: Collaborators and close friends share personal reflections on working with Jackson during his final months. Auditions (Searching for the World’s Best Dancers)
Viewers watch Kenny Ortega and Travis Payne whittle thousands of elite performers down to just 11.
They serve a dual purpose. For the casual viewer, they are an entertaining look at the mechanics of pop stardom. For the musician, dancer, or tech director, they are an invaluable educational tool detailing how a perfectionist operating at the highest echelons of the entertainment industry commanded a room, respected his crew, and built an unforgettable spectacle from the ground up. michael jacksons this is it 2009 extras 1
For the 2009 version of "Smooth Criminal," Jackson shot an entirely new sequence in the style of a 1940s film noir. Digital effects artists explain how they painstakingly inserted Jackson into classic old Hollywood films, allowing him to interact with icons like Rita Hayworth and Humphrey Bogart. The extras allow fans to watch this short film in its entirety without the distraction of stage lights or audience noise. The "Thriller" 3D Remake
When This Is It hit theaters in October 2009, it was both a eulogy and a miracle—a chance to see Michael Jackson, just days before his sudden passing, running through the full-scale production that was meant to conquer London. But for the true devotees, the main film was only half the story. The real treasure lies buried in the home release's supplementary material, specifically the section labeled : Collaborators and close friends share personal reflections
Deep-dive interviews with the bassist, keyboardists, and drioners who had to learn Jackson’s massive catalog with studio-grade precision. The Vocal and Choreographic Genius
The extras also include a feature on Jackson's iconic costume designs, which were created specifically for the 'This Is It' concerts. The intricate costumes, designed by Giovanni Santini, were a testament to Jackson's attention to detail and his commitment to creating a visually stunning show. For the casual viewer, they are an entertaining
Shows Michael working with vocal coach Dorian Holley. Jackson routinely marks his vocals (singing softly to save his voice), but the extras capture rare moments where he lets loose, hitting signature high notes and beatboxing to guide the rhythm section.
: Details the LED screens (the largest ever used at the time) and the "Lightman" suit.
The final segment of Extras 1 is the hardest to watch: a full, uninterrupted run of "Earth Song" from a soundcheck at the Staples Center. No CGI forests, no bulldozer on stage. Just Michael in a maroon button-down and slacks, reaching for the rafters. The backing track drops out for 15 seconds, and he keeps singing—a cappella, raw, ferocious. When he finishes, the small crew of electricians and camera ops erupts into applause. Michael looks almost surprised, then bows deeply.