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Discover the story of Michael Jackson, one of the most influential artists the world has ever known, and his life beyond the music, tracing his journey from the discovery of his extraordinary talent as the lead of the Jackson Five, to the visionary artist whose creative ambition fueled a relentless pursuit to become the biggest entertainer in the world, highlighting both his life off-stage and some of the most iconic performances from his early solo career.
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Summer Blockbuster Preview: What We’re Actually Excited About
From risky internet horror adaptations to Nolan’s latest epic and Marvel’s next big test, these are the summer blockbusters generating real buzz, and real questions.
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Pick two movies or shows and compare them head-to-head across every Ratist rating category. Let the data settle the debate.
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Select 2–4 movies or shows to find actors and directors they share, or select 2–6 people to find titles they share.
What Else Do I Know Them From?
Search an actor or director and see only the movies and shows you've personally seen or rated.
What Should I Watch?
Answer a few quick questions about your mood, preferred era, and runtime — and get personalized movie and TV show recommendations.
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Unlike star ratings, The Ratist scores movies across Story, Style, Emotion, Acting, and Entertainment — weighted by your personal preferences.
Your 7.2 isn't the same as someone else's. Our algorithm tailors scores to the criteria you care about most, so every rating means something.
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