Jackson's "This Is It" set for January DVD release
The Michael Jackson documentary "This Is It" will be released on DVD and Blu-ray Disc on January 26.
Sony's "This Is It" has rung up $71 million (43 million pounds) in domestic box office since bowing in cinemas October 28, and the studio's plans for its home-video release have been the subject of considerable speculation.
Initially, many observers assumed the studio would push out "This Is It" discs before the lucrative Christmas gift-buying season. Instead, Sony has opted for a post-holidays release in the hope that seasonal gift-card recipients will use their plastic to purchase discs.
Both the DVD and high-def versions of "This Is It" will include several mini-documentaries and other special features. The Blu-ray Disc also will include two versions each of the Jackson music videos "Smooth Criminal" and "Thriller."
The DVD of "This Is It" will carry a suggested retail price of $28.96 and the Blu-ray version an SRP of $39.95. A PlayStation Portable disc is also planned, priced at $24.94.
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The #1 Grossing Concert Film in Worldwide Box Office History is Now the Home Entertainment Event of the Year! MICHAEL JACKSON'S THIS IS IT
Taking the Stage on Blu-ray™, DVD and PSP™ this January 26, 2010, With Over 90 Minutes of Never-Before-Seen Bonus Features Including Two Making-of Documentaries, Costume Featurette and Blu-ray Exclusives Including All-New 'Smooth Criminal' and 'Thriller' Vignettes as well as movieIQ!
'An unmissable film. Illuminating and unforgettable.' Peter Travers / Rolling Stone
'...beautiful...dazzling...a tribute to the power of Jackson's body and voice...' Ann Powers / Los Angeles Times
Press Release
Source: Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
On 12:00 pm EST, Monday November 30, 2009
CULVER CITY, Calif., Nov. 30 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Pictures Home Entertainment offers music lovers a backstage pass to witness the King of Pop plan and create what would have been his electrifying and triumphant return to the stage when MICHAEL JACKSON'S THIS IS IT debuts on Blu-ray, DVD and PSP this January 26, 2010. After breaking box office records around the world, MICHAEL JACKSON'S THIS IS IT will dazzle on Blu-ray and DVD. Directed by Kenny Ortega, the Blu-ray and DVD release will allow fans to go beyond the theatrical experience of the film Roger Ebert called "one of the most revealing music documentaries I've seen" with the two documentaries "Staging The Return: Beyond The Show" and "Staging The Return: The Adventure Begins," in which Michael Jackson is shown developing, creating and rehearsing for his sold-out This Is It tour. Also available are a series of illuminating featurettes, including "The Gloved One," a costume themed featurette; "Memories of Michael," in which cast and crew pay moving tribute to the legacy of Michael Jackson; "Auditions: Searching for the World's Best Dancers," spotlighting the search for the show's incredibly talented backup dancers; and the film's Theatrical Trailer.
Additional features exclusive to the Blu-ray include the complete and uncut versions of "Smooth Criminal" and "Thriller," two all-new vignettes seen briefly in the film, along with a special "Making-of Smooth Criminal" featurette. In "Smooth Criminal," sit back and marvel as Michael Jackson seamlessly shares the screen with some of the greatest movie stars of all-time in a new black and white vignette that celebrates Michael's love of 'Old Hollywood.' Then, in the all-new "Thriller" vignette, watch in awe as Michael brings one of his most popular songs to a monstrous second life in a thrilling new video featuring a whole new cast of zombies, ghosts and ghouls igniting awareness with all-new and signature Jackson dance moves.
Exclusive to the Blu-ray edition of MICHAEL JACKSON'S THIS IS IT are even more must-have bonus features Jackson fans will love, including the BD-Live™ enabled movieIQ, which lets viewers add their favorite songs from the film to an emailable This Is It playlist. With movieIQ, viewers can also access live trivia information about the movie's cast, crew, music and production - all while watching the movie!
MICHAEL JACKSON'S THIS IS IT, available on Blu-ray, DVD and PSP, this January 26, 2010, at an SRP of $39.95 (BD), $28.96 (DVD) and $24.94 (PSP).
