Moonwalker (1988)
6/10
Maybe it's an art film...
23 May 2019
Warning: Spoilers
It's very unconventional. The first half is pretty much a commemoration Of Michael Jackson as an artist while the second half are simply music video/short films and they're pretty good. They don't always make sense but they're still enjoyable. The first short is a parody of "Bad" called "Badder" which has kids reenacting the aforementioned music video. I think it's funny.

It then argues into the next music video called "Speed Demon" And it's cool(and a little creepy) to see most of the video clay-mated. Michael disguises himself as a rabbit to escape overzealous fans wanting his autograph. Even the Noid makes a cameo. What follows next is a cool chase scene while the song plays. After he gets to a safe distance he then has a dance off with costume who's name is Spike. That's always nice.

The highlight of this movie is the final short "Smooth Criminal" and what's interesting to note is that it has a young Sean Lennon as one the kids who act alongside Michael. The premise is basically Michael saving his young friends while also trying to avoid a drug-dealing kingpin who wants his head named Mr. Big(Joe Pesci). This leads to the iconic club dance scene where they perform the iconic anti-gravity lean. There's not much to say other than it's interesting to watch. It's basically fan service as well as a compilation of his music videos. What's interesting to note is that aside from choosing the name Michael had nothing to do with the making of the movie. I think this movie's only for MJ fans or people who like art films, everyone else will be scratching their heads.
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