The biographical film about Michael Jackson, "Michael", directed by Antoine Fuqua, has started screening in theaters, and critics and audiences have begun to question why the film does not address the sexual abuse allegations against the artist. The filmmakers recently clarified their choice, providing detailed information about the project.

In an interview aired on The Today Show, Colman Domingo and Nia Long, who play Michael Jackson's parents Joe and Katherine Jackson in the film, explained why the film does not touch on the allegations that began in 1993. Colman Domingo elaborated on the film's timeline, stating, "The film spans from the 1960s to 1988, so it does not include information about the initial allegations."

According to Segundo Domingo's statement, the production team decided to focus the film on the formation of Michael Jackson's artistic career and the exploration of his personality. "Essentially, we focused on Michael's creation and development process. This is a true and inner portrait of Michael Jackson as seen through his eyes," he expressed.

The production team argued that the chosen timeframe is more suitable for showcasing the formative years of the artist's life and how his music career began. This period encompasses the time when Jackson was a child star performing with the Jackson 5.

From the actors' statements, it appears that there is a possibility of addressing later periods chronologically in a potential sequel to the film. Domingo's remark, "There Could Be A Sequel," suggests that topics from later years may be explored in the future.

Michael has been a highly anticipated production among fans and critics, but the choices regarding historical and ethical issues have sparked discussions in various aspects. The film is currently showing in major theaters.