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We NEED to Talk About 'MICHAEL' | Movie Review

April 22, 2026·15 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Today I'm reviewing "MICHAEL” 2026 biographical film directed by Antoine Fuqua and written by John Logan. It follows the life of the American singer Michael Jackson, covering the period from his involvement in the Jackson 5 in the 60s to his early solo career. Jackson is portrayed as an adult by his nephew Jaafar Jackson and as a child by Juliano Krue Valdi, both in their film acting debuts. The supporting cast includes Nia Long, Laura Harrier, Miles Teller, and Colman Domingo. FOLLOW ME ► TikTok |   / moviefiles_   ► Instagram |   / moviefiles   ► Twitter |   / moviefileslive   ► Letterboxd | https://letterboxd.com/moviefiles/ ► Facebook |   / moviefileslive   Synopsis: The story of pop superstar Michael Jackson -- from his extraordinary early days in the Jackson 5 to the visionary artist whose creative ambition fuels a relentless pursuit to become the biggest entertainer in the world. Directed by Antoine Fuqua Written by John Logan Starring Jaafar Jackson Nia Long Laura Harrier Juliano Krue Valdi Miles Teller Colman Domingo Cinematography Dion Beebe Music by Lior Rosner Distributed by Lionsgate Films Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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