SEPTEMBER 21, 2009
"MICHAEL JACKSON'S THIS IS IT"
WILL LAUNCH WITH MORE THAN 25 GLOBAL PREMIERES
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27
-- MORE THAN 15 PREMIERES WILL OCCUR SIMULTANEOUSLY AROUND THE WORLD--
--Special Advance Screenings For The Public Start Same Day --
Tickets Available This Sunday at http://michaeljacksonnow.blogspot.com/
CULVER CITY, Calif., September 21, 2009 –Fans worldwide will have the opportunity to celebrate the global launch of Michael Jackson's THIS IS IT when Sony Pictures Entertainment hosts over 25 global premieres, with more than 15 of those coordinated simultaneously around the world, on Tuesday, October 27th. Three hours after the red carpet events begin, audiences will be able to see the highly anticipated film for the first time as the studio has added special advance screenings that evening throughout the world.
Michael Jackson's THIS IS IT will be available worldwide for a limited two-week engagement beginning, Wednesday October 28. Tickets for all shows, including the Tuesday night special advance screenings, are available for purchase beginning this coming Sunday, September 27. Moviegoers can purchase tickets by visiting all major motion picture ticketing websites as well as http://www.thisisit-movie.com/.
"Michael Jackson has an army of fans everywhere around the world. By rolling out this film with simultaneous premieres and special advance screenings on October 27th, we are giving audiences an incredible opportunity to join together in celebration of Michael Jackson's incredible career," said Jeff Blake, chairman, Worldwide Marketing and Distribution for Sony Pictures.
The film's world gala will be in Los Angeles at the Nokia Theatre L.A. LIVE on Tuesday, October 27. That event, which begins at 6pm PDT, kicks off a series of more than 25 premieres around the globe. More than 15 cities, including New York, Rio De Janeiro, London, Berlin, Johannesburg, and Seoul will host events simultaneously, with red carpet arrivals and activities from the Los Angeles event broadcast by satellite to those cities. Other cities, including Moscow, Tokyo, Sydney, Paris, and many others will host their own, non-simultaneous premiere activities.
Three hours after the worldwide celebration of the motion picture, the first public screenings of the film will begin. For example, the first audiences in Los Angeles will see the film at 9pm; in New York, audiences will have the opportunity to see the film at midnight; and in London, the advance screenings will be at 4am UK time.
Michael Jackson's 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 March through June, 2009, the film is produced with the full support of the Estate of Michael Jackson and 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 Jackson as he has never been seen before. In raw and candid detail, Michael Jackson's THIS IS IT captures the singer, dancer, filmmaker, architect, creative genius, and great artist at work as he creates and perfects his final show. Kenny Ortega, who was both Michael Jackson's creative partner and the director of the stage show, is also directing the film, which is being produced by Randy Phillips, Kenny Ortega and Paul Gongaware. Executive producers are John Branca and John McClain. The film will be distributed worldwide by Sony Pictures Releasing. For more information about the film please visit http://www.thisisit-movie.com/.
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Re: Michael Jackson's This Is It Will Launch With More Than 25 Global Premieres Tue, 09/22/2009 - 23:02 — mjdenverfan
I can't wait! At the same time I am very confused about where it will be showing. The local theaters seem to know it is coming, but know nothing about the ticket sales. I have no idea if there will be midnight shows. I am in West Palm Beach Florida. If anyone has any more information please let me know. I'd really like to see the first showing.
Re: Michael Jackson's This Is It Will Launch With More Than 25 Global Premieres Tue, 09/22/2009 - 22:53 — maria is MJluvers
Can't wait it in my country. Cause it's very incredible, fantastic!
Love u michael. . !GBU!
Re: Michael Jackson's This Is It Will Launch With More Than 25 Global Premieres Tue, 09/22/2009 - 22:24 — amore3941
OMG!! I'm suffering!! To purchase the ticket's I'm begging my sister to make the call for me; I am unable to do it myself because Sep. 27 is a high holy day for me and I will be all day and most of the evening in the shul praying. My sister is the best in the world; but she's not a Michael Jackson fan. She's going to do it for me; but she doesn't understand how the situation of purchasing is going to go; and without my guidance, which she won't have, I don't know how it's going to work out. I'm giving her my bank and credit card account just to be on the safe side. OMG!! I'm a nervous reck!! The Legions, help me please!!!
Re: Michael Jackson's This Is It Will Launch With More Than 25 Global Premieres Tue, 09/22/2009 - 22:20 — eklectyk
Best MJ tribute music video on the web:
http://www.michaeljacksonshining.com/
We recently released a hip hop music video tribute for Michael's birthday entitled, Shining. This is probably one of the most thoroughly produced MJ tribute videos out there... amazing costumes, great lyrics, and tons of memorable and rare MJ video clips. Check it out if you love Michael, music, or videos.
You will not be disappointed.
http://www.michaeljacksonshining.com/
Re: Michael Jackson's This Is It Will Launch With More Than 25 Global Premieres Tue, 09/22/2009 - 21:02 — Brenda Michalek
MJ forever the king of pop. we never forget the best pop music and dance. i saw the trailer and it's amazing!! i don't wait for see the movie!!! ♥MJ♥
Re: Michael Jackson's This Is It Will Launch With More Than 25 Global Premieres Tue, 09/22/2009 - 20:44 — Angelique Blanchard
I'm so excited and happy about this but at the same time I'm extremely sad cause it won't be showing in my country (Dominican Republic). To all of you who'll have to chance to this great experience, please enjoy it double for me! I just hope it'll come out on DVD
Re: Michael Jackson's This Is It Will Launch With More Than 25 Global Premieres Tue, 09/22/2009 - 19:15 — eklectyk
Best MJ tribute music video on YouTube:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tNIwRwxs0Gk
We recently released a hip hop music video tribute for Michael's birthday entitled, Shining. This is probably one of the most thoroughly produced MJ tribute videos out there... amazing costumes, great lyrics, and tons of memorable and rare MJ video clips. Check it out if you love Michael, music, or videos.
