Michael Jackson didn’t just dominate the charts—he redefined the music video and took it to the big screen with
Moonwalker.
On this episode of Close Watch with Robert Yaniz Jr., we take a deep dive into Michael Jackson’s 1988 film. Part music video anthology, part retrospective, and part sci-fi parable,
Moonwalker also serves as a quintessential (and often overlooked) piece of Michael Jackson’s visionary career.
Joining this discussion is Russ Robinson of
Infectious Groove, which itself focuses on music and the artists who shaped it. Together, we discuss how
Moonwalker serves as a time capsule of Jackson’s career at the height of his power, what the film reveals about his artistry and legacy, and how it continues to fascinate fans.
Of course, we couldn’t talk about
Moonwalker without celebrating the King of Pop’s legendary music videos! We each rank our top six Michael Jackson music videos. But will any of the tunes from
Moonwalker make the cut, and is the film truly an underrated gem? Grab your fedora, hit play, and let’s find out!
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