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Report: Sony Pictures to release Michael Jackson concert film in October

Jul 21, 2009, 04:34 PM | by Jeff Jensen

Categories: Movie biz, Movies, Music, Music biz

Sony Pictures has paid $60 million for the rights to release a movie of footage shot during Michael Jackson's rehearsals for his This Is It concert tour, according to the Hollywood Reporter. The film will hit theaters October 30. According to other reports, AEG Live, which is said to have 80 hours of rehearsal footage at its disposal, and Jackson's family will split Sony's money, with Jackson's family receiving 90 percent of the fee and establishing a charity in the late singer's name. 


michael Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 06:36 PM EST

Michael Jackson is alive.

michael Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 06:35 PM EST

Michael Jackson is still alive. michaeljacksonsightings.com

theresa Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 05:18 PM EST

Why is that people are just now coming forth with things that were said Negativaly about Michael before he died? It sickens me to hear such things. Why wait til Michael is gone to announce his innocense they knew all along that he was innocent. I miss Michael so much now. I will always listen to his music. R.I.P Michael forever. !!

Trista Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 04:48 PM EST

Yea, get lost Jenny Walcott! Although everyone is entitled to their opinions, MJ may not have had the best judgement letting others' children sleep with him in his bed (we would get in trouble for that, too if we did it); however, innocent until proven guilty my friend and he was never found guilty. Now, God will decide as he saw the whole thing. Everyone is so quick to sue these days. He did so much for so many people especially children and charities. He may not have been happy with himself but he kept to himself and did what made him happy. OJ got away with murder/conspiracy! He cheated the system and his money talked. What has he done for others? Robbery to get his material possessions back. What do you have to say about him living off our taxes now?? Three hots and a cot! The guilty always live. People such as yourself drove MJ to his grave with the stress and anxiety!!! Like they said at his memorial...maybe now they'll let him rest in peace! Love you MJ, we'll never forget you.

rachael Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 04:11 PM EST

yes i have heard that jordy has admitted lying about the whole thing, but is this really true? i mean if it were, would it not be world headlines?
guys, we must remember that michael was crazy about movies and always aspired to be involved more in movies, and he would want his kids to earn more money and not have to worry about any debts their father may have accumulated, so profits from such a project from SONY would help pay that off, even though they were a company that michael fell out with.

Dieseal Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 03:47 PM EST

Jordan chandler admitts to lieing on Michael Because his father asked him to this has just been one big tragedy that will never go away. they contributed to the death of the second best human being the heavens had to offer.

Eilleen Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 03:39 PM EST

I believe Michael was a gentle soul. I don't believe he hurt anyone but he sure hurt himself. I also believe his father did beat the hell out of them when they were kids. I'm still in shock over MJ's death. God love him. I believe God called him home so he wouldn't have to suffer anymore. I hope his kids are going to be ok.

Brandy Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 03:02 PM EST

I believe Michael Jackson was a great man of honor. I DO NOT believe he ever did anything wrong. If you listen to interviews with him he has logical explanation. He may not have been normal by alot of people's standards,but the man is a Legend in my eyes and forever will be. I love Michael Jackson a.k.a "KING OF POP". I grew up listening to him in the 80,s and have started my children on what a great entertainer he will always be known for. RIP MICHAEL....WE LOVE U!!!

Bruce Ram Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 02:49 PM EST

Get lost Jenny Walcott, you vile scum

Bruce Ram Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 02:48 PM EST

Get lost Jenny Walcott, you vile scum

Jenny Walcott Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 02:46 PM EST

Get a life people. The Pedo is dead.

Deek Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 01:50 PM EST

i knoe dat michael joseph jackson was a good person and would not do anything bad too hurt anyone if anything he was always there helping others while most of them were too busy trying too frame him for something that he surely do not do and i am a very big fan of michael jackson i love you michael jackson!!r.i.p.

leslie Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 12:11 PM EST

There is a major poll running over at www.tinyurl.com/evilgood as to whether Michael Jackson was good or evil. Evil is currently in the lead! I think this poll is being recorded in some sort of record book, anyways, everybody go vote for good!!

Joseph Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 11:57 AM EST

I Agree With Every One That Say That They Should Not Try And Get Money By Using Michaels Name But To Be Real I Wold Love To See And Read More About Michael Jackson I Thinks That For All The Fans To Do So

So Is It Rite Or Wrong??

I Love You Michael Jackson
Always And For Ever

Janice Stephanie Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 11:30 AM EST

Michael Jackson, the Best artist of all time...I love u my man! I really miss u...u will be loved forever

Janice Stephanie Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 11:28 AM EST

I love MJ forever..he is my hero! RIP, my man. U are terribly missed.

Chuks Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 09:43 AM EST

Mj, i love u but God who gave u the talents love u most. I will miss ur music and unique dance steps. RIP MJ. Let the good God take care of ur children for u.

Al Sharpe Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 09:09 AM EST

Everybody seems to be trying to cash in on this guy. You have this movie coming out. Books are already starting to pop up about the alleged dark side of his life. You have his own father who wants to take his kids and make a new version of the Jackson 5. Not to mention you cant turn on the tv without hearing about the alleged conspirancy surrounding his death. It is very ghoulish.

