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The video features a chimpanzee, referencing Jackson's pet Bubbles , and specific lighting cues that mirror the original 1988 Smooth Criminal short film. Michael Jackson’s Approval

A young boy (played by Bobby Edner ) dancing on the sidewalk while wearing a surgical mask—a nod to Jackson’s public appearances. Alien Ant Farm - Smooth Criminal (Official Music Video)

youtube.com/watch?v=xFtLj_hKbc8">anti-gravity lean in the video? The video features a chimpanzee, referencing Jackson's pet

Directed by Marc Klasfeld , the video is set in a "dirty little backyard" environment in San Fernando, California. The band performs the track while standing in a , surrounded by a crowd of fans in a suburban neighborhood. A Love Letter to MJ Directed by Marc Klasfeld , the video is

The "story" of the video is less of a linear narrative and more of a series of visual tributes to Michael Jackson's career. Key references include:

The music video for cover of Smooth Criminal is a high-energy, tongue-in-cheek homage to Michael Jackson , blending the band's nu-metal style with iconic pop culture imagery. Setting the Scene

Watch the official music video to see how Alien Ant Farm masterfully blends heavy riffs with classic pop choreography: Alien Ant Farm - Smooth Criminal (Official Music Video) AlienAntFarmVEVO YouTube• Oct 7, 2009