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‘Rock With You’ Gets Upscaled
Michael’s iconic short film for “Rock With You” got a fresh update after being on YouTube for 15 years! In celebration of the upcoming audiophile vinyl and SACD release of the 1979 album “Off The Wall” this Friday (January 17th), the Estate of Michael Jackson and Sony Music have collaborated to upscale the three original short films from the album, “Rock With You,” “Don’t Stop ‘Til You Get Enough,” and “She’s Out Of My Life”.
They have carefully used the word upscale when describing these enhancements, as the updated videos are not true 4K. Due to the limitations of the original source material and the visual effects used in the original productions, achieving genuine 4K quality was not possible. Despite these challenges, the Estate and Sony Music carefully evaluated various technologies to select the best method for enhancing the visuals.
While the results may not meet 4K standards, the upscaling process has significantly improved the visual experience, offering fans a new way to enjoy these classic videos. The Estate and Sony Music hope viewers will appreciate the effort to breathe new life into these beloved short films after all this time.
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