I've never bought a Michael Jackson DVD before, though I've always been a huge fan of his "short films". The Number Ones CD is a superb compilation so I had no hesitation in picking up this DVD - obviously, I was hoping for full versions of the BAD, Thriller and Smooth Criminal videos, the latter being my absolute favourite.
Well, you get the full version of Thriller, but that is it really. The original Smooth Criminal isn't even on there - instead we get some blurry sped up montage from the Moonwalker film. Absolutely gutted.
To make matters worse, the picture quality is poor - most videos are grainy and aren't even rendered in full 16:9. Apparently, there are 3 videos on here that are exclusive, but that is scant consolation for me. From the sound of things, HIStory vols 1 & 2 are all that you need if you want to own the late, great Michael Jackson's videos so I guess I'm just going to have to wait 4 weeks or so before I can get a copy!!