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April 28, 2026 1:06 p.m.
Film review: ‘Michael’ delivers dazzling dances but poor, omissive writing
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Jaafar Jackson, who stars as his uncle Michael Jackson, poses on his toes as a massive audience cheers behind him. “Michael,” directed by Antoine Fuqua, was released April 24 by Lionsgate and follows the 13-time Grammy winner from 1966 to 1988. (Courtesy of IMDb)

This post was updated April 28 at 9:21 p.m.
Editor’s note: This review contains mentions of physical and sexual abuse of children.
Warning: Spoilers ahead.
“Michael” captures the glory of the King of Pop’s stage presence but fails dismally at meaningfully telling his story.

By Reid Sperisen

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Arts

April 26, 2026 3:39 p.m.
Culinary Grand Prix: With ‘a heaping side of love and family,’ Tev’s Kitchen takes the palate home

This post was updated April 26 at 8:13 p.m.
On the corner of 48th Street and Gramercy Place lies a red barn with a sign that has two words – Tev’s Kitchen.

By Gianluca Centola and Patrick Woodham

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