Michael Jackson’s album ‘Thriller’ is underway, with Sony Music Entertainment and Jackson’s estate on board to produce the project.As reported by Deadline, the as-yet-untitled documentary is being directed by music historian and filmmaker Nelson George, and will chronicle the meteoric success of the late pop star’s record-breaking sixth studio album.
The film will feature never-before-seen footage and interviews, and will trace the album’s culture-shifting music videos.Speaking of the documentary’s focus in a press statement, George said that ‘Thriller’ “redefined Michael Jackson” and took “him from teen star to adult superstar”.
George went on to reference the album’s accompanying visuals — which included videos for the title track and lead singles ‘Billie Jean’ and ‘Beat It’ — saying that they “created a new template for marrying music and image”.“It’s been a privilege to explore this extraordinary album and revisit its magic,” George concluded.News of the documentary comes a month ahead of the 40th anniversary of ‘Thriller’, which was released in November of 1982.
The album garnered eight Grammy wins, and went on to become the most popular record of all time with 47 million copies sold.In celebration of the album’s anniversary, Jackson’s estate announced in May that it would release ‘Thriller 40’, a double CD set featuring a remastered version of the original plus demos and rarities.
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