Synopsis
MICHAEL JACKSON'S THIS IS IT offers 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 April through June, 2009, the film is 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 the singer, dancer, filmmaker, architect, and genius as he creates and perfects his final show.
MICHAEL JACKSON'S THIS IS IT was directed by Kenny Ortega (High School Musical, Newsies). It was produced by Randy Phillips, Kenny Ortega and Paul Gongaware, with John McClain and John Branca serving as executive producers. It was distributed by Columbia Pictures in association with The Michael Jackson Company and AEG Live. It has a run time of approximately 111 minutes and has been rated PG for some suggestive choreography and scary images.
Single Disc DVD Bonus Material
"Staging the Return: The Adventure Begins" Making-of Documentary
This in-depth documentary reveals Michael Jackson's unique, groundbreaking vision for his ambitious return to the stage, with director Kenny Ortega and the entire crew from This Is It.
"Staging the Return: Beyond the Show" Making-of Documentary
Director Kenny Ortega and the crew of This Is It discuss Michael Jackson's final rehearsals, and the purpose behind creating the concert film.
"The Gloved One" Costumes Featurette
Costume Designer Zaldy reveals the elaborate new costumes created for Michael Jackson to wear on the This Is It tour.
"Memories of Michael" Featurette
Kenny Ortega and the crew of This Is It share personal stories about working with Michael Jackson, and how they will remember their friend.
"Auditions: Searching for the World's Best Dancers" Featurette
A look at the high-stakes audition process, which began with over 5,000 applicants and ended with the selection of 11 exceptionally talented dancers.
Theatrical Trailer
Single-Disc Blu-ray Bonus Material
"Staging the Return: The Adventure Begins" Making-of Documentary
This in-depth documentary reveals Michael Jackson's unique, groundbreaking vision for his ambitious return to the stage, with director Kenny Ortega and the entire crew from This Is It.
"Staging the Return: Beyond the Show" Making-of Documentary
Director Kenny Ortega and the crew of This Is It discuss Michael Jackson's final rehearsals, and the purpose behind creating the concert film.
"The Gloved One" Costumes Featurette
Costume Designer Zaldy reveals the elaborate new costumes created for Michael Jackson to wear on the This Is It tour.
"Memories of Michael" Featurette
Kenny Ortega and the crew of This Is It share personal stories about working with Michael Jackson, and how they will remember their friend.
"Auditions: Searching for the World's Best Dancers" Featurette
A look at the high-stakes audition process, which began with over 5,000 applicants and ended with the selection of 11 exceptionally talented dancers.
Theatrical Trailer
BD Exclusive: "Smooth Criminal" Vignette
The full-length vignette starring Michael Jackson which was to be shown before the performance of "Smooth Criminal" at the This Is It concert.
BD Exclusive: "Making 'Smooth Criminal'" Featurette
An in-depth, behind-the-scenes look at the groundbreaking production of the new "Smooth Criminal" film created for This Is It.
BD Exclusive: "Thriller" Vignette
The full-length vignette which was to be shown during the performance of "Thriller" at the This Is It concert.
BD Exclusive: movieIQ: connects you to access real-time information on the cast, music, trivia and more while watching the movie! Also includes the This Is It interactive playlist where you can bookmark your favorite songs featured in the film and email yourself a customized playlist!
BD Catalog #: 33881
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UPC Code: 0-43396-33881-4
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SLP: $ 39.95
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DVD Catalog #: 33882
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UPC Code: 0-43396-33882-1
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SLP: $ 28.96
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UMD Catalog #: 33885
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UPC Code: 0-43396-33885-2
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SLP: $ 24.94
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Order Date for All: 12/24/09
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Artwork and digital clips are available for download at
www.sphepublicity.com
Visit Sony Pictures Home Entertainment on the Web at www.SonyPictures.com
The Blu-ray Disc version of MICHAEL JACKSON'S THIS IS IT is BD-Live enabled, allowing users to get connected and go beyond the disc via an Internet-connected Blu-ray player. Download content, give feedback through an exclusive survey, and register for rewards.
