Salty and Sweet.

Get it.

Listen to it.

Love it.

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This is it.

Here is my review of "Michael Jackson's This is it." I realize I am a bias party writing a short simple review on the most brilliant mind to perform but I will do so anyway.

This film/documentary was the epitome of 'artist in their element'. There was a moment when he finished, 'Wanna Be Startin' Somethin' that the lights dimmed and he smirked. I loved it. He was happiest when he was escaping the reality of being in the public eye and trying to live up to the iconic figure our society made him out to be. He also got to get away from the media which painted him in a negative light which, toward the end of his life, made him out to be a monster. There were some beautiful moments showing his humor and the freeing of his spirit. He also had a type of captivating sex appeal that we don't notice anymore. He wrote into our history that type of connection between music and performative dance that gives a quality to his work that is undeniably entrancing.

Mr. Ortega cracked me up as well. His vision along with Michael's was amazing and his love for MJ was apparent. After MJ's death and reading about Ortega's experience of putting together the footage for theaters it just showed to what depths Michael touched his life. Ortega wanted 'This Is It' to be a view into Michael's creative world and what he loved the most, the stage and music. He didn't want it to be about the man in the spot light and all the controversy surrounding him but better, just the man. Ortega did a great job and achieved just that. "It's all about the LOVE." Michael would say after giving direction to the crew and it truly did show.

I have seen the film twice now and would go back for thirds. His clothing and style were enough to pay attention to for the duration of the movie. Also, the technology going behind this event was truly extraordinary. It would of been the show of centuries and I am also sure it would've withstood the test of time just as his name will. Michael Jackson, "It's all for Love."

I am so excited!

I am so excited! I was saving to go and see this concert in 2010 as my personal graduation present to myself and seeing as how that's not an option anymore I am happy that I at least have the opportunity to get a glimpse into what would've been the best concert in history!

Not only am I excited to see him performing during rehearsals but his style is so captivating and truly inspirational to me that I am looking forward to seeing his fabulous looks that he put together for the show. He is a force that still will be reckoned with and his style with continue to influence the fashion world. I must say that I am particularly excited about the gold sequin covered pants he wears for some of his sets.

Even with all of this excitement about the film I must admit I am still a bit apprehensive about viewing it simply because I know it's going to hurt and I hate being sad that he's gone because it's nothing but selfishness that is the driving force behind that feeling. For his sake he is in a better place where people aren't cruel and the Love that he tried to show is finally being given back to him 110%. God bless his family and friends and thank God for this movie!

Dirty Diana.

I just spent two and a half hours watching interviews of Michael with Martin Bashir and Diane Sawyer. I love him so much and I wish people could look past what the tabloids say and see the brilliance in him. He is the most amazing artist to date, period. He has delved in more than one area of the arts and has brought them together in an electrifying way. He is my favorite identity artist and as I try and explore the identity structures that ensue from being a twin I will continue to look at him for inspiration.

"Dirty Diana" is my favorite song and I love this video because it is simply him doing what he does best. I am entranced by his presence and his ability to command attention from his movement and clothing. His soul is vibrant and pure. This video shows the passion that comes from that.

"The funk of 40,000 years..."

I think we all know that if for some reason I ever had to go to prison, this would be the place for me.

This is fantastic. As Michael says, "It's all about love, L.O.V.E." These inmates are obviously loving life and why shouldn't they, MJ is helping them pass the time and not to mention helping them gain fame.

They Don't Really Care About Us.

Not only was this specific music video banned but MJ got in a lot of trouble for a few of the lyrics in this song. Also I find this song a bit foreshadowing of the video I will be posting next.

I say rock on.