Review of Michael Jackson's Journey from Motown to Off the Wall (2016) by Kevin C — 26 Mar 2016

Nice rock doc by Spike Lee covering MJ at the height of his powers.

This review of Michael Jackson's Journey from Motown to Off the Wall (2016) was written by Kevin C on 26 March 2016.

Michael Jackson's Journey from Motown to Off the Wall has generally received positive reviews.

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By Ian W (1,171) on 22 Feb 2016

A great documentary on one of the best pop albums in history. Spike Lee shows us and reminds me how much of a genius Michael Jackson was…

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By Emma Jones (5) for Independent (UK) (2,026) on 28 Jan 2016

This is mainly a doc of talking heads, but when they have the faces of Stevie Wonder, Pharrell Williams, producers Mark Ronson and Rodney…

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By Cody C (666) on 11 Feb 2016

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By Lewis E (436) on 30 Mar 2016

Think hardcore MJ fans (which should be all of you) will never get tired of seeing the best that ever did it do what he does best…

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By Joey Nolfi (24) for Entertainment Weekly (6,953) on 02 Mar 2016

Lee’s documentary is, ultimately, enjoyably nostalgic, but says little more than what we already know…

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By Owen Gleiberman (3,271) for BBC.com (1,500) on 28 Jan 2016

Lee’s film takes a deep dive into the music, and it succeeds in making that aural nostalgia exhilarating…

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By Matthew S (2,399) on 21 Jul 2016

Very insightful and a true entertaining documentary of pre-thriller, great…

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By Robert Lloyd (25) for Los Angeles Times (12,977) on 22 Jun 2020

Lee keeps his celebration smart and not soppy. He gets you excited, makes you feel the moment, see what was new in it, why it mattered…

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By Keith O (202) on 08 Feb 2016

Spike killed this one. Lots of info for, great interviews. The narrative moves quick too. Loved it…

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By Naneeka T (44) on 01 Mar 2016

After all these years, Off the Wall still holds up. Classic album…

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