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
- 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.
- nomo3d agoSurprisingly entertaining. It deals with drug abuse, depression and suicidal thoughts in a non orthodox manner, questioning the ugly reality of fame.
- Ross Guerin3d agoA really enjoyable musical more in the vein of Rocketman than Bohemian Rhapsody and that's a good thing. Though the story is relatively predictable and has classic tropes, I assume it actually happened as the film is based on the rise and ups and downs of Robbie Williams. The creative musical sequences are what drives this and makes it so much fun.
- Kevin WardJuly 1, 2025The musical biopic has Evolved! So surprising and genuinely moving, I really did not expect to care about the Robbie Williams biopic, but Michael Gracey injects so much vibrancy and energy into the musical numbers it’s hard not to get swept off your feet. The Greatest Showman was not a fluke and Gracey’s background in visual effects certain helps elevate Better Man to something greater. Highly recommend.
- stuhannafordMay 21, 2025Chronologically all over the shop. Jumpy, skipping over the parts of a life you’re expecting to re-witness. Hiding away from the Robbie we know from stage and screen… but that’s the point. Instead, we get a blunt look at Robert, the singing, dancing monkey. It’s by no means perfect, but it’s not meant to be. It’s about a cheeky monkey who struggled to find meaning once fame took hold, and failed to fulfil his hopes. The moments important to fans are skimmed and glossed over, straight to the times of unseen heartache that enveloped someone trying to navigate the world under constant scrutiny, often his own. A messy look through a lens, at times grimy, but most certainly honest. Entertained.
- DreMarch 24, 2025Nice story telling. And use of a chimp as the main character without looking like a racist thing 😂
- cultfilmlikerApril 24, 2025The Lamest Showman (don’t worry I’m allowed to say it) Everything about this film feels so Fake with a capital F. The fact that this film was made, let alone admired, concerns me beyond belief It’s like Across The Universe but completely irredeemable It’s like it’s own SNL parody of…itself The whole “this shouldn’t work” point ppl are trying to make is dumb bc it doesn’t work so Fell asleep multiple times. Don’t worry I rewound to make sure I didn’t miss any of the crucial details and hard-hitting dialogue. (Biggest /s of my life) To go from this to a decent musical (Sinners) back to this was very upsetting. Gonna trust my gut and get out early next time smh Absolutely nothing new or unique other than the super obvious and massively stupid main feature (and a few overblown setpieces I didn’t care for either) The 2020’s have been abysmal for music biopics and we have to take this pathetic excuse for a monkey out back and shoot it in the brain ond end the misery for good. RIP Nate Cox Never once in this story did I care an ounce for this “man” or his story. Nothing new to say, nothing fun to see, nothing great to hear - just a real piece of shit! I would much like to never endure anything like this ever again! TL;DR : A 1* film halved by the most unoriginal, unnecessary, and unappealing CGI since The Lovely Bones
- 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!
- tonybl26April 12, 2025Amazing film which should have done loads better at the box office. Incredibly well filmed
- MasterDB2205April 18, 2025Grandioser Film
- astronautpngApril 4, 2025I didn’t spectate to watch what I watched. Just amazing.
- David LópezApril 7, 2025Totally recommend this one. I've ever been a huge fan of Robbie, after watching this movie I'm starting to catch with the vibe of his songs. Best biopic of a monkey I've ever watched 🤪
- 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. 🎤💔
- Jay Marie BaileyFebruary 12, 2025Love this, thought it was a very clever biopic giving unique insight in to the life of Robbie and how the monkey fits in with his personality. If you like Robbie Williams this is a must watch
- ScottJanuary 12, 2025It runs into the familiar problem with biopics where a person's life doesn't sit cleanly in a single arc for a short-form medium like film. So while it meanders a bit in the back half of the movie it also treats you to some of the visually wild musical numbers you'll see all year. As I understand it, this isn't a 100% accurate retelling of Williams' story. But with the (better) man himself as narrator it becomes an earnest conversation with himself and his past. And while my major complaint with biopics as a genre is that they're often more obsessed with the mythology of their subject, in this case his self-esteem and mental health issues are placed upfront in such a way that I think there was a treatment of this movie that could have been straight horror. Robbie Williams was more than willing to make himself raw and vulnerable and the result shines just as bright as the spotlight he threw himself into all those years ago.
