"Michael", a biopic about Michael Jackson, is officially happening.

[someplace_else]

Whenever this comes out, I hope its not overshadowed by the handling of the allegations

Michael was the biggest superstar on the planet, that should be the focus of a Michael Jackson biopic

Same...I know the allegations were made and they have to put it in there but there are so many other things you could focus on and I hope they will do that... can't even read the word "allegation" no more, it will never end

 

[etoile 37]

they probably got scared and asked them to not put that much focus on the allegations bc according to what was said, the 93 case was a huge part of the movie, it starts with the 93 case being the first part and the whole 3rd act is about the 93 case, so lionsgate most likely told them to calm it down

The part in bold came from Dan Reed. Do we just blindly trust Dan Reed on that? I know I don't... Of course he would want the allegations to be the main focus of the biopic, but why would they be? The allegations might have been the most important thing that ever happened in Evan Chandler's life, but they were not the main thing in the King of Pop's life, Michael had a lot more going on.

 

[CodaBroda]

Same...I know the allegations were made and they have to put it in there but there are so many other things you could focus on and I hope they will do that... can't even read the word "allegation" no more, it will never end

The general public sees Michael as a top-class entertainer who was very troubled at best, a monster at worst. That’s why it’s critical and at the forefront of fans; this is the biggest opportunity to disperse the truth, to finally unlink the allegations from his name, for it to finally end. Michael was the victim, and ultimately a resilient survivor.

We as fans know Michael was one of the most positive souls (from his friends and those who worked with him); it’s time the public finally learns the same and it’s no longer a hidden secret.

 

[xscape guy 2003]

I was very lucky to of been around for most of the tours, went to the world music awards etc but I want to see Jaafar portray the real Michael, the shy when around strangers, the fun loving around family and friends and the shrewd when in business. Kind of how Rami did with Freddie. I want this to remind why Michael was the best and that there will never ever be another Michael Jackson King of Pop!

 

[Fuzball]

Whenever this comes out, I hope its not overshadowed by the handling of the allegations

Michael was the biggest superstar on the planet, that should be the focus of a Michael Jackson biopic

I don't think so, it'll focus largely on the allegations.

My only concern is they might reduce Michael to a performing artist only, ignoring his unique work ethic and his songwriting/composing skills.

 

[someplace_else]

The general public sees Michael as a top-class entertainer who was very troubled at best, a monster at worst. That’s why it’s critical and at the forefront of fans; this is the biggest opportunity to disperse the truth, to finally unlink the allegations from his name, for it to finally end. Michael was the victim, and ultimately a resilient survivor.

We as fans know Michael was one of the most positive souls (from his friends and those who worked with him); it’s time the public finally learns the same and it’s no longer a hidden secret.

I hope so, but my guess is, people want to believe what they want to believe and a movie won't change that. But I hope you are right and some people might change their minds...just wish it's not overshadowing other topics in the film.

 

[SmoothGangsta]

Yeah it won't mainly focus on the allegations imo. A lot to cover in this movie that isn't the allegations and they are not making a documentary on that.

What they do cover of it needs to be done well though. If it is just glossed over then it will be noticed.

 

[dam2040]

The only thing we know to be 100% true is that people have seen a teaser and were blown away. That was as filming was wrapping up.

Now they've had even more time to perfect it etc I'm expecting to be blown away when the teaser/trailer drops. Everything else is just noise that's not worth attention imo.

I really hope they focus on songs like "Childhood". As MJ said himself, that is how best to understand him.

 

[zinniabooklover]

She isn't really saying anything but ... posting it anyway!

@APEntertainment

"At the premiere of Tyler Perry's "Duplicity," Kat Graham spoke about her role as Diana Ross in the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic."

https://twitter.com/x/status/1902410490959024508

 

[travis3000]

All you have to do is change the names of the accuser and his family in the biopic (like MJ did with DS song). Instead Of Jordan Chandler, he can now become Gordon Blander haha. This removes liability. You can still tell what happened, just under a different character. Not sure why it would be such a huge deal (if the re shoot story is real).

I have a feeling we will know for sure soon. Early October will be 6 months away in early April.

 

[CodaBroda]

I really hope they focus on songs like "Childhood". As MJ said himself, that is how best to understand him.

One thousand percent, great pull; that would be an incredible song to integrate into a Neverland montage or the like. Would be equally as powerful in showing his true innocence as the allegation/extortion scenes.

 

[dam2040]

One thousand percent, great pull; that would be an incredible song to integrate into a Neverland montage or the like. Would be equally as powerful in showing his true innocence as the allegation/extortion scenes.

It could be a really poignant ending. I really think the film shouldn't have a happy ending - I've always thought it should really lean into the triumph of how much of a miracle it was MJ was who he was and achieved what he did with what happened to him.

It's a tragedy, really. The 'happy go lucky' genius Moonwalker ending doesn't do any service to the story imo.

 

[Blues_Away2023]

One thousand percent, great pull; that would be an incredible song to integrate into a Neverland montage or the like. Would be equally as powerful in showing his true innocence as the allegation/extortion scenes.

My only request….no music , just Michael’s voice singing the song acapella.

 

[KING OF HISTORY]

All you have to do is change the names of the accuser and his family in the biopic (like MJ did with DS song). Instead Of Jordan Chandler, he can now become Gordon Blander haha. This removes liability. You can still tell what happened, just under a different character. Not sure why it would be such a huge deal (if the re shoot story is real).

You may very well be right.

But it's also possible the settlement had language barring certain details and aspects of the accusations from ever being depicted or described in any way in any medium.

We just have no way of knowing how strict certain aspects of the settlement were. The reshoots may be as simple as a name change, or it could be something more substantial.

