Michael Jackson’s complex life story is coming to the big screen.
biopic based on Michael Jackson’s life“Bohemian Rhapsody” producer Graham King is producing “Michael” and “The Aviator” writer John Logan penned the script for Lionsgate.
“The first films of my career were music videos, and I still feel that combining film and music are a deep part of who I am,” Fuqua said in aThe “Equalizer” filmmaker began his career directing music videos for artists such as Coolio, Usher, Toni Braxton and more in the ’90s. He went on: “For me, there is no artist with the power, the charisma, and the sheer musical genius of Michael Jackson”
“I was influenced to make music videos by watching his work — the first Black artist to play in heavy rotation on MTV. His music and those images are part of my worldview, and the chance to tell his story on the screen alongside his music was irresistible,” the Pittsburgh native said.While filming is set to begin later this year, no lead has been cast yet to play the “Thriller” singer.
“Antoine is a perceptive and powerful filmmaker, and we feel very fortunate that he has chosen ‘Michael’ as his next project. His visionary storytelling skills and commitment to his craft will make ‘Michael’ an unforgettable film,” Joe Drake — who is the chair of Lionsgate Motion Picture Group — told the outlet.King chimed in and noted how Fuqua “will make an exceptional and compelling film that will both celebrate and give profound new insights into the life of the King of Pop.
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