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“MICHAEL JACKSON’S THIS IS IT” MAKES MOTION PICTURE HISTORY |
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Tuesday, 03 November 2009 10:55 |
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AS THE
HIGHEST-GROSSING CONCERT FILM OF ALL TIME WORLDWIDE
BEHIND-THE-SCENES LOOK AT LEGENDARY KING OF POP TAKES $101 MILLION IN FIVE
DAYS,
BREAKING ALL TIME
RECORD FOR THE GENRE
LONDON,
November 2, 2009 – Sony Pictures Releasing UK is delighted to announce that since its
release on Wednesday, October 28, Michael Jackson’s THIS IS IT has
stormed straight to the top of the UK box office taking an incredible £4.9
million.
With the UK figure contributing to a
worldwide total of $101 million and counting, it makes motion picture
history as the highest-grossing concert film of all time. Michael
Jackson’s THIS IS IT is directed by Kenny Ortega.
In response to the tremendous interest and desire to see the film around the
world, the studio has also announced that it is extending its limited
engagement. In the UK, the film will be extended through November and in the
United States, the film will play through Thanksgiving weekend.
Michael Jackson’s THIS IS IT is the 5th biggest international opening of
2009. In addition to the UK, top grossing territories include: Japan $10.4 m
(3rd biggest opening of the year in Japan), Germany $6.3 m, France $5.8 m,
Australia $3.6 m, China $3.2 m, Italy $2.9 m, and Spain $2.6 m, among others.
Michael Jackson’s THIS IS IT opened to #1 in North America with $21.3
million for the 3-day weekend, averaging an estimated $6,119 per screen.
The opening weekend audience was almost evenly split between 49 % males and 51%
females with 62% of the audience over the age of 25.
The film received an “A” CinemaScore and is one of the best
reviewed films of the year with an 80% fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
Commenting on the announcement, Jeff Blake, Chairman, Sony Pictures
Entertainment Worldwide Marketing & Distribution said, “This film is
a unique celebration of Michael Jackson and his extraordinary music. Kenny
Ortega delivered a masterful tribute that shows the pure genius that Michael
poured into his creative process and made him one of the best performers that
ever graced a stage. In just 5 days, Michael Jackson’s THIS IS IT has
become the highest grossing concert film of all time and we are elated by the
response to this special film by fans, critics and moviegoers from all over the
world. With this kind of global response, it’s clear that the
motion picture deserves an extended run and we are going to do everything we
can to make the film available to everyone who wants to see Michael
Jackson’s THIS IS IT on the big screen.”
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New Michael Jackson Album & Song |
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Sunday, 27 September 2009 09:15 |
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On October 12th, the first new Michael Jackson song to emerge since the
world mourned the loss of this musical icon will be released – a brand
new single entitled “This Is It.” Soon after, Sony Music
Entertainment's Columbia/Epic Label Group will release the two-disc
album This Is It featuring the music that
inspired Sony Pictures’ forthcoming film MICHAEL JACKSON’S THIS IS IT.
This two-disc album will be available internationally on October 26th
and North America on October 27th to coincide with the worldwide
release of the motion picture which arrives in theaters on October 28th
and runs for a limited two-week engagement.
“This song only
defines, once again, what the world already knows - that Michael is one
of God's greatest gifts, “ comments John McClain, co-producer of the
album.
Disc one will feature the original album masters of some
of Michael’s biggest hits arranged in the same sequence as they appear
in the film. The disc ends with two versions of the never-released
“This Is It.” This song is featured in the film’s closing sequence and
includes backing vocals by Michael’s brothers, the Jacksons.
Disc
two offers previously unreleased versions of some of the artist’s
classic tracks. This disc also features a touching spoken word poem
from Michael Jackson entitled “Planet Earth” that has never been heard
before.
The two-disc This is It is a
stand-alone companion to the motion picture and includes a 36-page,
commemorative booklet featuring exclusive photos of Michael from his
last rehearsal.
Source: MichaelJackson.com / Maximum Jackson |
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Press Release: "This Is It" Tickets |
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Sunday, 27 September 2009 09:06 |
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 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 www.thisisit-movie.com.
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Michael Jackson Memorabilia Tour |
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Tuesday, 25 August 2009 12:19 |
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CLEVELAND, Aug. 24 /PRNewswire/ -- Arts and Exhibitions International
(AEI) has reached an agreement with John Branca and John McClain, the
co-Special Administrators of Michael Jackson's estate, to develop a
touring exhibition of personal effects and items from his legendary
music career. The exhibition is scheduled to open at The O2 in London
this fall.
"In putting together this project, selecting an
exhibition company to entrust with carrying on Michael's legacy with
dignity and respect was of the utmost importance to us. We feel we have
chosen the right partner for this venture with Arts and Exhibitions
International," said Messrs. McClain and Branca.
"As a premier exhibitions company, this will be one of the most
momentous projects in our history because Michael Jackson meant so much
to so many. We are honored to have a role in celebrating Michael
Jackson's artistry and the place he holds in our hearts," said John
Norman, president of Arts and Exhibitions International. "As we begin
to develop the exhibition, we recognize that we carry a considerable
responsibility to Michael Jackson's family and fans in helping his
legacy live on. We will work with those close to him to develop a
meaningful experience that reflects his immeasurable talent and
spirit."
Source: PR Newswire / Maximum Jackson |
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