Get rewarded for registering your Sony Blu-ray Discs! The Sony Pictures Blu-ray Club rewards consumers in the U.S. for purchasing and registering BD-Live enabled Sony Blu-ray movies. By accumulating points, members are then able to redeem those points for cool Sony products. Visit www.sonyrewards.com/bluray for more details.
ABOUT SONY PICTURES HOME ENTERTAINMENT
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment is a Sony Pictures Entertainment company. SPE is a division of Sony Corporation of America, a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sony Corporation. SPE's global operations encompass motion picture production and distribution; television production and distribution; digital content creation and distribution; worldwide channel investments; home entertainment acquisition and distribution; operation of studio facilities; development of new entertainment products, services and technologies; and distribution of filmed entertainment in more than 100 countries. Sony Pictures Entertainment can be found on the World Wide Web at http://www.sonypictures.com.
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Taking the Stage on Blu-ray™, DVD and PSP™ this January 26, 2010, With Over 90 Minutes of Never-Before-Seen Bonus Features Including Two Making-of Documentaries, Costume Featurette and Blu-ray Exclusives Including All-New 'Smooth Criminal' and 'Thriller' Vignettes as well as movieIQ!
'An unmissable film. Illuminating and unforgettable.' Peter Travers / Rolling Stone
'...beautiful...dazzling...a tribute to the power of Jackson's body and voice...' Ann Powers / Los Angeles Times
Press Release
Source: Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
On 12:00 pm EST, Monday November 30, 2009
CULVER CITY, Calif., Nov. 30 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Pictures Home Entertainment offers music lovers a backstage pass to witness the King of Pop plan and create what would have been his electrifying and triumphant return to the stage when MICHAEL JACKSON'S THIS IS IT debuts on Blu-ray, DVD and PSP this January 26, 2010. After breaking box office records around the world, MICHAEL JACKSON'S THIS IS IT will dazzle on Blu-ray and DVD. Directed by Kenny Ortega, the Blu-ray and DVD release will allow fans to go beyond the theatrical experience of the film Roger Ebert called "one of the most revealing music documentaries I've seen" with the two documentaries "Staging The Return: Beyond The Show" and "Staging The Return: The Adventure Begins," in which Michael Jackson is shown developing, creating and rehearsing for his sold-out This Is It tour. Also available are a series of illuminating featurettes, including "The Gloved One," a costume themed featurette; "Memories of Michael," in which cast and crew pay moving tribute to the legacy of Michael Jackson; "Auditions: Searching for the World's Best Dancers," spotlighting the search for the show's incredibly talented backup dancers; and the film's Theatrical Trailer.
Additional features exclusive to the Blu-ray include the complete and uncut versions of "Smooth Criminal" and "Thriller," two all-new vignettes seen briefly in the film, along with a special "Making-of Smooth Criminal" featurette. In "Smooth Criminal," sit back and marvel as Michael Jackson seamlessly shares the screen with some of the greatest movie stars of all-time in a new black and white vignette that celebrates Michael's love of 'Old Hollywood.' Then, in the all-new "Thriller" vignette, watch in awe as Michael brings one of his most popular songs to a monstrous second life in a thrilling new video featuring a whole new cast of zombies, ghosts and ghouls igniting awareness with all-new and signature Jackson dance moves.
Exclusive to the Blu-ray edition of MICHAEL JACKSON'S THIS IS IT are even more must-have bonus features Jackson fans will love, including the BD-Live™ enabled movieIQ, which lets viewers add their favorite songs from the film to an emailable This Is It playlist. With movieIQ, viewers can also access live trivia information about the movie's cast, crew, music and production - all while watching the movie!
MICHAEL JACKSON'S THIS IS IT, available on Blu-ray, DVD and PSP, this January 26, 2010, at an SRP of $39.95 (BD), $28.96 (DVD) and $24.94 (PSP).
