Review: 'Michael' Biopic Removes Abuse References, Resulting in a Troubled and Sanitized Portrait

Summary

A critical review of the Michael Jackson biopic "Michael," which the author argues is burdened by the immense baggage of its subject's controversial legacy. The review notes that the film's production story—particularly the last-minute removal of references to Jackson's sexual abuse allegations due to legal concerns—is more interesting than the final product itself. The author characterizes the film as a transparent attempt at reputation sanitization rather than a honest biographical portrait.