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fromPitchfork
5 hours ago
Independent films

What Critics Are Saying About Michael: "Like Being Frog-Marched Through a Wax Museum"

Independent films
fromVulture
15 hours ago

Michael Isn't a Movie - It's a Wax Museum

Conventional musical biopics endure due to audience preference for familiar narratives despite parodies like Walk Hard highlighting their clichés.
Film
fromwww.businessinsider.com
15 hours ago

How the cast of the Michael Jackson movie 'Michael' compares to the real-life people they play

Jaafar Jackson stars as Michael Jackson in the biopic 'Michael,' featuring a mix of familiar and new cast members.
Independent films
fromPitchfork
5 hours ago

What Critics Are Saying About Michael: "Like Being Frog-Marched Through a Wax Museum"

The Michael Jackson biopic faced production challenges and critical skepticism despite hopes of redeeming his legacy.
Independent films
fromSlate Magazine
7 hours ago

The Michael Jackson Movie Is a Train Wreck, Morally and Cinematically. It's Going to Be Huge.

Michael Jackson's life is too extreme for a conventional biopic, spanning a spectacular rise, eccentric celebrity, and a tragic fall from grace.
Independent films
fromThe New Yorker
8 hours ago

"Michael," Reviewed: A Sanitized Bio-Pic That's All Business

The movie 'Michael' omits allegations of child sexual abuse against Michael Jackson, focusing instead on his rise to stardom.
Independent films
fromwww.businessinsider.com
9 hours ago

A potential 'Michael' sequel could explore Michael Jackson's child sexual-abuse allegations, Lionsgate head says

The biopic 'Michael' focuses on Jackson's rise to fame, omitting darker aspects of his life, with a potential sequel hinted at for future exploration.
Independent films
fromVulture
15 hours ago

Michael Isn't a Movie - It's a Wax Museum

Conventional musical biopics endure due to audience preference for familiar narratives despite parodies like Walk Hard highlighting their clichés.
fromVulture
10 hours ago

Kat Graham's Diana Ross Was Cut From Michael

Kat Graham revealed that she played Queen of Motown Diana Ross in the Michael Jackson biopic, but certain legal considerations affected a few scenes, including the ones filmed with the incredible cast.
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Film
fromThe Independent
1 day ago

The Michael Jackson biopic is a ghoulish, soulless cash grab - review

Recent musician biopics prioritize fan service over storytelling, exemplified by the upcoming film 'Michael' about Michael Jackson.
NYC music
fromConsequence
2 days ago

Corey Feldman Performs "Smooth Criminal" with Alien Ant Farm, Shows Off His MJ Moves

Corey Feldman performed with Alien Ant Farm, showcasing his dance moves during their cover of Michael Jackson's 'Smooth Criminal'.
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Independent films
fromConsequence
2 days ago

Michael Director Antoine Fuqua Isn't Convinced by the Allegations Against Michael Jackson

Antoine Fuqua expresses skepticism about Michael Jackson's child molestation allegations and highlights potential double standards for Black artists.
Independent films
fromConsequence
2 days ago

Michael Director Antoine Fuqua Isn't Convinced by the Allegations Against Michael Jackson

Antoine Fuqua expresses skepticism about Michael Jackson's child molestation allegations and highlights potential double standards for Black artists.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Can a new biopic change your mind about Michael Jackson?

Michael Jackson faced allegations of child molestation, including a notable case involving Jordan Chandler, which he settled out of court for $25 million.
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Michael Jackson: An American Tragedy review a valiant attempt at balance

Michael Jackson's life embodies multiple tragedies, including personal loneliness, the impact of fame, and unresolved allegations of abuse.
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SF music
fromFuncheap
2 weeks ago

SF's Prince vs. Michael Jackson DJ Party (NoPa)

Celebrate the music of Michael Jackson and Prince every first Saturday at Madrone Art Bar with dance competitions and DJ sets.
SF music
fromFuncheap
2 weeks ago

SF's Prince vs. Michael Jackson DJ Party (NoPa)

Monthly event celebrates the music of Michael Jackson and Prince with dance competitions at Madrone Art Bar.
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

'I told Michael Jackson, Irish women need my cosmetic products more than you' - cosmetic surgeon says star pocketed items from his D4 clinic

Michael Jackson, during his visit to my clinic, took away between 20 and 30 high-value products, each costing up to €500. It was quite a sight.
Medicine
fromESPN.com
3 weeks ago

How Australia plans to use Irankunda & Co. to surprise Group D

Nestory Irankunda netted twice amid a four-goal, 17-minute explosion that saw his side run out 5-1 victors over Curacao, marking his first goal with a Jackson-inspired celebration.
Juventus
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fromBleacher Nation
2 months ago

