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What Happened to That Movie about Michael Jackson?
The real Michael Jackson (left) and his lookalike nephew Jaafar who’s playing him on screen

What Happened to That Movie about Michael Jackson?

”Michael” is not lost, just delayed and here are the reasons.

In the News Screening Room

Peter Travers

Peter Travers

May 30, 2025 — 1 min read
Neon Hits the Next Level
Iran's Jafar Panahi holds Cannes Palme d'Dor he won for Neon's "It was Just an Accident."

Neon Hits the Next Level

it’s the film studio with the Midas touch.

In the News Screening Room

Peter Travers

Peter Travers

May 30, 2025 — 1 min read
[Update] What’s Hot and Not at Cannes

[Update] What’s Hot and Not at Cannes

Stars from JLaw to Denzel and Spike glam walked the Cannes red carpet, but America walked home with nothing on awards night.

In the News Screening Room

Peter Travers

Peter Travers

May 23, 2025 — 3 min read
Lots of Firsts for George Clooney
Hair dyed to match the real Edward R. Murrow, George Clooney speaks truth to power in “Good Night, and Good Luck.”

Lots of Firsts for George Clooney

A Broadway debut, a Tony nomination, a box-office record and a big surprise for those who can’t afford a ticket.

In the News TV + Streaming

Peter Travers

Peter Travers

May 23, 2025 — 2 min read
Is Trump Out to Get Hollywood?

Is Trump Out to Get Hollywood?

Not quite, but his proposed tariffs could speed a very fast death to global filmmaking

In the News Movies

Peter Travers

Peter Travers

May 23, 2025 — 2 min read
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