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Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon (2011)

Not Rated | | Documentary, Music | 2 November 2011 (UK)
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Featuring never before seen footage and exclusive interviews with Michael's mother Katherine and siblings Tito and Rebbie, producer David Gest presents a feature length, definitive portrait of his best friend Michael Jackson.

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Andrew Eastel

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Cast

Credited cast:
David Gest ... Himself
Katherine Jackson ... Herself
Tito Jackson ... Himself
Rebbie Jackson Rebbie Jackson ... Herself
Rest of cast listed alphabetically:
Ron Alexenburg Ron Alexenburg ... Himself
Paul Anka ... Himself
Ashford Ashford ... Himself
Don Black Don Black ... Himself
Peabo Bryson ... Himself
Frank Cascio Frank Cascio ... Himself
Petula Clark ... Herself
Frank DiLeo Frank DiLeo ... Himself
Lamont Dozier ... Himself
Dennis Edwards ... Himself
Abdul 'Duke' Fakir Abdul 'Duke' Fakir ... Himself
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Featuring never before seen footage and exclusive interviews with Michael's mother Katherine and siblings Tito and Rebbie Jackson covering all the highs and also the lows in the King of Pop's extraordinary life story uniquely told by those who knew him best. Producer David Gest presents a feature length, definitive portrait of his best friend Michael Jackson. Written by Anonymous

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pop singer | singer | false accusation | icon | pop star | See All (6) »

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Documentary | Music

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Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

2 November 2011 (UK) See more »

Also Known As:

Michael Jackson: A Vida de Um Ícone See more »

Filming Locations:

Los Angeles, California, USA

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Production Co:

David Gest Productions See more »
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Sound Mix:

Stereo

Color:

Color (HDV 1080i50)

Aspect Ratio:

1.78 : 1
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Soundtracks

Papa Was a Rollin' Stone
written by Norman Whitfield (as Norman J Whitfield), Barrett Strong
courtesy of Stone Diamond Music Corp
performed by The Temptations
courtesy of Motown Records
under license from Universal Music Enterprises
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really good and informative
3 March 2019 | by milantv – See all my reviews

I never knew these facts. its really sad what he went through. those who falsely accused him should be ashamed of themselves. RIP Michael Jackson. I give this the highest score possible. Just incredible sad story. the world truly did not deserve him
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