Synopsis
MICHAEL JACKSON'S THIS IS IT offers 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 April through June, 2009, the film is 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 the singer, dancer, filmmaker, architect, and genius as he creates and perfects his final show.
MICHAEL JACKSON'S THIS IS IT was directed by Kenny Ortega (High School Musical, Newsies). It was produced by Randy Phillips, Kenny Ortega and Paul Gongaware, with John McClain and John Branca serving as executive producers. It was distributed by Columbia Pictures in association with The Michael Jackson Company and AEG Live. It has a run time of approximately 111 minutes and has been rated PG for some suggestive choreography and scary images.
Single Disc DVD Bonus Material
"Staging the Return: The Adventure Begins" Making-of Documentary
This in-depth documentary reveals Michael Jackson's unique, groundbreaking vision for his ambitious return to the stage, with director Kenny Ortega and the entire crew from This Is It.
"Staging the Return: Beyond the Show" Making-of Documentary
Director Kenny Ortega and the crew of This Is It discuss Michael Jackson's final rehearsals, and the purpose behind creating the concert film.
"The Gloved One" Costumes Featurette
Costume Designer Zaldy reveals the elaborate new costumes created for Michael Jackson to wear on the This Is It tour.
"Memories of Michael" Featurette
Kenny Ortega and the crew of This Is It share personal stories about working with Michael Jackson, and how they will remember their friend.
"Auditions: Searching for the World's Best Dancers" Featurette
A look at the high-stakes audition process, which began with over 5,000 applicants and ended with the selection of 11 exceptionally talented dancers.
Theatrical Trailer
Single-Disc Blu-ray Bonus Material
"Staging the Return: The Adventure Begins" Making-of Documentary
This in-depth documentary reveals Michael Jackson's unique, groundbreaking vision for his ambitious return to the stage, with director Kenny Ortega and the entire crew from This Is It.
"Staging the Return: Beyond the Show" Making-of Documentary
Director Kenny Ortega and the crew of This Is It discuss Michael Jackson's final rehearsals, and the purpose behind creating the concert film.
"The Gloved One" Costumes Featurette
Costume Designer Zaldy reveals the elaborate new costumes created for Michael Jackson to wear on the This Is It tour.
"Memories of Michael" Featurette
Kenny Ortega and the crew of This Is It share personal stories about working with Michael Jackson, and how they will remember their friend.
"Auditions: Searching for the World's Best Dancers" Featurette
A look at the high-stakes audition process, which began with over 5,000 applicants and ended with the selection of 11 exceptionally talented dancers.
Theatrical Trailer
BD Exclusive: "Smooth Criminal" Vignette
The full-length vignette starring Michael Jackson which was to be shown before the performance of "Smooth Criminal" at the This Is It concert.
BD Exclusive: "Making 'Smooth Criminal'" Featurette
An in-depth, behind-the-scenes look at the groundbreaking production of the new "Smooth Criminal" film created for This Is It.
BD Exclusive: "Thriller" Vignette
The full-length vignette which was to be shown during the performance of "Thriller" at the This Is It concert.
BD Exclusive: movieIQ: connects you to access real-time information on the cast, music, trivia and more while watching the movie! Also includes the This Is It interactive playlist where you can bookmark your favorite songs featured in the film and email yourself a customized playlist!
BD Catalog #: 33881
-------------------
UPC Code: 0-43396-33881-4
-------------------------
SLP: $ 39.95
------------
DVD Catalog #: 33882
--------------------
UPC Code: 0-43396-33882-1
-------------------------
SLP: $ 28.96
------------
UMD Catalog #: 33885
--------------------
UPC Code: 0-43396-33885-2
-------------------------
SLP: $ 24.94
------------
Order Date for All: 12/24/09
----------------------------
Artwork and digital clips are available for download at
www.sphepublicity.com
Visit Sony Pictures Home Entertainment on the Web at www.SonyPictures.com
The Blu-ray Disc version of MICHAEL JACKSON'S THIS IS IT is BD-Live enabled, allowing users to get connected and go beyond the disc via an Internet-connected Blu-ray player. Download content, give feedback through an exclusive survey, and register for rewards.
