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Michael Jackson Biopic Faces Criticism for Avoiding Abuse Allegations
The new Michael Jackson biopic, "Michael," has drawn widespread criticism from reviewers for largely omitting or downplaying the numerous child sexual abuse allegations against the late pop star. Critics have rated the film poorly, citing its perceived whitewashing of controversial aspects of Jackson's life.
22 Apr, 00:41 — 22 Apr, 06:35
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indian-expressMostly Factual3h ago
‘Really, really bad’: Michael Jackson’s biopic crushed by critics, receives 35% rating on Rotten Tomatoes
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Who’s Bad? Not Michael Jackson in new big-budget biopic - The Straits Times
Who’s Bad? Not Michael Jackson in new big-budget biopic The Straits Times
Read full article →hollywood-reporterMostly Factual9h ago
‘Michael’: What Critics Are Saying About the King of Pop’s Biopic
The film, led by the superstar's nephew, Jaafar Jackson, is dancing into theaters on Friday.
By Lexi Carson
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Michael review - everything that’s wrong with the music biopic - The Observer
Michael review - everything that’s wrong with the music biopic The Observer
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First report: forbes · 21 Apr, 13:57|Full coverage: 13 · 19h|Window: 19h
