The Michael Jackson biopic is deep as a puddle – but will still make millions

The biopic Michael follows the life and career of the late King of Pop Michael Jackson (Picture: Glen Wilson/ Lionsgate)

The Michael Jackson biopic doesn’t have to be good, it merely has to serve up the musical artist’s back catalogue to his fans in a cinematic setting – and it does just that.

It also must provide a performer who can convince as Jackson, which it does twice over thanks not only to Jaafar Jackson, the legendary singer’s real-life nephew who uncannily channels the late star, but also Juliano Valdi, who is exceptional as the young Michael.

However, it otherwise fails to reveal anything about the so-called King o...