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The curtain has been pulled back, and we’ve been treated to a stunning first look at the Michael Jackson biopic. The sneak peak of the “Michael” movie offers fans an intimate glimpse into the high-stakes production directed by Antoine Fuqua.
The footage blends raw behind-the-scenes rehearsal clips with insightful interviews, capturing the gravity of portraying the King of Pop. Despite being no stranger to musical epics after his smash hit “Bohemian Rhapsody,” producer Graham King admitted the weight of the project has only grown over time, saying,
“The challenge of taking on someone like Michael Jackson, it sounded fun. But then the more real it got, the more pressure I felt.”
The heart of the preview however centers around Jaafar Jackson in the titular role. Fuqua recalled being instantly sold on the young performer, stating he “killed it” from the start. Jaafar, who is Michael’s nephew, seems to possess a preternatural connection to the role, describing the opportunity as his “calling.” Fuqua added,
“That’s the magic of Jaafar. He has the desire like Michael to be the best.”
Beyond the interviews, the preview showcases never-before-seen making of footage of the crew meticulously recreating the Bad Tour concerts, along with rehearsing iconic dance routines. The film is all but setup to be a love letter to Michael’s artistry.
Watch the full preview below:
