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April 24, 2026

At The Movies: In ‘Michael,' the King of Pop is resurrected, sans conflict

By JAKE COYLE
AP Film Writer

“Michael” moonwalks right past the more difficult facts about Jackson’s life.

“Michael” slides a sequin glove over the pop star's tarnished legacy, shrouding Michael Jackson's complications with a conventional biopic that, if you cover your ears, sounds great.


 
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