Get rewarded for registering your Sony Blu-ray Discs! The Sony Pictures Blu-ray Club rewards consumers in the U.S. for purchasing and registering BD-Live enabled Sony Blu-ray movies. By accumulating points, members are then able to redeem those points for cool Sony products. Visit www.sonyrewards.com/bluray for more details.
ABOUT SONY PICTURES HOME ENTERTAINMENT
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment is a Sony Pictures Entertainment company. SPE is a division of Sony Corporation of America, a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sony Corporation. SPE's global operations encompass motion picture production and distribution; television production and distribution; digital content creation and distribution; worldwide channel investments; home entertainment acquisition and distribution; operation of studio facilities; development of new entertainment products, services and technologies; and distribution of filmed entertainment in more than 100 countries. Sony Pictures Entertainment can be found on the World Wide Web at http://www.sonypictures.com.
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It says Feb 22nd for UK and no date for US.
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The DVD release was announced Monday by Sony Pictures Home Entertainment.
The DVD includes two documentaries, "Staging the Return: Beyond the Show" and "Staging the Return: The Adventure Begins," which highlight Jackson as he prepared for the concerts.
Both versions of the Kenny Ortega-helmed film, which chronicles the three months of rehearsals for what was to have been Jackson's comeback tour, will come with more than 90 minutes of extras, including the two documentaries "Staging the Return: Beyond the Show" and "Staging the Return: The Adventure Begins," both about the comeback tour and Jackson's plans and preparations for it.
Also included are featurettes on the costumes and dance auditions and a "Memories of Michael" piece, in which director Ortega and the crew of "This Is It" share personal stories about working with Jackson on the tour preparations and rehearsals.
Exclusive to the Blu-ray Disc release are complete, uncut versions of the "Smooth Criminal" and "Thriller" music videos, portions of which appeared in the theatrical version of the film.
Source: AP/ Billboard/ MJackson.com
The DVD includes two documentaries, "Staging the Return: Beyond the Show" and "Staging the Return: The Adventure Begins," which highlight Jackson as he prepared for the concerts.
Both versions of the Kenny Ortega-helmed film, which chronicles the three months of rehearsals for what was to have been Jackson's comeback tour, will come with more than 90 minutes of extras, including the two documentaries "Staging the Return: Beyond the Show" and "Staging the Return: The Adventure Begins," both about the comeback tour and Jackson's plans and preparations for it.
Also included are featurettes on the costumes and dance auditions and a "Memories of Michael" piece, in which director Ortega and the crew of "This Is It" share personal stories about working with Jackson on the tour preparations and rehearsals.
Exclusive to the Blu-ray Disc release are complete, uncut versions of the "Smooth Criminal" and "Thriller" music videos, portions of which appeared in the theatrical version of the film.
Source: AP/ Billboard/ MJackson.com
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magic, on 30 November 2009 - 09:12 PM, said:
The DVD release was announced Monday by Sony Pictures Home Entertainment.
The DVD includes two documentaries, "Staging the Return: Beyond the Show" and "Staging the Return: The Adventure Begins," which highlight Jackson as he prepared for the concerts.
Both versions of the Kenny Ortega-helmed film, which chronicles the three months of rehearsals for what was to have been Jackson's comeback tour, will come with more than 90 minutes of extras, including the two documentaries "Staging the Return: Beyond the Show" and "Staging the Return: The Adventure Begins," both about the comeback tour and Jackson's plans and preparations for it.
Also included are featurettes on the costumes and dance auditions and a "Memories of Michael" piece, in which director Ortega and the crew of "This Is It" share personal stories about working with Jackson on the tour preparations and rehearsals.
Exclusive to the Blu-ray Disc release are complete, uncut versions of the "Smooth Criminal" and "Thriller" music videos, portions of which appeared in the theatrical version of the film.
