Critic's Notebook

“Thriller” Around the World

Michael Jackson, even after his loss of popularity in the U.S., continues to be an international icon. His music captured huge audiences around the world, especially during his glory days. Jackson also has lots of impersonators, including an entire Filipino prison full of inmates who choreographed their own version of...
By Tovin LapanNovember 6, 2007
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Michael Jackson, even after his loss of popularity in the U.S., continues to be an international icon. His music captured huge audiences around the world, especially during his glory days. Jackson also has lots of impersonators, including an entire Filipino prison full of inmates who choreographed their own version of the video for “Thriller.” — Tovin Lapan

Also, don’t miss this more faithful rendition of the video from India.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LbvP7dT3Dx0

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Tovin Lapan

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