How Did We End Up With Michael?

"The biopic, directed by Antoine Fuqua, was reportedly meant to open in 1993 and circle around the investigation into the allegations of child molestation against the King of Pop as a major plot point."

"Michael's final cut screeches to a halt in 1988, just as the star has broken out from his family and reached a new zenith as a solo performer."

"The culture may be practiced now in separating the artist from their art, but Michael makes a bleaker proposition: However problematic, our legends are merely IP to be maintained and ironed out and updated as we see fit."

"Music biopics usually exist somewhere on a spectrum between nonfiction and total fiction, especially when the subject's estate is involved."

The biopic 'Michael', directed by Antoine Fuqua, avoids addressing the child molestation allegations against Michael Jackson, focusing instead on his career up to 1988. The film stars Jaafar Jackson, who portrays his uncle convincingly despite the film's significant omissions. Critics note the film's relationship with truth is questionable, as it appears to prioritize brand rehabilitation over an honest portrayal. The production faced challenges, and the absence of controversial topics raises concerns about the integrity of music biopics, especially when influenced by the subject's estate.

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