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It's widely known that the biopic "Michael" was originally intended to delve into the controversies surrounding Michael Jackson's child sexual abuse allegations. However, after filming concluded, Michael Jackson's estate discovered they had signed a non-disclosure agreement with the accusers, agreeing not to dramatize the case in any future narratives. This led to the eventual deletion of all related scenes that had already been shot.
Yet, the contract disputes plaguing "Michael" don't end there. Nia Long, who portrays Michael's mother, Katherine Jackson, in the film, may now be headed for a legal showdown with producer Lionsgate.
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As recently reported by Puck News, Nia Long is currently attempting to mediate a salary dispute with Lionsgate behind closed doors. The conflict stems from a "favored nations" clause in Long's initial contract, which stipulated that her compensation should not be lower than that of other actors in similar roles. She later discovered that co-stars Colman Domingo and Miles Teller, also playing supporting characters, were paid more than her, prompting her to confront Lionsgate.
Some viewers who have seen the film might question why Long, with seemingly less screen time than Teller and Domingo, would be entitled to equal pay. This is because the script Long initially signed on for featured a significantly larger role and more extensive screen time than what appears in the final cut, with many of her scenes later being reduced. Lionsgate has so far declined to comment on the matter, leaving the outcome of their private negotiations uncertain.
via： Puck News