And the younger version of Michael, portrayed by Juliano Krue Valdi, brings a touching vulnerability. You feel the pressure, the loneliness, and the longing of a child trying to find his place in a demanding world.

MICHAEL will bring audiences a riveting portrayal of Michael Jackson (The King of Pop), the man behind hit songs like Thriller, Billie Jean and Black or White. This biopic will cover his life from early childhood to his death, his public and private struggles.

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The moment the gaudy logo for Michael Jackson ’s former company, Optimum Productions, pops up in the opening credits, the ruse is over. Antoine Fuqua might’ve had some cameras and microphones on hand to produce moving images and sound for this estate-approved King of Pop biopic. But make no mistake about it: “Michael” isn’t a movie. It’s a filmed playlist in search of a story ...

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Michael: Release Date, Cast, Trailer & More The King of Pop's life and legacy come front and center in his highly anticipated biopic. Here's everything we know about it. by Kay-B |

The film was directed by Antoine Fuqua and stars Michael Jackson's nephew Jaafar Jackson.