Michael Jackson biopic 'Michael' savaged

Antoine Fuqua's 'Michael' has debuted to some of the worst reviews for a major biopic in years.

While the film has been praised for Jaafar Jackson's transformative performance and its recreation of iconic live shows, critics have accused the production of sanitizing Jackson's controversial personal life.

The movie's focus on his musical genius at the expense of his legal troubles has sparked a heated debate over the ethics of celebrity biopics.

Despite the backlash, the film is projected to have a record-breaking opening weekend at the box office.