‘Michael’ Raises A Good Question About What We Expect From Celebrity Biopics
The film’s first teaser celebrates the King of Pop’s iconic career, but will it show the full story of his life? This article features content from HuffPost’s weekly culture and entertainment newsletter, The Culture Catchall.
Audiences have never been more eager to watch a real-life story they already know well, especially die-hard Michael Jackson fans. Yet that did not stop excitement when Lionsgate released the first teaser for the King of Pop’s highly anticipated biopic.
Teaser Highlights
The one-minute trailer stars Jackson’s nephew, Jaafar Jackson (son of Jermaine Jackson), fully transformed into the legendary artist with all his glamour. It showcases his iconic sequined outfits, signature dance moves, and famous album eras like Off the Wall, Thriller, and Bad.
The movie appears to recreate key moments of Jackson’s career with careful detail.
Cast Featured in the Trailer
- Kendrick Sampson as Quincy Jones
- Colman Domingo as Joe Jackson
- Nia Long as Katherine Jackson
- Miles Teller as Jackson’s lawyer, John Branca
“Many fans online were rather impressed with the first look at the Antoine Fuqua-directed film, especially its attention to detail.”
Overall, the teaser hints at a respectful homage to Michael Jackson’s legacy, focusing on his career milestones and family.
Author’s summary: The upcoming “Michael” biopic teaser excites fans with a detailed tribute to Jackson’s career, raising questions about how exhaustively it will portray his life beyond the spotlight.