Spike Lee Slams Critics Over Michael Criticism: ‘People Showed Up Worldwide’

The new Michael Jackson biopic is sparking mixed reactions from both critics and audiences. Since its release on April 24th, starring Jaafar Jackson as the King of Pop, the film has gained significant attention, but opinions are divided. Recently, director Spike Lee has voiced an important point regarding the film.

Spike Lee, a celebrated filmmaker who famously collaborated with Michael Jackson on the 1996 short film They Don’t Care About Us, recently addressed criticism surrounding Jackson in an interview with CNN, aiming to set the record straight.

The celebrated filmmaker said they’ve watched the movie twice and loved it, then addressed criticism surrounding the film. They pointed out that many complaints focused on events that occurred after the movie’s 1988 release, making the criticism irrelevant.

He explained that the criticism stemmed from wanting elements in the film that didn’t fit the established timeline. However, he emphasized the incredible global outpouring of love for Michael Jackson, adding that he deeply misses both Michael and Prince, considering them like brothers due to their collaborations. He reiterated that the film intentionally concludes in 1988, and many, including himself, have watched it repeatedly.

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2026-05-03 19:05