The sequel to the 2019 documentary ”Leaves Neverland“Subtitles” survivors Michael Jackson“Will be available to look at Youtube in the United States and Canada.
Little Dot Studios, an All3 Media company, announced on Wednesday that it has acquired the exclusive American and English Canadian rights to the sequel and will premiere on Real Stories, Little Dot’s Premium Documentary Channel.
The hour -long follow -up, which is Debut in the UK via Channel 4 On March 18, Wade Robson and James Safechuck will catch up, who accused the king of pop of sexual abuse of them when they were minors. Jackson denied the charges during his lifetime, and his property continues to do so. According to its official synopsis, “Leaving Neverland 2” Robson and Safechuck’s “ongoing legal battle, the resulting personal toll and the counter -reaction that they met from Jackson’s global fanbase. With exclusive access to court proceedings, the documentary reveals how MjJ Productions and Mjj Ventures reveals that the case reaches trial. ”
In its announcement, Little Dot said DOC will debut on Youtube “shortly after” its premiere in the UK, but did not specify a date. According to a press release, the move is to release “Surviving Michael Jackson” on Youtube to ensure “the film reaches a wide and diverse audience by utilizing its growing dominance as a platform for long -shaped display.”
Dan Reed, the director of the documentary and founder of Amos Pictures, said in a statement: “Premature this movie on Youtube is about breaking down obstacles to access. Traditional platforms can only reach so many people, but Youtube offers an opportunity for this story to be seen by the audience on their own terms because it is freely available. With its proven expertise in digital distribution and commitment to influencing stories, Little Dot Studios is the perfect partner to make it happen. This edition marks a significant step forward in how important documentaries can be shared and discussed on a scale. “
Added Little Dot’s Paul Woolf, head of unwritten development and executive editor of documentary, nature and scripted channels: “‘Leaving Neverland 2’ is a powerful and significant film that deserves to be seen by both traditional documentary and growing society on the viewers on real stories. Our established Youtube channels allow us to connect this documentary to dedicated audiences that actively seek thoughtful content. This edition highlights how digital platforms can enhance the reach and the impact of documentary filmmaking. ”
HBO, which produced the two -part DOC 2019, is not involved in the sequel. In 2020, HBO lost a legal fight against Jackson Estate, which sued the cable for $ 100 million, claiming that “Leaving Neverland” broke a 27-year-old non-dispaence clause from a 1992 concert film from the “Dangerous” tour.
Jackson, who died in 2009, was the subject of several charges of sexual abuse of children during his career and at one point he stood against criminal charges, which led to a very published trial in 2005. He denied all charges and was not found guilty on all bills.
“Leaving Neverland 2” is produced by Reed as well as Marguerite Gaudin. Peter Haddon and Ben Hills served as editors. Iris Maor was production manager and Adam Vandermark is Channel 4 Commissioner. Sphere Abacus handles international sales.
The original movie 2019 won an Emmy for best documentary or nonfiction special, as well as a BAFTA -TV price for best actual series.
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