Michael Jackson's Family Has Reseravations About 'This Is It' Film
Michael Jackson's family fears the new 'This Is It' movie will be a propaganda movie for concert promoters AEG.
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September 18, 2009, (Splash News) - Michael Jackson's family fears the new 'This Is It' movie will be a propaganda movie for concert promoters AEG.
Jackson insiders say his family is concerned that the movie's edit will make it appear Jackson was fit enough for his 50-date tour.
The film is due on October 28 after getting the green light from a judge and Jackson's estate.
It was created using 100 hours of rehearsal footage shot in Los Angeles in the months before Jackson's death and is directed by tour director Kenny Ortega.
"They believe the movie only includes the best clips of Michael's final rehearsals. He supposedly looks fit, together and excited," an insider said. "The family can't speak out because money will be paid to the trust, but privately, they fear the movie is propaganda to back AEG's argument that Michael was healthy and wasn't being exploited.
"While fans want to remember Michael as the King of Pop, the family is still suspicious of AEG and how they handled Michael. Of course, this movie will also be a huge moneymaker."
Sony spokesman Steve Elzer said concerns about editing of the movie made "no sense and don't deserve comment".
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