8 Reasons People Are Mad At Netflix for The Verdict
VOICE OVER: Rebecca Brayton
The King of Pop is back in the headlines, and not everyone is happy about it. Join us as we break down the biggest reasons fans and critics alike have pushed back against Netflix's documentary on Michael Jackson's infamous 2005 trial — from accusations of bias and suspicious timing to concerns about exploitation and a legacy reduced to controversy. The criticisms include Netflix capitalizing on the renewed buzz from the biopic "Michael," effectively re-litigating a case Jackson was acquitted of in 2005, reducing his enormous musical legacy to decades-old allegations, and the troubling reality that Jackson can no longer speak for himself. Do you think this documentary is a worthwhile reexamination or an unnecessary reopening? Let us know in the comments! read more...