
Footage of Michael Jackson performing during his “This Is It” rehearsals will be made into a film and is expected to hit cinema screens, across the world, on October 28th 2009. This comes just after a Los Angeles Superior Court judge approved the sale of the concert’s rehearsal footage by Jackson’s estate and promote AEG Live to Sony Pictures Entertainment. Sony, reportedly paid upwards of $60 million for the footage. The Jackson estate will receive 90% of the proceeds leaving AEG profiting from the remaining 10%.
The film is a chance to “to give audiences the gift of his final performances,” said Michael Lynton, chairman and chief executive officer of Sony Pictures Entertainment…I know this film will serve as further proof that Michael Jackson is one of the greatest entertainers who ever graced a stage.”
The footage the world will see was mainly shot in June, as Michael was preparing for the series of 50 concerts planned for London before his sudden death. CEO of AEG Randy Phillips confirmed that the company spent $15 million filming 130 hours of footage of Jackson’s rehearsals, including three songs in 3D! He described the footage as “Michael’s last masterpiece,”
…Wow. I mean, wow. Of course, I’m naturally excited about seeing this movie and believe it’s the right thing for all parties to do. But when ever I think of these dates, especially as the date I was meant to see him approaches (17th Aug), I just feel sad. Just a quick reminder of what could have been, I guess. But yes, this is a great move for all involved. His family, AEG and of course us fans.
Especially cool, as October 28th is my bornday!
Will YOU be going to see it?
Peace, Love & Michael Jackson
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