Michael Reviews: Critics Slam 'Sanitised' And 'Uncomfortable' Michael Jackson Biopic

Jaafar Jackson as a young Michael Jackson in the new film Michael

Critics have pulled no punches when it comes to the new Michael Jackson biopic.

The Billie Jean star’s nephew Jaafar Jackson takes the lead for most of the new movie, Michael, which was made in co-operation with the late singer’s estate.

As a result, the project has been described as “sanitised” by unimpressed critics, who have given it a smattering of one- and two-star reviews.

Indeed, many have taken issue...