The film "Michael" may not be family-friendly, but it taps into Michael Jackson's most powerful creative fuel, his anger. The film, which focuses on the accusations of child sexual abuse against Jackson from 1993 to the day he died, is considered a more engaging biopic than many have given it credit for. It tells a different story about Jackson's battle with his father, Joe Jackson, played by Colman Domingo, who manipulates and abuses his son. Despite this, the film's success has been largely attributed to its portrayal of Jackson's struggle with his controlling father. The author argues that anger was a key element in Jackson's creative mystique, particularly in songs such as "Billie Jean" and "Smooth Criminal" that set them apart.