How Kendrick Sampson Brought Quincy Jones to Life in “Michael” With Just Two Days Prep

“You have to leave enough space to let God walk through the room.” For Kendrick Sampson, that philosophy—shared by Quincy Jones himself—became the key to unlocking one of the most influential musical minds of all time in “Michael,” Antoine Fuqua’s sweeping portrait of the King of Pop’s rise.

KeiLyn Durrel Jones on Becoming Bill Bray, Michael Jackson’s Quiet Guardian, in “Michael”

Bill Bray was always in the room—but never the focus. In “Michael,” KeiLyn Durrel Jones brings humanity and quiet power to the man many say became Michael Jackson’s closest confidant, protector, and chosen family.

“Michael” Director Antoine Fuqua on Jaafar Jackson’s Brilliance, Los Angeles, and Bringing “Thriller” Back to Life

Director Antoine Fuqua knew “Michael” had to be authentic—from Hayvenhurst to the original “Thriller” location. Anything less wouldn’t do.

“Michael” Trailer Reveals Jaafar Jackson’s Transformation Into the King of Pop

The first Michael trailer is here. Jaafar Jackson plays his uncle, the King of Pop, in Antoine Fuqua's biopic exploring his explosive relationship with father Joe Jackson (an unrecognizable Colman Domingo). "I told you what to think." In theaters April 24.

First Look at “Michael”: Jafar Jackson Steps Into His Uncle’s Legendary Shoes

Antonie Fuqua’s Michael Jackson biopic, Michael, boasts two very key distinctions: one is Fuqua himself, a veteran director in command of his art, and the second is Jafar Jackson, the star of the film and Michael Jackson’s nephew. Lionsgate has released the first look at Michael, which showcases a few of Jafar’s silky smooth moves and snapshots of Jackson’s deathless songs.

The iconic songs that the teaser offers snippets of include “Don’t Stop ‘Til You Get Enough,”