‘Michael’ Raises a Good Question About Celebrity Biopics
The film’s first teaser celebrates the King of Pop’s legendary career, but will it reveal the full story of his life? This article draws on HuffPost’s culture and entertainment newsletter, The Culture Catchall.
Audiences have never been more eager to watch a true story they already know well, especially Michael Jackson fans. Despite this familiarity, excitement erupted online when Lionsgate released the first teaser for the long-awaited biopic “Michael.”
The minute-long trailer features Jackson’s nephew, Jaafar Jackson (son of Jermaine Jackson), transformed into the iconic star in his dazzling sequined costumes and signature choreography. The film seems to authentically recreate key moments from Jackson’s career, including his famous album eras: Off the Wall, Thriller, Bad.
- Kendrick Sampson stars as Quincy Jones
- Colman Domingo plays Joe Jackson
- Nia Long portrays Katherine Jackson
- Miles Teller appears as John Branca, Jackson’s attorney
Many fans admired the film’s detailed approach and the craftsmanship behind the Antoine Fuqua-directed project.
“Never have audiences been so eager to watch a real-life story we’re already all too familiar with, and maybe even know by heart if you’re a die-hard Michael Jackson fan.”
“The movie, from what we can tell so far, appears to recreate all the pivotal moments of Jackson’s career.”
Overall, the teaser promises a vivid tribute to Michael Jackson’s influence and artistry, though the question remains if it will capture the complexity of his full story.
Author’s summary: The teaser for "Michael" excites fans by vividly recreating key moments of Jackson’s career, raising hopes for a nuanced and complete portrayal of the legend.