"Leaving Neverland": Where Do Viewers Stand On Michael Jackson?

HBO's new Michael Jackson documentary "Leaving Neverland" has left viewers divided.

BYMitch Findlay
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Last night, the first part of HBO's Leaving Neverland documentary aired after some heavy controversy. Centering around the testimonies of James Safechuck and Wade Robson, two of MJ's alleged victims, Leaving Neverland has been a divisive film to say the least. Though MJ's reputation as a predatory type has been longstanding, some of the experiences shared by Safechuck and Robson shine a disturbing light on the Neverland Ranch and its going-ons. Should they speak truth, it's possibly the most damning portrait on the King Of Pop thus far. 

"Leaving Neverland": Where Do Viewers Stand On Michael Jackson?
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Yet some remain unconvinced. Even after Safechuck claimed Michael Jackson staged a "marriage ceremony" between them, among other dubious encounters, some fans feel confident in labeling the documentary an offensive character assassination. It's no secret that MJ's loyal followers remain stalwart in their defense, and many took to Twitter to voice their concerns with the film's depiction of events. As it falls, the jury remains largely split. If you've caught Leaving Neverland, where do you stand? 

FOR MJ

https://twitter.com/_/status/1102409789009743872
https://twitter.com/_/status/1102410852521689089
https://twitter.com/_/status/1102414011474300931
https://twitter.com/_/status/1102433942819475456
https://twitter.com/_/status/1102422611647217671
https://twitter.com/_/status/1102418389690015744
https://twitter.com/_/status/1102392905791082497

AGAINST MJ

https://twitter.com/_/status/1102405484160708608
https://twitter.com/_/status/1102459748920844290
https://twitter.com/_/status/1102600624502386688
https://twitter.com/_/status/1102509776959758338
https://twitter.com/_/status/1102448392578334720
https://twitter.com/_/status/1102605865922760705
https://twitter.com/_/status/1099612190301085701
https://twitter.com/_/status/1102600483863179264


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<b>Feature Editor</b> <!--BR--> Mitch Findlay is a writer and hip-hop journalist based in Montreal. Resident old head by default. Enjoys writing Original Content about music, albums, lyrics, and rap history. His favorite memories include interviewing J.I.D and EarthGang at the "Revenge Of The Dreamers 3" studio sessions in Atlanta and receiving a phone call from Dr. Dre. In his spare time he makes horror movies.