Fuqua Confirms Sequel Footage for Michael Biopic, Says He’d Direct It
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Director Antoine Fuqua says there’s “absolutely” enough filmed material—about a third of it—to support a Michael Jackson biopic sequel, and he’d like to direct it. The film humanizes Jackson and leaves out the Chandler abuse allegations due to a settlement, with extensive reshoots shaping a setup for a possible second installment after the movie’s record-breaking opening.
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