Reconstructing Michael Jackson - Close Readings of pop-works

Stranger in a Strange Land

Where there is no exaggeration there is no love, and where there is no love there is no understanding. It is only about things that do not interest one, that one can give a really unbiased opinion; and this is no doubt the reason why an unbiased opinion is always valueless.

							Oscar Wilde

This is a collection of critical analysis of Michael Jackson's cultural productions. We'll dig into the possible meanings of performances, song lyrics, video images, a white glove, perhaps, surgical masks, and lots more.

We will be accepting responses to the pieces presented here for publication on this site. We will not accept either hagiography nor smut. Only serious (ly enjoyable!) efforts will be considered.

DISCLAIMER: "The Neverland" should not be taken as any kind of editorial comment on Michael Jackson's personal conduct, whatever you believe it to be. I take no position here as to the notorious allegations. This site is interested in the meanings of some intriguing cultural artifacts - and nothing more or less than that.

[ The White Glove | Leave Me Alone | Billie Jean ]

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