Michael Jackson biopic confirmed with ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ creators

The biopics They continue to be a priority for some studios after the resounding success of movies like Bohemian Rhapsody and Rocketman; even Madonna is still overseeing the project that will bring her life to the big screen. Now it was the turn of the King of Pop himself: michael jacksonwhich will be directed by Antoine Fuqua (The seven magnificents).

The first reports come from Deadlinewhere they confirmed that the film will be titled Michael and will have a script signed by John Logan (Passion for letters) and produced by Graham King, one of the producers and pillars that built the way for rami malek demonstrate his acting talent and break through to win an Oscar.

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This biopic it will show the most important stages in the life of Michael Jackson, who also participated in Men in Black II with Will Smith; it will all start from his glory years as the young star of The Jackson 5. This will lead to his growth in the music industry.

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Despite his remarkable career with hits like “Thriller,” “Billie Jean” and “Smooth Criminal,” Michael Jackson was also involved in numerous pedophilia scandals; he even got involved with Macaulay Culkin, although no accusation was ever confirmed against him, it was a worldwide scandal and this part of his life will also be portrayed in the film.

It is expected that Michaelfilm to be produced by Lionsgate, but Sony Pictures is expected to take worldwide distribution, start shooting at the end of this year. So far, the protagonist who will give life to the king of pop or the rest of the cast has not been confirmed.