“People Just Don’t Care”: ‘Leaving Neverland’ Director on Why Michael Jackson Won the Court of Public Opinion
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By Seth Abramovitch
Published on April 22, 2026.
Documentary filmmaker Dan Reed, known for his work on terrorism and war, directed the documentary "Leaving Neverland" about the accusations of child sexual abuse that have followed Michael Jackson since 1993. The film, which won an Emmy and won an Emmys, was controversial due to its detailed accounts of childhood abuse by Wade Robson and James Safechuck. However, after a legal settlement with the Jackson estate, HBO quietly removed the film from its platform after six years on the platform. Reed discusses the ethical implications behind music biopics, stating that while he initially found the accounts of these men convincing, he was convinced they had a compelling story to tell. He also shared his thoughts on Michael Jackson's legacy and that the accusations still surface.
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