Even after death, Michael Jackson has made history for having the first music video placed into the Library of Congress this week(www.loc.gov/today/pr/2009/09-250.html).
Thriller became a preserved piece of art alongside other films that have been considered culturally, historically or aesthetically significant. On Wednesday it was chosen to be one out of 25 films chosen by the librarian of Congress, James H. Billington.
"By preserving the nation’s films, we safeguard a significant element of our cultural patrimony and history," Billington said.
Thriller, directed and co-written by John Landis, caused such a buzz that it was also released in 35mm film. The Library of Congress gives it credit for revolutionizing the music industry with its lavish and expensive production.
"This video was not just a music video it was considered a short film. It provided a storyline which allowed the writer to express his interpretation of the song," said long time fan, Sara Marcus, who remembers the moment the video was premiered on cable TV.
Other films registered include 1979’s “The Muppet Movie” and 1957’s sci-fi classic, "The Incredible Shrinking Man."
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