Thriller
Thriller

Movie spotlight

Thriller

Movie
27 min
French

JB and Vincent, two close friends, are invited to their friend Clara's party. Good thing : Léonie, Vincent secret crush, is there too. Bad thing : In Clara's neighbourhood, there was apparently murders and disparitions. But would you let fear take over love ?

Insights

IMDb8.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes97%
Google Users96%
Director: John LandisGenres: Short, Horror, Music

Plot Summary

Michael Jackson's iconic music video for "Thriller" is a 14-minute short film that blends horror and musical elements. It begins with Jackson and his girlfriend leaving a movie theater after watching a horror film, where they discuss their fears. As they walk home, the mood shifts dramatically when Jackson transforms into a werewolf, and later, a horde of zombies rises from their graves to dance with him.

Critical Reception

The "Thriller" music video is widely considered a groundbreaking masterpiece that revolutionized the music video medium. Its cinematic quality, elaborate choreography, and narrative structure earned it widespread critical acclaim and immense popular success, solidifying Michael Jackson's status as a global pop icon. It is frequently cited as one of the greatest music videos of all time.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its innovative storytelling and cinematic ambition.

  • Celebrated for its groundbreaking choreography and genre-blending.

  • Recognized as a cultural phenomenon that redefined music videos.

Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly loved the "Thriller" video for its stunning visuals, memorable dance sequences, and the legendary performance by Michael Jackson, often calling it a masterpiece and a classic.

Awards & Accolades

Inducted into the Music Video Producers Hall of Fame; Ranked #1 on VH1's list of the 100 Greatest Music Videos.

Fun Fact

Vincent Price's iconic spoken-word part in the song was recorded in just two takes, despite Price being ill at the time.

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