Fifteen years after his death, Michael Jackson's legacy remains complicated

Michael Jackson is reaching a new generation of fans through a popular Broadway musical featuring his legendary music and choreography — and a big screen biopic is scheduled to premiere next year.It remains to be seen how the film will address Jackson's tumultuous career, but the estate has been involved with the movie's development. Fifteen years on, Michael Jackson's legacy remains fraught. Is it possible to separate the artist and the person? And should we? NPR's Adrian Florido speaks with media critics Eric Deggans and Ann Powers.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

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