 

[CodaBroda]

It could be a really poignant ending. I really think the film shouldn't have a happy ending - I've always thought it should really lean into the triumph of how much of a miracle it was MJ was who he was and achieved what he did with what happened to him.

It's a tragedy, really. The 'happy go lucky' genius Moonwalker ending doesn't do any service to the story imo.

You're cooking; I just got goosebumps imagining that as the final track. That's the sad truth; I think that's why fans can be so passionate for his defense: for a lot of his life, it was just not fair in the worst of ways. That would be the kind of scene that would have the theater quiet as the credits roll.

 

[Victorious]

I don't think the accusers were being portrayed with their real names in the first place.. It's probably some other part of the agreement being violated ( if it is factual in the first place)

 

[Victorious]

I really hope they focus on songs like "Childhood". As MJ said himself, that is how best to understand him.

Hmm 'Childhood' is already a story in itself, I think putting it in another story would be too much

 

[Victorious]

I also don't expect new music tbh, Hollywood movies are made for the general public and not for fans..
(Although I of course hope Fuqua did manage to squeeze something novel in)

 

[Renan_Antonio]

Don't forget that report about needing more budget for CGI on Michael's nose and face. Just like in Michael's life, the biopic will get thousands of fake news because its MJ. It sells.
What we can do is wait for official announcements and statements. Hopefully something soon...

 

[Mister_Jay_Tee]

My Exclusive Report says: The film will replace all drumming by Jonathan Moffet with newly recorded drumming by Miles Teller, with co assistance from J.K. Simmons.

The film will also forgo the original versions of the Thriller songs whenever possible, instead opting to use the Thriller 25 Anniversary Edition Remixes of Billie Jean, Beat It, P.Y.T, The Girl Is Mine, and Wanna Be Startin' Somethin with all original composers returning. Thank you Kanye.

 

[apple🍎]

I don't think Janet or Randy will be vital characters, I'm sure they will be characterized in the background or within shots, either very minimal dialogue or nothing at all, mainly just referencing them throughout the movie, this is mainly due to Janet/Randys feud with the estate, and also the biopic deciding to use Latoya as the main sister for Michael

Mmm. I wonder if Jack Gordon will be in as well. Or La Toya's story in general. But yeah, I don't think we'll see Janet but she has such a cool and sad story that could be told as well. Everyone in that family deserved a movie lol

 

[zinniabooklover]

My Exclusive Report says: The film will replace all drumming by Jonathan Moffet with newly recorded drumming by Miles Teller, with co assistance from J.K. Simmons.

The film will also forgo the original versions of the Thriller songs whenever possible, instead opting to use the Thriller 25 Anniversary Edition Remixes of Billie Jean, Beat It, P.Y.T, The Girl Is Mine, and Wanna Be Startin' Somethin with all original composers returning. Thank you Kanye.

So nothing from T40?

 

[dam2040]

Hmm 'Childhood' is already a story in itself, I think putting it in another story would be too much

Childhood is MJs story. I don't see how that doesn't work here.

 

[Mister_Jay_Tee]

So nothing from T40?

The film will have a silver glitter radiant taking up the majority of the screen, to simulate the 40th Anniversary Slip Cover. We are sure the fans will love it, and make sure to pay attention through the hole!

 

[NilsHolgersson]

It should really be a trilogy of three-hour films—there's that much to tell to do it justice.

 

[analogue]

Michael was the biggest superstar on the planet, that should be the focus of a Michael Jackson biopic

I disagree. The focus of the biopic should be to show Michael Jackson as a human being. People already know he was the biggest superstar on the planet.

 

[Victorious]

Childhood is MJs story. I don't see how that doesn't work here.

It could see it work at the end credits but he never performed the song live nor did it have a famous video (like Thriller, Beat It etc.) so it would go on top of existing dialogue, playing in the back..?
Another possibility is him singing the song while writing it, but that would be boring imo.
I dunno, maybe you are right, I don't really see it yet

 

[etoile 37]

Michael was the biggest superstar on the planet, that should be the focus of a Michael Jackson biopic

I disagree. The focus of the biopic should be to show Michael Jackson as a human being. People already know he was the biggest superstar on the planet.

You're both right actually, the biopic should be a perfect 50% biggest superstar on the planet, 50% Michael as a human being. Neither one of those aspects should be neglected and of course being the biggest superstar on the planet had a huge influence on who Michael was as a human being.

It could see it work at the end credits but he never performed the song live nor did it have a famous video (like Thriller, Beat It etc.) so it would go on top of existing dialogue, playing in the back..?
Another possibility is him singing the song while writing it, but that would be boring imo.
I dunno, maybe you are right, I don't really see it yet

They could play the song in the background after Michael bought Neverland, while they are showing the building of Neverland and showing Michael just being a big kid playing with children and adults at Neverland, like during a water gun fight for example, which would require no dialogue.

 

[Mister_Jay_Tee]

It could see it work at the end credits but he never performed the song live nor did it have a famous video (like Thriller, Beat It etc.) so it would go on top of existing dialogue, playing in the back..?
Another possibility is him singing the song while writing it, but that would be boring imo.
I dunno, maybe you are right, I don't really see it yet

It's montage music obviously.

 

[mjfan05]

The allegations were Evan Chandler's warts, not Michael's. Enjoying spending time with children is not a flaw, it's a weakness that makes you vulnerable to evil people, but not a "flaw".

Can't believe fans who take this line even after everything that happened to Michael. It's irrational, foolhardy in the extreme and dangerous. Michael literally took unrelated kids all around the world, broke up weak families cos he was rich. If these are not flaws, he certainly paid with his life for nothing.