Everyone should see this movie. It shows a slice of the man behind the myth. Great music. I saw it twice. Luve 43ver MJ!
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Michael Jackson's This Is It
(2009, Rated PG, Documentary, Starring Michael Jackson)
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Common Sense says
Concert film documents King of Pop's final labor of love.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 10 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About Michael Jackson's This Is It
Parents need to know that this hugely anticipated Michael Jackson concert movie is age-appropriate for King of Pop fans in the older tween range and up. Expect a few of Jackson's standard suggestive dance moves (there's plenty of crotch-grabbing, for instance) and some potentially scary images (especially during a new, over-the-top "Thriller" sequence), but there's no swearing, drinking, smoking, or violence. Although the film chronicles the singer's rehearsals in the weeks and months before his death, the event itself (and the surrounding media circus) isn't specifically mentioned. Directed by High School Musical's Kenny Ortega, it's a compelling and even surprising look at Jackson's final days; any hint of exploitative ghoulishness is quickly dispelled by scenes of a talented performer who was still very much on his game.
Read our full review by S. Jhoanna Robledo
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about why Jackson still mesmerizes so many people after all this time. Was it his talent or the mystery of his persona? Or both?
- In the film, Jackson seems to have a different demeanor from the way he usually appeared in public. Does this show that he cultivated a certain image? How do you think his enormous fame affected his personal life? Do you consider him a role model?
- There's been some backlash connected to the movie. Is it, as some critics have said, exploitative? Or a testament to Jackson's legacy?
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- I rate this title on for age 9 and give it
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- Good role models
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
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- Good role models
I am so sorry I misjudged Michael while he was alive. This movie opened my eyes to the kind of man Michael Jackson was, instead of what the media made him out to be.
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
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- Good role models
EXCITING!!!!!
I LOVED IT THE MOVIE WAS FUNNY IN SOME PARTS SAD AND EXCITING MY FAVORITE PART WAS WHEN THEY WERE GETTING READY TO PERFORM THRILLER AND HUMAN NATURE IT WAS SAD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
- I rate this title on for age 6 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
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- Good role models
Great for all respsible ages!
It was a great clean movie. Hardly any prblems for any age.
- I rate this title on for age 6 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
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- Good role models
Great for all respsible ages!
It was a great clean movie. Hardly any prblems for any age.
- I rate this title on for age 5 and give it
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Great Musical Film
I loved this movie.
- I rate this title on for age 9 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
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i love it! it's the best movie
- I rate this title on for age 9 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
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i love it! it's the best movie
- I rate this title on for age 9 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
taylor lautner is hhhooottttttttttt!!!!!!!!!
i love dis movie it is hot kind of like me! michael jackson is everything i ever wanted 2 be
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give it
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- Good role models
i so love micheal joseph jackson he is my insprashion. i wanna be just like him when i grown up micheal wait for me im coming. and this a good movie. these days some kids dont know what to with there life but after u see this movie you will know.
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give it
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- Good role models
i so love micheal joseph jackson he is my insprashion. i wanna be just like him when i grown up micheal wait for me im coming. and this a good movie. these days some kids dont know what to with there life but after u see this movie you will know.
- I rate this title on for age 13 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
Great homage to a big talent, but discuss MJ's problems
This movie is great opportunity for kids to see how a very talented person worked very hard. This man had some deep flaws, and talking about (some of) them with your kids would be an important lesson about people and their characters.
- I rate this title on for age 7 and give it
We saw it as a 3 generation group!
I loved it! I saw the movie with my daughter and my granddaughter. All three of us thought it was magnificent! I see no problem with younger kids seeing it. They couldn't have a better example of how to relate to other people: with love, humor, and understanding.
- I rate this title on for age 11 and give it
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MJ's Big Break
I love this movie! If you want to learn about MJ you will love this!
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give it
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Michel Jacksons big break!
This is the best,only, movie about Michel Jackson!!!!!
- I rate this title on for age 8 and give it
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- Good role models
Perfect for MJ fans but not for younger children.
I,as a HUGE fan, loved it! It probably wouldn't be great if you don't like MJ's songs as it is pretty much all about him practacing performing them. The Thriller part is a bit scary so it might be disturbing for younger children.
- I rate this title on for age 10 and give it
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- Good role models
Must see this one!
I haven't seen this yet but saw a trailer and it looks amazing!!! I am going to see this with my mum but some of her friends said it was 2 hours of boredom. We'll check it out anyway, hope they're wrong....
- I rate this title on for age 10 and give it
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CONCERT FILM THAT IS A MOTIVATION AND AN INSPIRATION
Michael Jackson's THIS IS IT is the concert movie of the year. This movie took a good look at Michael's rehearsal tapes before his concert tour which ended up cancelled because of his unexpected death. This film also shows a new music video adaptation of the song "THRILLER" which might scare kids under 10. Kenny Ortega did a wonderful job of showing and putting together rehearsal film clips for this movie to become Michael Jackson's final labor of love for his fans. This movie was made for the fans to remember Michael's life his music and his passions for his fans. I bought the CD and Pre-Ordered the DVD of this because this film was a phenomoeon to me and showed me differnent side of Michael Jackson's life that I've never saw before. "LONG LIVE THE KING OF POP" August 29, 1958 – June 25, 2009
- I rate this title on for age 8 and give it
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A realistic view of what it takes to put on a show.
I would give it 3.5 stars. It was a great behind the scenes look at what goes into preparing a rock/pop concert. I think it is positive for children to see that musicians, dancers, singers are hard working and talented. Unfortunately the "rock star" lifestyle is mostly what kids get exposure to. As for Michael, it is sad that he died. There is no discussion of his death or any of the controversies that surrounded him. He came across as soft spoken but very much in charge and knowing what he wanted. It showed me how really talented a performer he was. As for any suggestive moves (ie crotch grabbing) it really is nothing you couldn't easily explain to an 8+ year old. I would feel comfortable having my almost 7 year old watching it.
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| 58% | of parents say it gives kids positive messages |
| 42% | of parents say there are good role models |
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