Better Man
Directed by Michael GraceyThis is an amazing story about one of the most famous pop artists of the nineties and 2000s. Robbie Williams is not just a talented singer, he is a charismatic and scandalous star who, in his youth, set himself the goal of breaking through and becoming famous throughout the world. The film tells how Robbie felt wild as a child, and to prove to everyone that he was capable of achieving a lot, he immersed himself in music.
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Better Man Ratings & Reviews
- Dre2d agoNice story telling. And use of a chimp as the main character without looking like a racist thing 😂
- RyezooFebruary 4, 2025The singing monkey biopic made me shed some tears. Not something I was expecting. This is an awesome movie and a fresh spin on the biography film genre. I’ve never heard of Robbie Williams but I had a great time taking in the story. The cinematography, the editing, the musical numbers all were top notch. It’s a shame this movie bombed in the US, hopefully word of mouth helps this movie get more eyes on it. The best musical and musician biopic of 2024.
- MisterArtVandaleyMarch 11, 2025Heart whelming and Inspiring . Stunning cinematography and beautiful visuals complement the story perfectly. The movie tells a powerful story of redemption, forgiveness, and personal growth, with outstanding performances from the cast. The film's themes of self-improvement and overcoming adversity are relatable and universal, making it a must-see for anyone looking for a movie that will resonate with them on a deeper level. Overall, Better Man is a fantastic film that will leave you feeling hopeful and inspired. Rating: 5/5 stars!
- SpoonsFebruary 10, 2025Better Man is a stunning, emotional ride. Seeing Robbie’s battles behind iconic performances I witnessed live hit hard. Tech fades into raw storytelling—it’s not just a biopic, it’s an artistic, heartbreaking must-watch. I’m still crying. 🎤💔
- ryan_b19March 5, 2025great movie
- David SweitzerMarch 3, 2025Got about half way through before i had to turn it off. What a annoying main character. Who even is this based off of??? Never heard of him friends never heard of him. Didn't recognize a single song during the film. The absolute worst part is the made him a monkey, why? How does this benefit the picture? I found it distracting and cgi dated, only served to worsen to experience and further seperate this "famous" person from reality. Like, get real. Nobody cares about your dumb story about how you got rich. Woopty doo. I thought the new joker was terrible and this bad boy swings right up there with it. Garbage.
- cubanal74March 5, 2025I finally watched Better Man because, having been a fan of the British group Take That and having listened to a lot of Robbie Williams' solo stuff, I was intrigued and curious to see how his story was being told THIS time. I say THIS time because Robbie has told his story quite a few times in many different ways. There have been documentaries, books, and even a Netflix limited series, where he pretty much told his entire story. The only way left for him to tell this same story was the biggest way, which is by way of a biopic. So he did just that. But the people behind the film decided to do something different and unusual. Instead of casting an actor to play Robbie onscreen, they chose to have a CGI monkey do the honors. It was an interesting decision, one that I personally would not have made. The film itself is an honest depiction of the turbulent life of a famous pop star. Robbie's story is told pretty much without leaving much out. We see the good parts, the bad parts, and the REALLY bad parts. Overall, I think it was a well-told story. But, like I mentioned before, I would have gone the traditional biopic route and hired an actual actor who resembles Robbie enough to play him. But I did enjoy the movie. I knew what was happening during much of the movie having been a fan of all these guys, Robbie and his former band. I recommend it to any fan.
- DeckardFebruary 28, 2025Robbie is a very cheeky monkey. You aren’t thinking about the actor playing Robbie. You are watching the journey of a talented driven man with a flair for the dramatic and a habit of self sabotaging himself told in a very entertaining way.
- Watch ManzFebruary 19, 2025I really enjoyed this movie/bioography. There's the usual cliches about drugs and girls etc, but i that's part of his life then so be it. There's also some heartwarming family moments, and some family tragedy. All in all, it's a good watch and a great way to see how Robbie achieved what he did.
- JesseFebruary 15, 2025I didn’t, or really care to, know much about Robbie Williams. But this biopic defies all expectations. In a genre full of predictable narratives, this film stands out thanks to its bold creative choices and jaw-dropping VFX. It’s bewildering that such incredible talent and innovation were poured into a movie about someone so seemingly irrelevant today. Bold choices deserve bold rewards, and it’s a shame more people didn’t see it.
- [ e c k o b a s e ]February 12, 2025Another spectacular Biopic in the likes of Rocketman, Unfortunately did poorly in the USA as Robbie Williams wasn't popular there but he was Huge in the UK and Australia. The selling point of Robbie as a Monkey was easy to adjust as he never felt like everyone else. The special effects were so good I forgot that it was there! Very emotional and entertaining, a film that will get better with age! "Light em up!"
- Kit LazerFebruary 12, 2025Men will literally claw their way to international fame living as a selfish, primal ape, filling the brief calm moments with booze, blow, and orgies to hide their intense self-loathing, and then make a movie about it, rather than go to therapy. I walked out of this movie at Fantastic Fest about five minutes in. Oh, don’t be dramatic, it was my fifth movie that day—I was lonely, tired, and in no mood for monkey business. It was a mistake. Better Man is a masterful take on a tired genre of filmmaking and I hope that many discover it in the coming years. Light em up.
- SlosenhousenFebruary 12, 2025Added a whole new perspective to Robbie Williams. Definitely makes it a lot easier to understand the man. Great movie. 👍
- Rowan KrzysiakFebruary 12, 2025The Monkey conceit acts as a stroke of genius that permits an artistic licence that is usually the easy criticism of biopics. Combine that with the fact that even the movie feels like part of the recovery process for the protagonist and the whole project is brilliantly raw. Visually it has astonishing 'music video' moments that keep the energy of the whole thing trucking. Having grown up in the UK during this era and with an understanding of all the tiny references, I found it to be incredible.
- 匚卂尺ㄥFebruary 9, 2025Better Man 🙉 is a unique masterpiece 🎓. Robbie Williams 🕶 is so real. The choreography 🤸♂️ was superb. The singing 🎤 and CGI special affects, made this true story come alive 💥. It was a joy 💫 to take this journey 👣 with a young boy🙍, who was dearly loved and nurtured by his mother🤱and grandmother👵. In particular the heartwarming reconciliation 🤝 between father and son (an all too common story). Such an inspiring and warm movie. Well done to the team who created such a wonderful cinematic experience. To Robbie Williams who has modelled forgiveness, tenascity, humility, resilience and the emotional intelligence to believe in himself, the better man/woman, we all strive to be. I would see it again 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
