\Michael jackson's This is it Box office report and earnings. The Michael Jackson concert documentary This Is It earned $20.1m (£12.1m) at worldwide box offices in its first day, the studio that made the film has said.The movie, which is based on rehearsal footage for the star's ill-fated comeback shows, was premiered around the world on Tuesday. Steve Elzer from Sony Pictures said the movie is a "reaffirmation of the global appeal ofMichael Jackson". The film made $7.4m (£4,4m) in the US and $2m (£1.2m) in the UK. Oscar nomination"The studio believes that the worldwide launch, with very strong performance across North America, Europe, Latin America and Asia, represents an amazing beginning forthe film ," Mr Elzer said in a statement. He has also revealed that the studio will submit the movie to the Academy Awards for consideration this year in the best picture category. To be a contender for Oscar shortlisting,the film must complete a seven-day run in Los Angeles County and film-makers would need to "submit the proper paperwork," Academy spokeswoman Leslie Unger said. Director Kenny Ortega said the late star "deserves" to win an Oscar.
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Michael jackson's This is it Box office report and earnings
Michael jackson's This is it Box office report and earnings
\Michael jackson's This is it Box office report and earnings. The Michael Jackson concert documentary This Is It earned $20.1m (£12.1m) at worldwide box offices in its first day, the studio that made the film has said.The movie, which is based on rehearsal footage for the star's ill-fated comeback shows, was premiered around the world on Tuesday. Steve Elzer from Sony Pictures said the movie is a "reaffirmation of the global appeal ofMichael Jackson". The film made $7.4m (£4,4m) in the US and $2m (£1.2m) in the UK. Oscar nomination"The studio believes that the worldwide launch, with very strong performance across North America, Europe, Latin America and Asia, represents an amazing beginning forthe film ," Mr Elzer said in a statement. He has also revealed that the studio will submit the movie to the Academy Awards for consideration this year in the best picture category. To be a contender for Oscar shortlisting,the film must complete a seven-day run in Los Angeles County and film-makers would need to "submit the proper paperwork," Academy spokeswoman Leslie Unger said. Director Kenny Ortega said the late star "deserves" to win an Oscar.