Insider Poll: Would Michael Jackson Approve of 'This Is It'? at The Insider

'This Is It' opened to rave reviews and much fanfare, with audiences overwhelmingly impressed at the spectacular tribute to Michael Jackson in what was to be his final concert series.

Despite being hailed by critics and fans alike, some are saying the movie is cashing in on the singer's legacy -- and that the rehersal footage, never intended for theaters, is not what a well-known perfectionist like Michael would have wanted the world to see.

If here were alive, do you feel the King of Pop would have been protesting or celebrating the release of 'This Is It'?

Give us your thoughts in the comments below and take our poll to tell us: What side are you on?

Published 10/28/09 by

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MJ was a perfectionist, and so probably would not have wanted the movie released. However, I feel that it made us love Michael even more and provided some much needed closure. And how eerie that the song, with the same title as MJ's concert was found in the archives from all those years ago! Coincidence? I think not! Incredible timing that it was found at a time that it could be used with the film. It must have been divine intervention. You had so much more to offer this world, MJ. And I feel so sad for your children. I pray for them often. I love you Michael, and I miss you!

Anonymous 1/22/10 Reply
MJ was a perfectionist, and so probably would not have wanted the movie released. However, I feel that it made us love Michael even more

Anonymous 1/22/10 Reply
MJ was a perfectionist,

Anonymous 1/22/10 Reply
MJ was a perfectionist,

Anonymous 1/22/10 Reply
oh! he has a nice move and voice..

Anonymous 11/16/09 Reply
He will approve because idk lol but i know he will
i saw his this is it movie it was great

Sarah_0 11/15/09 Reply
Michael would not approve for his work that not yet finish or meet his standard if he still here. Kenny made the film looks really good and present how genius of Michael and the way of THIS IS IT ..see "for the fans" Michael would approve it finally from heaven. His fans wanna get close to him and THIS IS IT is such a thing that can help us feel connect to him in theater. Michael would OK for that I wish.

NithiiJ 11/13/09 Reply
Michael would of loved it and would of wanted his fans to see the finished product...as well as, seeing "This is It"....It was a clsoure that was good yet heart-breaking due to the sadness that he is gone.....We love you Michael.

PeggyB8 11/12/09 Reply
my favorate singer and Dansers his a very beutifully
hair stlye very nice looking his king Pop

Anonymous 11/10/09 Reply
he will allow it for his fans

Anonymous 11/10/09 Reply
Michael was a perfectionist. He would've wanted people to see the finished product, which 'This Is It' is not. But I really don't care. I think his fans really needed the closure.

Anonymous 11/5/09 Reply
NOPE

Anonymous 11/4/09 Reply
even in his dead he still make money in grave

Anonymous 11/4/09 Reply
I think he would have wanted this to be released to his fans.That's the one thing he cared about most.

LostPB 11/3/09 Reply
I do not believe that Michael would have wanted this is it to come out like this. I have seen it. Rather jumpy and unorganized to be honest. Not to mention in a sense it a way of exploitation.I do believe that this "movie" shouldn't have been in the theaters. However I also believe that it was an attempt to collect money. Really thats what it mainly was about. I did think it was interesting to see though. However my answer is still NO. Michael would not have approved of this film/documentary. He for obvious reasons didn't have a say in it though which is unfortunate. People please remember him for his love and passion of almost all things and let it spread. His lessons of love can still go on and on if you just open your hearts to it. He was one of the most wonderful people in this world. I know that I will never ever forget him. Please stop exploiting him and let him rest.

RachelE11 11/3/09 Reply