Ranking the Top 10 Super Bowl Halftime Shows: MJ, Prince, and More - Bleacher Nation

Top 10 Super Bowl halftime shows ranked, highlighting iconic performances by Michael Jackson, The Rolling Stones, Shakira & Jennifer Lopez, Bruce Springsteen, and other major artists.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Michael Jackson: The Trial review these unheard recordings of the singer make for alarming listening

We've long seen how charming and generous [Jackson] could be, opined Jefferson. Now we've also seen how calculating, selfish and gripped by demons he was. Leaving Neverland remains the most effective resume of that apparent duality, and of how in the case of Wade Robson and James Safechuck their memories of the singer's dream-like ranch would take on an infernal quality.
Television
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Michael Jackson detailed his thoughts on children in previously unheard audio

As Michael Jackson saw it, children would become enamored with his personality as well as want to touch and hug him and sometimes it [got] me into trouble, the late US pop superstar says in previously unheard audio recordings contained in a new documentary. The UK's Wonderhood Studios included the recordings of Jackson voicing those thoughts for a new four-episode documentary series beginning on Wednesday that explores his acquittal on child sexual abuse charges after a 14-week criminal trial near Los Angeles in 2005.
Television
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

DOJ's Epstein Files Drop Shows Michael Jackson, Bill Clinton, and More

The DOJ released hundreds of thousands of Epstein-related documents, including photos of Bill Clinton and Michael Jackson, amid site search problems and notable redactions.
Music
fromwww.npr.org
5 months ago

Michael Jackson's music sets a new record on the pop charts

Michael Jackson scored Top 10 hits in six separate decades, with "Thriller" returning to No. 10 thanks to streaming-driven Halloween playlisting.
Music
fromwww.npr.org
5 months ago

Michael Jackson sets a record on the pop charts, thanks to spooky season

Streaming causes seasonal holiday songs to re-enter Billboard charts, driving Halloween and Christmas spikes and enabling recurring hits like Michael Jackson's 'Thriller'.
Music
fromOpen Culture
5 months ago

Celebrate Halloween with Michael Jackson's Horrifically Entertaining "Thriller" Music Video-and a Behind-the-Scenes Documentary

Michael Jackson's Thriller is the all-time best-selling album, driven significantly by its landmark John Landis-directed music video and ambitious single release strategy.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
6 months ago

Michael Jackson's Favorite Mexican Meal Was An Upscale Twist On A Takeout Classic - Tasting Table

Michael Jackson favored simple vegetarian-friendly spicy New Mexico red chile enchiladas—two corn tortillas with smoky chile sauce, cheese, avocado, and sour cream.
fromLos Angeles Times
6 months ago

Mariah Carey and Michael Jackson did a duet, she says, but the world has to wait to hear to it

"It's not in the vault, it's right there, but there is an issue with his estate," the singer told Andy Cohen recently on "Watch What Happens Live."
Music
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fromianVisits
6 months ago
Music

Up to a third off tickets to MJ The Musical

MJ the Musical, centered on Michael Jackson's 1992 Dangerous World Tour rehearsals, closes end of February with discounted tickets available for selected performances.
fromLoving New York
11 months ago
NYC music

MJ THE MUSICAL on Broadway: Tickets + Guide 2025

MJ The Musical offers a multi-generational celebration of Michael Jackson's life and music on Broadway.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
7 months ago

Michael Jackson Could Not Get Enough Of This Popular Fried Chicken Chain - Tasting Table

Michael Jackson frequently ate KFC, often the same meal: Original Recipe chicken breasts, mashed potatoes with gravy, biscuits with strawberry jelly, and spray butter.
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fromMedium
9 months ago

When one drops the hat: How real teams move without missing a beat

Live performances require perfect alignment of body, timing, and trust.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
9 months ago

Jordan Markus moon walks into Portland * Oregon ArtsWatch

Markus acknowledges the extensive work involved in embodying Michael Jackson's essence on stage, particularly through collaboration with original tour choreographers who worked closely with Jackson.
Music
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 years ago

MJ The Musical is coming to San Jose!

MJ, the multiple Tony Award-winning musical, offers an in-depth look at Michael Jackson's artistry, highlighting the creative processes behind his legendary status.
NYC music
fromThe Oaklandside
11 months ago

This Oakland 8-year-old has an off-the-wall science project: anti-gravity shoes a la Michael Jackson

Jonah wanted to replicate Michael Jackson's anti-gravity lean, leading him and his mom to build and test different shoes to understand the illusion behind it.
OMG science
fromNew York Post
11 months ago

Exclusive | Why Freddie Mercury never finished three duets with Michael Jackson - and it involves a llama: 'The last straw'

I think the last straw was when Michael brought his pet llama into the studio. I think Freddie sort of took umbrage to that.
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