A brand new documentary showcasing the King of Pop’s final photo shoots is set to be released in the U.S. at some stage before February 2014; and possibly even earlier on the international market.
“‘Michael: The Last Photo Shoots’ is a fascinating behind the scenes look at Michael Jackson’s last magazine cover photo shoots and the struggle to make them happen,” says the Noval Williams Films press release.
“It is a unique story told through the eyes of several of Michael’s closest friends, photographers and stylists that had helped Michael prepare for his planned comeback.”
The photo shoots took place in New York in September 2007 – one for L’Uomo Vogue; the other for Ebony/Jet magazine.
“Michael wanted to be photographed in an artistic setting and the Brooklyn Museum gladly accommodated us all,” tells Harriette Cole – Ebony/Jet magazine’s editor in chief. “We shot in the midst of ancient and contemporary history, and it was powerful to be in that space.”
“We worked with celebrity fashion stylist Phillip Bloch to develop concepts for wardrobe and then he and his team went shopping. We really wanted him to look elegant and timeless on the cover. We found a number of looks that would achieve that and presented them to Michael. He ultimately chose what he would be happy to wear, which turned out to be far more outfits than we had time to shoot.”
“Michael Jackson was the perfect fit for everything we put on him,” added Cole. “He’s got the body that any woman or man would die for! At 49 years old, he’s got a slim dancer’s body … It was a lot of fun to work with someone who looks great in clothes, who knows how to move his body and who understands the camera. It was magic!”
‘Michael: The Last Photo Shoots’ delves deep into the archives of never-before-seen footage of Jackson having his make-up done, interacting with the crew, striking poses and even dancing on set.
“For a man nearly 50, he was still incredibly limber,” said Ebony/Jet Magazine’s Bryan Monroe of Jackson. “He showed of a few of his classic moves during the photo shoot – the leg twist/kick move in particular … He’s still got it.”
“What I loved the most about working with Michael Jackson is how kind he was to everyone,” recalls Cole. “He was gracious to the elevator operator, the guard and the executives in the museum. He made sure to thank each person who was in ear shot when the shoot was over. He was generous and kind. Did some people feel intimidated by him? I don’t know if that’s the right word. More, I think some people were mesmerized. Some were pinching themselves wondering if they actually were in the presence of the King of Pop.”
UPDATE: I received the following statement from Craig Williams – writer and director of ‘Michael: The Last Photo Shoots’:
“As for the release; we expect the US initial TV broadcast to be before February 2014. As for foreign territories, it could be released sooner as we are already entertaining offers. As for pay-per-view and DVD; Since we are producing a series of 3 positive and informative documentaries (at least), it would make most sense for us to do a DVD release once we have finished the 3rd in the first quarter of 2014”
Watch the previews of ‘Michael: The Last Photo Shoots’ below or visit the official website here.
Seeing this made it feel like he still was alive and doing photoshoots. :’)
I….LOVE….THIS…..!!!!!!!
I can’t wait to see this. Really looking forward to it.
Thanks
Handsome like ever!!!
j ai adore son film il est formidable il restera un grand artiste pour toujour.
He was elegant and hot! And he had a heart of gold! He exudes perfection.
Dear god help me this man is the most beautiful man to ever grace this earth, he is sexy as hell my god did I mention he’s beautiful I love you MJ can’t wait for this to come out.
Cant wait for this ..He looked amazing in this shoot.
Not surprised at all to hear how kind he was to everyone..He was and remains all class.
Michael looks smooth in black
I CANT WAIT FOR THIS AND THE NEW ALBUM!!!!
Truly, this is the best bet the estate has given permission for in the history of ever. The scenes in this dacumentary are so raw, so beautiful, shot with such an ease, i couldn’t help but smile like a donkey all the time lol!! Amazing movies they will be, definitely can’t wait.
Love seeing any documentary celebrating MJ working in any art form. Looking forward to this one!
he always has that beautiful smile beautiful in everyway I just love him and yes he is sexy
Damien, there are 3 new documentaries about MJ photo shoots? 3?! wow
I love this guy has too much class, he has a charisma crazy, bravo michael you are the best, the greatest, God Bless you and LOVE
For delight of the fans and general happiness for all those with good heart, the KIng lives!
I’m not afraid to say that God, in his mysterious and infinite goodness, gave to Michael a way to continue his humanitarian work, transformer and good examples, but took he out of the hands of those who hurted him so much and threw his love in the trash.
While they can no longer reach and hurt him, his fans, that love him very much, continue to receive himself as a gift through your endless work. Long live the King!
You did it again, Damien. More info than anyone else.
What a graceful, gracious, gorgeous, gorgeous man Michael was. And so genuine (love how he says “hello”. The world has never been the same without him. I can’t wait to see a positive and UPLIFTING documentary that honors him.
WOW!!! The most beautiful,angelic man that ever walked on earth…King Michael for sure..cant wait to see the full photo shoots of Michael..hes gorgeous..I love him and miss him sooo much..No One can ever compare to him..no one..
Hey Damien, could you please contact the Producers of the movie, and ask them what happaned to the project? Originally it was supposed to be finished at the end of February, and an brazilian TV-Channel wanted to show the Documentary on June 25th. I couldn’t contact them over the official website because i only got error-mails, and now if i want to view the site, it isn’t available anymore. Could you ask them if the Project was cancelled? – Thanks.
Any word on this documentary ever coming out? This would be a great MJ dvd to own!