You will not be disappointed.
http://www.keepmichaelshining.com/
Michael Jackson's This Is It Will Launch With More Than 25 Global Premieres Tue, 09/22/2009 - 17:00 — Andyg
This is great and I am sure it will be amazing show but I don't think I will see it as I can't see that is will be shown in Cyprus???? It will definately be on DVD in the future right?
I hope, I would be gutted to miss this, the trailor looks awesome! I have watched it like 100 times already. Makes me a little sad though to think that he never got the chance to share this with the world live. I miss him, still can't get my head round it.
Re: Michael Jackson's This Is It Will Launch With More Than 25 Global Premieres Tue, 09/22/2009 - 16:16 — SparklingH2O
This is great! I miss Michael so much. I can't wait until this movie comes out as a DVD.
Re: Michael Jackson's This Is It Will Launch With More Than 25 Global Premieres Tue, 09/22/2009 - 16:15 — Pebbles55
I can't wait to see "THIS IS IT". Been waiting since they announced they were going to make the movie. I hope the tickets are affordable. Will I be able to see it in my neighborhood? I love Michael so much. It is going to be very, very emotional. Like I said I still can't believe he is gone. Michael I wish with all my heart you were still hear. God Bless yoy Michael. All fo you that are giving us the chance to see him perform for the last time. Kenny Ortega you are a genius. God bless you too. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU.
Re: Michael Jackson's This Is It Will Launch With More Than 25 Global Premieres Tue, 09/22/2009 - 16:02 — alice199219962009
I love you, Michael! Now and forever!
Re: Michael Jackson's This Is It Will Launch With More Than 25 Global Premieres Tue, 09/22/2009 - 16:01 — Pebbles55
I can't wait to see "THIS IS IT". Been waiting since they announced they were going to make the movie. I hope the tickets are affordable. Will I be able to see it in my neighborhood? I love Michael so much. It is going to be very, very emotional. Like I said I still can't believe he is gone. Michael I wish with all my heart you were still hear. God Bless you Michael. All of you that are giving us the chance to see him perform for the last time. Kenny Ortega you are a genius. God bless you too. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU.
Re: Michael Jackson's This Is It Will Launch With More Than 25 Global Premieres Tue, 09/22/2009 - 15:18 — LJMISSMJ
THIS IS IT is going to be a bittersweet moment for me. Hopefully this will put closure to an open wound that's been festering in my heart since first hearing that Michael Jackson passed away. I stood motionless in the street, I couldn't comprehend, I couldn't even think straight, I didn't want to go home because the thought of being alone was so very sad. I stood stock still for what seemed hours but only were a few seconds as the news of Michael's passing blared from every radio. People seemed to be moving in slow motion, the experience was surreal at best. I felt like a shadow had passed over my head - as if the world itself had stopped. I was skeptical at first as to whether I was going to see this movie - I wasn't sure if I could take the sight of seeing him alive one last time, BUT a wonderful MJ fan reached out to me and gave me encouragement to see THIS IS IT! To see Michael in his element, creating, directing, speaking and dancing will send my spirit soaring. Michael's passing has been a very emotional journey not just for me but thousands of his faithful fans across the globe. Michael Jackson is a part of our history now, through his music (not to mention his humanitarianism) Michael was able to bring people from all races, religions, languages, genders to sheer joy just by the sound of his voice , a moonwalk, a grab to the crotch and of course that beautiful face and smile-- I love this dude. Michael had the whole world dancing!!! He is truly an Icon, a genius, a legend, and a pure hearted soul. I wish in another place and time, I could have met the man, just once, to be able to have a talk with him and perhaps a little hug -- this is what my daydreams are now made of. He's looking down on us and smiling that beautiful smile and sending the love back to us on earth. Wherever you are Michael - Thank You Thank You THANK YOU..... I will be standing, crying, shouting as I watch your final performance - THIS IS IT, Michael....Love you forever and a day dear Michael, rest, rest, rest,,your are at peace.. I'm so proud of myself -- I must be getting better, I wrote this with no tears!!! phew
Re: Michael Jackson's This Is It Will Launch With More Than 25 Global Premieres Tue, 09/22/2009 - 14:43 — musicismyhothotsex
I'm grabbing and thrusting my crotch in uncontrollable excitement. MJ Forever!
Re: Michael Jackson's This Is It Will Launch With More Than 25 Global Premieres Tue, 09/22/2009 - 14:42 — musicismyhothotsex
I'm grabbing and thrusting my crotch in uncontrollable excitement. MJ Forever!
Re: Michael Jackson's This Is It Will Launch With More Than 25 Global Premieres Tue, 09/22/2009 - 14:13 — eklectyk
Best MJ tribute music video on YouTube:
http://michaeljacksonnow.blogspot.com/
We recently released a hip hop music video tribute for Michael's birthday entitled, Shining. This is probably one of the most thoroughly produced MJ tribute videos out there... amazing costumes, great lyrics, and tons of memorable and rare MJ video clips. Check it out if you love Michael, music, or videos.
You will not be disappointed.
http://www.keepmichaelshining.com/
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