Michael Jackson's Moonwalker
Moonwalker is a 1988 American experimental anthology film starring Michael Jackson. The movie is a collection of short films, featuring extended versions of some of his music videos from the Bad album, released the same year. The title “Moonwalker” refers to one of Michael Jackson’s signature dance moves, which he chose as the title of the film.
Film Structure
The movie is a mix of music videos, fantasy sequences, and documentary-style segments. It tells the story of Michael Jackson’s confrontation with a ruthless drug dealer, Mr. Big, and features a range of musical styles, from pop and rock to R&B and hip-hop.
Segments
The film includes several notable segments:
“Smooth Criminal”: A standout sequence featuring Michael Jackson’s iconic dance moves and choreography.
“Come Together”: A music video featuring Michael Jackson performing a Beatles classic, originally written and sung by John Lennon and Paul McCartney.
“The Wayans Bros.”: A comedic segment featuring the Wayans brothers, who appear as themselves, interacting with Michael Jackson.
“Retrospective”: A documentary-style sequence showcasing Michael Jackson’s early life and career, from his days as a member of the Jackson 5 to his rise as a solo artist.
Release and Reception
Moonwalker was initially intended for theatrical release in the United States but was instead released straight-to-video due to budget constraints. However, it was released in theaters internationally. The film received mixed reviews, with some critics praising its innovative structure and others criticizing its disjointedness and unclear tone.
Michael Jackson's Black or White Clip
Michael Jackson’s “Black or White” Video Clip and the Black Panther Dance
The “Black or White” music video by Michael Jackson, directed by John Landis, premiered on November 14, 1991, and was viewed by 500 million people in 27 countries. The video features a four-minute-long sequence known as the Black Panther Dance, where Jackson transforms into a panther and performs a series of complicated dance moves.
The Dance Routine
In the dance routine, Jackson kicks a bottle, jumps on a car, and smashes its windows. He then performs sophisticated dance moves on the car, zips up his pants, and does sexual moves, spins, and destroys the Royal Arms Hotel. The video ends with Jackson turning back into a panther and Bart Simpson watching the TV, with his father shutting it off.
Controversy and Censorship
The Black Panther Dance sequence was initially censored from future airings of the video due to an outcry from parents’ groups and major media outlets. However, since 2016, the full 11-minute video has been widely available on Michael Jackson’s official YouTube page without any reference to the controversy it once provoked.
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Moonwalker is a 1988 American experimental anthology film starring Michael Jackson. The movie is a collection of short films, featuring extended versions of some of his music videos from the Bad album, released the same year. The title “Moonwalker” refers to one of Michael Jackson’s signature dance moves, which he chose as the title of the film.
Film Structure
The movie is a mix of music videos, fantasy sequences, and documentary-style segments. It tells the story of Michael Jackson’s confrontation with a ruthless drug dealer, Mr. Big, and features a range of musical styles, from pop and rock to R&B and hip-hop.
Segments
The film includes several notable segments:
“Smooth Criminal”: A standout sequence featuring Michael Jackson’s iconic dance moves and choreography.
“Come Together”: A music video featuring Michael Jackson performing a Beatles classic, originally written and sung by John Lennon and Paul McCartney.
“The Wayans Bros.”: A comedic segment featuring the Wayans brothers, who appear as themselves, interacting with Michael Jackson.
“Retrospective”: A documentary-style sequence showcasing Michael Jackson’s early life and career, from his days as a member of the Jackson 5 to his rise as a solo artist.
Release and Reception
Moonwalker was initially intended for theatrical release in the United States but was instead released straight-to-video due to budget constraints. However, it was released in theaters internationally. The film received mixed reviews, with some critics praising its innovative structure and others criticizing its disjointedness and unclear tone.
Michael Jackson's Black or White Clip
Michael Jackson’s “Black or White” Video Clip and the Black Panther Dance
The “Black or White” music video by Michael Jackson, directed by John Landis, premiered on November 14, 1991, and was viewed by 500 million people in 27 countries. The video features a four-minute-long sequence known as the Black Panther Dance, where Jackson transforms into a panther and performs a series of complicated dance moves.
The Dance Routine
In the dance routine, Jackson kicks a bottle, jumps on a car, and smashes its windows. He then performs sophisticated dance moves on the car, zips up his pants, and does sexual moves, spins, and destroys the Royal Arms Hotel. The video ends with Jackson turning back into a panther and Bart Simpson watching the TV, with his father shutting it off.
Controversy and Censorship
The Black Panther Dance sequence was initially censored from future airings of the video due to an outcry from parents’ groups and major media outlets. However, since 2016, the full 11-minute video has been widely available on Michael Jackson’s official YouTube page without any reference to the controversy it once provoked.
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