Kenny Ortega will helm the upcoming live music film based on Michael Jackson’s final rehearsals for his 50-show run at London’s O2 Arena before his tragic death. “This Is It” will see a global two-week-only release beginning October 28th and is being endorsed by the Jackson family. [DeadlineHollywoodDaily]
American Idol’s Adam Lambert is set to record a track for Roland Emmerich’s upcoming apocalyptic film “2012” which, according to Queen guitarist Brian May is “truly sensational” and “obviously a number one smash.” Lambert also has a album due out in November when “2012” is due to hit theaters. You know what they say: any press is good press? [RockNRollDaily]
“Urgh! A Music War,” a British documentary featuring musical performances from artists such as Devo, Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, The Police and many more will finally receive a DVD release via Warner Archives. It follows the company’s release of around two dozen new titles every month including the likes of cult films and TV movies, praise Jesus when the vaults open. [A.V. Club]
The trailer for the brutally bad looking, upcoming excuse to team Kristen Bell and Josh Duhamel, “When In Rome,” clues us in on some details of the film’s soundtrack including a new song by Jason Mraz (“Kicking With You”), The Academy’s Is’ lame cover of Sweet’s “Fox On The Run,” and a Katy Perry collaboration with 3OH!3 (who??) called, “Starstrukk.” Yes, with two K’s and no C. Awesome, right? You’re super excited. [Trailer Addict]
