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Robbie Williams’ biopic ”Better Man” introduces a unique twist
A musical journey with a simian twist
Fans of Robbie Williams are in for a wild ride with the release of the first trailer for “Better Man,” a musical biopic directed by Michael Gracey, known for his work on “The Greatest Showman.” The trailer reveals an unexpected and whimsical element: a CGI monkey representing the British pop icon.
A surprising narrative choice
In the trailer, Williams himself narrates, addressing the unusual choice head-on: “I know what you’re thinking. What’s with the monkey? I’m Robbie Williams. I’m one of the biggest pop stars in the world. But I’ve always seen myself a little less evolved.” This creative decision sets “Better Man” apart from typical musical biopics, infusing it with a playful and surreal quality.
From childhood to stardom
The trailer offers glimpses into Williams’ early life, depicting him as a monkey playing soccer and navigating his youth. As the narrative progresses, we see the simian Williams performing on stage to throngs of adoring fans, his exaggerated ape features adding a layer of humor and absurdity to the scenes. This imaginative portrayal underscores the film’s unique approach to storytelling.
The official synopsis
“Better Man” is described as a film based on the true story of Robbie Williams’ meteoric rise, dramatic fall, and remarkable resurgence. Directed by Michael Gracey, the film captures Williams’ journey from his childhood to his time as the youngest member of the chart-topping boyband Take That, and his subsequent success as a solo artist. The film promises to delve into the challenges that come with stratospheric fame and success, all told from Williams’ perspective, highlighting his signature wit and indomitable spirit.
A star-studded cast
The film features a talented ensemble cast, including Steve Pemberton, Damon Herriman, Raechelle Banno, Alison Steadman, Kate Mulvaney, Frazer Hadfield, Tom Budge, and Anthony Hayes. Jonno Davies takes on the unique role of the monkey version of Williams, bringing a distinctive performance to the screen.
Behind the scenes
“Better Man” was penned by Michael Gracey, Simon Gleeson, and Oliver Cole. The film boasts an impressive list of executive producers, including Robbie Williams himself, Zhe Chen, Markus Barmettler, Philip Lee, Li-Wei Chu, Michael Loney, Thorsten Schumacher, Lars Sylvest, Mark Williams, Gregory Jankilevitsch, Klaudia Smieja, David Ravel, Domenic Benvenuto, Gianni Benvenuto, Zoran Stojkovic, Dean Hood, David Conley, Daniel Fluri, Adrian Grabe, Andres Kernen, Slava Vladimirov, Jared Underwood, and Andrew Robinson.
Watch the trailer
For a sneak peek at this innovative and entertaining film, watch the trailer here.
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