Michael Jackson Biopic: Hype & Controversy

0:00It's March 26th. This is Entertainment and Celebrity News today, powered by AI, your front row to the latest buzz. I'm Corey with the story. The new biopic Michael dives into the early days of Michael Jackson's career and his drive to become a global superstar. Directed by Antoine Fuqua, the film hits theaters on April 24th and stars Jackson's own nephew, Jafar Jackson, in the lead role. The movie covers key moments from his solo star and off stage life, with a strong cast playing his family. Coleman Domingo takes on the part of father and manager Joe Jackson while Nia Long portrays Mother Catherine Jackson. Other actors fill out the Jackson siblings, including roles for Dermain, Marlin, Tito, and Jackie, both young and older versions. Cast members have praised Jafar's performance, noting how he captures not just the moves, but the deeper reasons behind them. His strong excitement from fans eager for a fresh look at the pop icons' creative side, but the film has stirred some backlash too.

1:01Filmmaker Dan Reed, behind the leaving Neverland documentary, called the script a whitewash that ignores serious allegations from Jackson's past. Meanwhile, the project faces a legal fight from Jackson himself against the estate executors producing it, with Miles Teller playing one of them. As opening day nears, Michael promises a close-up on the King of Pops beginnings, sparking both hype and debate among viewers.