Michael, a biopic about the career of arguably the world\u2019s most famous entertainer, is expected to be the top-grossing film in theaters this weekend, despite poor reviews and a legal setback that forced the filmmakers to leave out some of the most controversial aspects of Michael Jackson\u2019s life.<\/p>\n
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