Michael Jackson biopic turns up the music and mutes the controversy. What's wrong with that?

Antoine Fuqua's Michael is a surface-level replay of the iconic King of Pop's life. Audiences get toe-tapping entertainment value and an impressive impersonation by nephew Jaafar Jackson at the expense of virtually any investigation into the mind and motivations of the eponymous star.

A potential 'Michael' sequel could explore Michael Jackson's child sexual-abuse allegations, Lionsgate head says

Jaafar Jackson as Michael Jackson in "Michael." Glen Wilson/Lionsgate Lionsgate chairman Adam Fogelson said it's important to tell Michael Jackson's story authentically. He said he would support a "Michael" sequel that examines Jackson's child sexual-abuse allegations. "Michael" originally dramatized allegations from 13-year-old Jordan Chandler, but the storyline was cut. Though "Michael" doesn't examine the darker chapters of Michael Jackson's life, that doesn't mean a potential sequel won...

Michael Jackson’s Classic Returns As He Nearly Dominates The Albums Chart - Forbes

Michael Jackson’s Classic Returns As He Nearly Dominates The Albums Chart  Forbes

‘Michael’ Kicks Off With Strong $18.5 Million at International Box Office

“Michael” is starting strong at international box office, generating $18.5 million on opening day. Those ticket sales include $16.6 million on Wednesday and $1.9 million in Tuesday’s previews. Lionsgate’s musical biopic about the rise of Michael Jackson debuts in North America and 82 overseas markets on Friday. Through the weekend, “Michael” is poised to dominate […]

By Rebecca Rubin

Michael movie review: Michael Jackson biopic never takes a peek at the dark side

By Shalini Langer

How ‘Michael’ Filmmakers Blended The King of Pop’s Singing Voice with Jaafar Jackson’s

Yes, Jaafar Jackson sings in the movie, but audiences also hear Michael Jackson throughout most of the musical numbers. Oscar-winning Music supervisor John Warhurst reveals how it all worked.

By Ethan Millman

Thriller Nights: ‘Michael’ Dancing To $12.5M+ In Previews, Rotten Tomatoes Audience Score At 96% – Box Office Update

EXCLUSIVE: The walk-up business for Lionsgate’s Michael Jackson biopic, Michael, is doing significantly more than just easing down the road. Combined previews from yesterday’s Imax/PLF fan 6PM showtimes as well as showtimes which began today at 12noon are between $12.5M-$13.5M per sources, which is easily the best ever for a musical biopic (Straight Outta Compton‘s […]

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Why Diana Ross Isn’t a Bigger Part of ‘Michael’

Actress Kat Graham, who played the Supremes leader, says "legal considerations affected a few scenes, including the ones I filmed"

By Kory Grow

Here’s Why Kat Graham’s Scenes as Diana Ross Were Cut From Michael Jackson Biopic

The actress explains why her scenes are no longer in the buzzy Michael film.

By Kyle-Brandon Denis

‘Michael’ plays the hits but avoids the hard questions

The long-awaited ‘Michael’ biopic dazzles with iconic recreations and a star-making performance but struggles to uncover the man behind the legend

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Every song on the ‘Michael’ soundtrack

The biopic has been made in collaboration with the Jackson estate so is bursting with the King of Pop's biggest songs The post Every song on the ‘Michael’ soundtrack appeared first on NME.

By Max Pilley

Everything Michael Jackson's Family Has Said About the Michael Movie

Family and fans who wanted a music-forward film about Michael Jackson's thrilling rise to global fame that didn't delve into—or even mention—the scandals that shadow his legacy ultimately got the...

Michael Ending Explained: Why The Biopic Ends When It Does (And How It Sets Up The Pop Star's Future)

Michael is largely a celebration of Michael Jackson, showcasing his art and deconstructing his need for a good father while avoiding thornier issues.

By Brandon Zachary

Michael Jackson's children have reportedly been receiving $4 million a year since their father's death. - seneweb.com

Michael Jackson's children have reportedly been receiving $4 million a year since their father's death.  seneweb.com