Energie Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 06:59 AM EST

don post some stupid survey amit.Don be so cheap to make some cheap money using MJ name . RIP MICHAEL. WE LOVE YOU MICHAEL JACKSON-- FOREVER

Energie Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 06:57 AM EST

stop these stupid survey amit. Dont try to make some cheap money .
Michael Jackson will be loved forever .RIP MICHAEL.WE LOVE YOU ALWAYS.

amit Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 06:00 AM EST

the bigest survey about MJ death:

http://www.iseker.com/frmTheQuest.asp?qid=1159106002&res=1024&actv=nrm

amit Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 06:00 AM EST

the bigest survey about MJ death:

http://www.iseker.com/frmTheQuest.asp?qid=1159106002&res=1024&actv=nrm

amit Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 06:00 AM EST

the bigest survey about MJ death:

http://www.iseker.com/frmTheQuest.asp?qid=1159106002&res=1024&actv=nrm

Jenny Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 05:32 AM EST

Michael Jackson will be remembered for his huge contribution to music and for his exceptional performances as well as his innovations in video and dance. Those who lied and lie to gain money off MJ will be cursed until the day they die. Michael was the most generous, honest, humble, kind and gentle person. He will forever be loved, the haters are just jealous people who have nothing better to do than spread their negativity. These people will have their karma one day. Long live MJ's music, spirit, legacy and message to the world to make it a better one.

jenne Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 05:28 AM EST

What A Beautiful Person Michael Is.
I hope Bashir and Halperin share a seat on their ride to HELL. WHY is kindness,goodness, and gentleness misunderstood. Debbie Rowe knows SHE was employed as a surrogate and only that. She was treated with respect, she was paid well, she NEVER has to work again. There is no one who would believe Michael would engage in a real marriage with her, Michael didn't operate on public opinion. Rowe volunteered for a price, they obviously cut a deal, he married her so his beloved children would be born in wedlock...and she was outta there! His love was Lisa Marie , and I would bet, had Brooke been older,,,,who knows. Michael wanted his children, his charities, his work, and wanted to have peace. Let us cherish the MUSIC, and abd the videos.. Michael will forever be the sexiest performer on stage...Thank You

Tiara Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 02:31 AM EST

I believe that MJ was framed both in 1993 and 2003 on the cases. Also the reporter who interviewed him at Neverland in 2003.
Also, the last author on the new book who try making the fake story of MJ's life that just released after his death. Those blood money they cheated from MJ and the others now are turning into sword and their love ones having bad diseases that now are destroying them. They are now condemned and cursed.

Rest in Peace, Michael, you are now above those bad people who when you were alive they were twisted and lied and cheated.

All my loing memory for your kindness to the others, always

Captain Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 02:30 AM EST

Must See!!

http://tinyurl.com/qk8gdb

Geraldine Hughes Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 01:29 AM EST

Redemption: The Truth Behind the Michael Jackson Allegation is the book that proves Michael Jackson was framed in 1993. The author, Geraldine Hughes, was the legal secretary of the attorney who represented the 13 year old accuser's father. She witnessed an elaborate extortion scheme that was launched when MJ refused to pay the $20 million ransom.

In loving memory of Michael Jackson, his family and children, I am determined to clear MJ's name for once and for all. Get your copy of Redemption on Amazon.com/shops/hughespublishing.

Geraldine Hughes Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 01:27 AM EST

Redemption: The Truth Behind the Michael Jackson Allegation is the book that proves Michael Jackson was framed in 1993. The author, Geraldine Hughes, was the legal secretary of the attorney who represented the 13 year old accuser's father. She witnessed an elaborate extortion scheme that was launched as child molestation when MJ refused to pay the $20 million ransom.

In loving memory of Michael Jackson, his family and children, I am determined to clear MJ's name for once and for all. Get your copy of Redemption on Amazon.com/shops/hughespublishing.

Geraldine Hughes Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 01:27 AM EST

Redemption: The Truth Behind the Michael Jackson Child Molestation Allegation is the book that proves Michael Jackson was framed in 1993. The author, Geraldine Hughes, was the legal secretary of the attorney who represented the 13 year old accuser's father. She witnessed an elaborate extortion scheme that was launched as child molestation when MJ refused to pay the $20 million ransom.

In loving memory of Michael Jackson, his family and children, I am determined to clear MJ's name for once and for all. Get your copy of Redemption on Amazon.com/shops/hughespublishing.

Cham Tue, Jul 21, 2009 at 08:33 PM EST

U.K. newspaper The Mirror reported that the Michael Jackson's children will get £300m in royalties from final show footage....That's how it's going to happen. And it is the way it should be. MJ has left his children in good situation. And this will help the Neverland to keep MJ's name. More than that we love to see MJ's last moments. And that's live footage too.

Jeff Tue, Jul 21, 2009 at 07:47 PM EST

BEWARE OF THE POST BY "SIRIUS". IT TAKES YOU TO A SITE THAT PUTS MALWARE ON YOUR COMPUTER!!!

Sirius Tue, Jul 21, 2009 at 06:32 PM EST

You will be able to watch it here when it comes out: http://celebbnews.blogspot.com/
It asks you to complete a little survey but then you get the videos! Enjoy - he was still going so strong...!

Meh_227 Tue, Jul 21, 2009 at 06:11 PM EST

Says they will establish a charity with it. The kids get 40% of his estate. If this is considered part of the estate then they would get 40% of their 90% (I would think). The court will see to it that monies are placed in trust for those kids. There are laws protecting the children's money and this is a high profile case so people will be looking out. I for one would love to see the footage.

You mean............ Tue, Jul 21, 2009 at 05:03 PM EST

the executors of his estate will receive 90% of the fee. His children won't see any of that money.

PNK Tue, Jul 21, 2009 at 04:19 PM EST

OH
MY
GOD


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