Netflix have greenlit the production of Bubbles, an odd Michael Jackson biopic which will be told from the perspective of his pet monkey/best mate, Bubbles.
The film will use a style of stop-animation technology called “replacement animation” which combines puppetry with 3D printing.
The estate of Michael Jackson has hit out against the project, as well as an upcoming Lifetime movie about the late star’s final days.
“To clear up any confusion or misperceptions about unsanctioned Michael Jackson projects currently in the news”, the statement begins, “including a Lifetime television movie and an animated film script recently purchased by Netflix — the Estate of Michael Jackson does not license or permit the use of any rights it owns, including to Michael’s music, images, video and films, for use in unauthorised works seeking to exploit Michael’s legacy.
“The Estate itself has numerous projects in development, all of which respect, honor and celebrate Michael’s life and legacy along with his extraordinary artistry that touched fans throughout the world. When the executors are ready to announce them, they will. As Michael said countless times about his own work, the quality goes in before the name goes on.”
