# This Is It (2009)

> A kinetic backstage portrait preserves Michael Jackson’s final concert preparations as both a dazzling creative achievement and a poignant unfinished farewell.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/7883

## Facts

- Runtime: 111 min
- Genres: Music, Documentary
- Director: Kenny Ortega
- Cast: Michael Jackson, Orianthi, Kenny Ortega, Dorian Holley, Patrick Woodroffe, Bashiri Johnson, Mo Pleasure, Tommy Organ
- TMDB rating: 7.4/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1477715/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: energetic, nostalgic, celebratory, music night, concert film marathon

## Synopsis

A behind-the-scenes look at the final preparations of a legendary pop star's comeback concert.

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