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This Is It

This Is It

MusicDocumentary3.7

A compilation of interviews, rehearsals and backstage footage of Michael Jackson as he prepared for his series of sold-out shows in London.A compilation of interviews, rehearsals and backstage footage of Michael Jackson as he prepared for his series of sold-out shows in London.

October 28, 2009 · Directed by Kenny Ortega

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Tone
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Cast & crew

Michael Jackson
Self
Orianthi
Self
Kenny Ortega
Self
Dorian Holley
Self
Patrick Woodroffe
Self
Bashiri Johnson
Self
Mo Pleasure
Self
Jonathan Moffett
Self
Tommy Organ
Self
Jasmine Alveran
Self
Mekia Cox
Self (dancer)
Timor Steffens
Self (dancer)

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