Michael Jackson's Dream Lives On

In the episode, Karin and Elizabeth discuss the teaser trailer for the Michael Jackson biopic, Michael, and compare it to the Aretha Franklin biopic Respect and Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with Somebody. They explore the history and evolution of movie trailers as an art form, noting their shift from simple advertisements to sophisticated promotional pieces. The discussion includes an academic analysis framework for the biopic, focusing on artistic legacy, identity, race, representation, media, and methodology. Michael Jackson Academy Course UpdatesElizabeth’s three Michael Jackson-related courses include the newly launched “Teaching Michael Jackson Studies“, “Dangerous Philosophies of Michael Jackson“, and the flagship course, “Introduction to Michael Jackson Studies.” She offers incentives for purchasing multiple courses, such as a signed hardback book and a workbook for listeners of the podcast. REFERENCE AS: Merx, Karin, and Elizabeth Amisu. “Episode 87 – The Mi