‘Michael’ Raises A Good Question About What We Expect From Celebrity Biopics
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The film’s first teaser glorifies the King of Pop’s legendary career, but will it paint a complete picture of his life?
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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. Still, that didn’t stop folks from erupting with utter excitement this week when Lionsgate finally unleashed the first teaser footage from the King of Pop’s long-awaited biopic.
The minute-long trailer for “Michael” stars Jackson’s nephew, Jaafar Jackson (son of Jermaine Jackson), completely transformed as the icon in all his glitz and glory. From his iconic sequined wardrobe to his signature choreography to his legendary album eras (“Off the Wall,” “Thriller,” “Bad”), the movie, from what we can tell so far, appears to recreate all the pivotal moments of Jackson’s career.
Seen also in the trailer are Kendrick Sampson playing the late great Quincy Jones, Colman Domingo as Joe Jackson, Nia Long as Katherine Jackson and Miles Teller as Jackson’s attorney, John Branca.
Many fans online were rather impressed with the first look at the Antoine Fuqua-directed film, especially its attention to detail.
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"I refuse to acknowledge that these people have died in vain," the pop star wrote on Instagram.
The reality star also revealed how she became "more intentional" before welcoming her daughter, Penelope.
“I just really hope people realize not the effect you had on me because I spent years of my life body shaming myself, over-exercising, trying to make myself fit a certain mold.”
It would've sent chills down your spine.