king of pop! How can he be so "real" and time- transcendent! I felt so overwhelmed to see the King on stage - a master par excellence! The feature film inaugurates with a remarkable message: "For the fans..." and, as an MJ fan, it puts me right in the moment that I am going to watch a somewhat intimate filming and it was heartwarming."This Is It" is simply well edited, carefully piled together feature film to put the best of what Michael has poured into the rehearsals, to give back to the fans and the world. More, it is so easy to feel the heart of the director gathering these scattered shootings into an almost 2 hours adventure. It feels so much Love to the King of Pop and so much consideration to his fans. The quality of communication between Michael Jackson and K. Ortega gives a clear clue of what type of relationship the two have developed, for the love of art and giving to others.In my opinion, "This Is It" is to be watched many times, but as much as one would get easily captivated by the magical moves, voice, discussed technicalities by MJ, the movie is also a good opportunity to explore what it is like to work with a world icon, vis-a-vis the director, technicians, musicians, vocalists, dancers and everyone involved. It feasibly goes on exploring the songs along with dances and decoration; it pauses at times when a remark needs to be discussed, it repeats a given part, dance, musical key note, a played instrument, etc. All of these details have been kept in the movie to give fans a chance to re-live work-on-process, sculpture refining, magic in-motion. That is how "intimate" this feature film is and this is why it is worthy of several watching.Michael Jackson's rehearsing is beyond any expectations! His level of energy and "mental presence" are very unquestionable, yet, it puts the viewer in a position of confusion; how can this man with this level of energy and readiness of giving die so suddenly!? And the sad truth is there would be no logical answer, that maybe the consolation would come from watching "This Is It" as it is. With every song, MJ is pouring all of his heart and emotions - the man is not taking anything for granted. He simply lives in the moment of the song, feels it deeply, expresses it with a voice and a body language, pauses to change, edit or discuss a detail or two, rehearses and repeats to an "overkill" degree and leaves the audience, me in person, literally breathless! He was 50 years old, yet, nothing of what he does and how, would give you a clue of his biological age! He was simply young at heart and immortal in soul. Selfless, giving, friendly, humble, respectful, easy-going and loving are easily noticed when watching MJ with everyone around him. He believes a work is a team-effort and he doesn't miss a chance to show gratitude to those around him. He is fit for his title: the King.There is also a big focus on the effort that was made to re-film parts of some of the biggest hits to include in the live show, all under MJ's direct supervision. The man was just too much involved in the nuts and bolts of his show – nothing of a surprise to his fans - the perfectionist.All in all, the general working atmosphere felt friendly, loving and space was allowed for any talent to explode, be it intellectual or physical. In MJ's rehearsals, there is a welcoming ground for anyone to be. Everyone would look at ease doing what he/she is supposed to do and the tension is left behind – that's what I have felt while watching the entire movie.Then, hats off to K. Ortega. Not only did he manage to piece together the genius and artistry of Michael Jackson, but he also excelled to present the human-MJ, person, soul and heart to his fans and to those who knew little about him. Ortega generosity included short interviews of musicians, dancers and technicians – their presence has been reserved for being key-players in the project.As the movie reaches its end, so the King's. A beautiful spiritual-like scene is captivated where every one is holding hands and Michael's words of gratitude come out – the message conveyed was larger than the clock of his body – it was as global as he is. RIP MJ, a true King that ever lived.