Source: AP/ Billboard/ MJackson.com
The DVD includes two documentaries, "Staging the Return: Beyond the Show" and "Staging the Return: The Adventure Begins," which highlight Jackson as he prepared for the concerts.
Both versions of the Kenny Ortega-helmed film, which chronicles the three months of rehearsals for what was to have been Jackson's comeback tour, will come with more than 90 minutes of extras, including the two documentaries "Staging the Return: Beyond the Show" and "Staging the Return: The Adventure Begins," both about the comeback tour and Jackson's plans and preparations for it.
Also included are featurettes on the costumes and dance auditions and a "Memories of Michael" piece, in which director Ortega and the crew of "This Is It" share personal stories about working with Jackson on the tour preparations and rehearsals.
Exclusive to the Blu-ray Disc release are complete, uncut versions of the "Smooth Criminal" and "Thriller" music videos, portions of which appeared in the theatrical version of the film.
Source: AP/ Billboard/ MJackson.com
im not sure when its comes in australia? i will try pre-order myself a copy
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‘This Is It’ Cued To Grammys!!
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment, having kept the release of Michael Jackson concert pic "This Is It" out of the fourth quartet to give theaters a longer window, will tie the DVD and Blu-ray discs to the Grammy Awards with a January 26 release.
Positioning "This Is It" as the first big homevid title of 2010, SPHE said the DVD and Blu-ray discs will offer a fuller experience than the theatrical cut, which has already drawn more than $70 million in U.S. box office. The standard DVD ($28.96) will contain an hour of extra footage, and the Blu-ray version ($39.95) will hold an additional hour and a half of material.
Exclusive to the Blu-ray version is a "Smooth Criminal" vignette that was originally intended to screen prior to Jackson's planned London concerts. There is also the featurette "Making Smooth Criminal," as well as Sony Web-enabled feature movieIQ.
"We're thrilled with the date that we ended up with, where it's at an opportune time in the market," said Marc Rashba, Sony's VP of worldwide marketing. "The Grammys follow right after the release date (on Jan. 31). There will be a lot of Grammy areas in stores, and we can play into that."
Retailers are also expected to push "This Is It" pre-orders during this heavy fourth-quarter shopping period.
Both standard DVD and Blu-ray editions, carrying a Dec. 24 pre-order date, include two making-of documentaries. The two formats also hold three featurettes, covering costuming, memories of Jackson and auditions of the concert dancers.
To further boost the title's appeal, Sony will attach different collectible components at various retailers.
"We're looking at new channels of distribution, and working with digital partners," Rashba said.
Source: Variety
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment, having kept the release of Michael Jackson concert pic "This Is It" out of the fourth quartet to give theaters a longer window, will tie the DVD and Blu-ray discs to the Grammy Awards with a January 26 release.
Positioning "This Is It" as the first big homevid title of 2010, SPHE said the DVD and Blu-ray discs will offer a fuller experience than the theatrical cut, which has already drawn more than $70 million in U.S. box office. The standard DVD ($28.96) will contain an hour of extra footage, and the Blu-ray version ($39.95) will hold an additional hour and a half of material.
Exclusive to the Blu-ray version is a "Smooth Criminal" vignette that was originally intended to screen prior to Jackson's planned London concerts. There is also the featurette "Making Smooth Criminal," as well as Sony Web-enabled feature movieIQ.
"We're thrilled with the date that we ended up with, where it's at an opportune time in the market," said Marc Rashba, Sony's VP of worldwide marketing. "The Grammys follow right after the release date (on Jan. 31). There will be a lot of Grammy areas in stores, and we can play into that."
Retailers are also expected to push "This Is It" pre-orders during this heavy fourth-quarter shopping period.
Both standard DVD and Blu-ray editions, carrying a Dec. 24 pre-order date, include two making-of documentaries. The two formats also hold three featurettes, covering costuming, memories of Jackson and auditions of the concert dancers.
To further boost the title's appeal, Sony will attach different collectible components at various retailers.
"We're looking at new channels of distribution, and working with digital partners," Rashba said.
Source: Variety
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