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Actors Defend Michael Jackson Biopic's Scope
24 Apr
Summary
- Actors Colman Domingo and Nia Long defend the biopic 'Michael'.
- The film covers Michael Jackson's life from the 1960s to 1988.
- Sequel possibilities are teased to address later life events.
Actors Colman Domingo and Nia Long, portraying Joe and Katherine Jackson respectively, have responded to criticism that the new biopic 'Michael' whitewashes aspects of the singer's life.
The film, directed by Antoine Fuqua, has faced backlash for omitting the sexual abuse allegations that emerged in the latter part of Michael Jackson's life. Domingo clarified that the movie's timeline spans from the 1960s to 1988, predating the initial allegations which surfaced around 2005. He emphasized the film's focus on the "makings of Michael" and his journey to find his artistic voice.
Long added that the narrative is told "through his eyes." The actors also teased the possibility of a sequel that might delve into later events. The current film concludes five years before Jackson faced accusations in 1993. Reports indicate that footage referencing the allegations was removed during post-production due to a clause in a settlement agreement with the estate of Jordan Chandler, a minor involved in the accusations, which prohibited depiction or mention of Chandler.
