Antoine Fuqua lands in today’s chatter as his films and projects ride the action-thriller wave; veteran director/producer, born 1965.
The new Michael Jackson biopic has been released after extensive reshoots that removed references to child sexual abuse allegations due to legal restrictions. The film now focuses on Jackson's rise to fame, ending before the controversies. Despite mixed reviews, it is tracking for strong box office performance, with plans for a potential sequel to explore his full story.
Following a shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, conspiracy theories have surged online from across the political spectrum, despite real-time reporting by hundreds of journalists. Experts say distrust in institutions and the entertainment value of “breadcrumbs” drive the spread, while live coverage has shut down some false narratives.