Hugh Jackman Inspired the New Robbie Williams Biopic

How ‘Better Man' Turns Robbie Williams Into a Singing and Dancing Chimp
Wētā FX VFX supervisor Luke Millar describes finding the right balance to represent Williams as a CG chimp and how it all came together for the spectacular "Rock DJ" musical sequence.
How Hugh Jackman Inspired the New Robbie Williams Biopic
Michael Gracey reveals the unlikely origin story for ‘Better Man,’ which opens the Palm Springs International Film Festival on January 2.
Inside the wild Robbie Williams biopic: ‘It’s sad seeing the monkey do cocaine’
The unexpectedly brilliant ‘Better Man’ dives into the rise, fall and rise again of one of Britain’s greatest pop stars… who is depicted as an anthropomorphic chimpanzee. Adam White speaks to its director Michael Gracey about monkeys,
'Better Man' review: All hail Robbie Williams, a chimp for all seasons
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Why Robbie Williams is a chimp in his new biopic
English singer Robbie Williams explains how he came to be portrayed as a chimp in his new biopic 'Better Man'.
What animal does Robbie Williams portray in his biopic?
In Better Man, a musical biopic directed by Michael Gracey, Robbie Williams is embodied by a digital monkey. In the film, the British pop icon exposes the consequences of premature fame and his complex relationship with his father.
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Tony Iommi + Glenn Hughes Reunite on Song With British Pop Star Robbie Williams
British pop star Robbie Williams confirmed that Tony Iommi and Glenn Hughes had recorded a song with him for his upcoming ...
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‘Better Man’ Tells the Story of Pop Singer Robbie Williams in Unique Fashion
Michael Gracey’s film charts Williams’ early life and rise to fame –– at least in the UK –– by having its subject portrayed by a CG ape.
"It's adrenaline-filled and balls-to-the-wall": Tony Iommi and Glenn Hughes have recorded a song with Robbie Williams
Pop star Robbie Williams, currently in the news as the subject of the semi-autobiographical movie Better Man, has confirmed ...
Robbie Williams Explains Why ‘Better Man’ Depicts Him As A “Cheeky Monkey”
In 'Better Man', premiering Dec. 25 in theaters, Robbie Williams is portrayed by actor Jonno Davies, in the form of a CGI ...
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Tony Iommi and Glenn Hughes Have Recorded a Song With Robbie Williams
Robbie Williams confirmed Tony Iommi and Glenn Hughes would be heard on his upcoming song “Rocket” in January 2025.
Music legend Robbie Williams blames New Year’s Eve flub on singing crowd: ‘Can you stop?’
Music legend Robbie Williams took a cheeky dig at revelers just before Sydney’s iconic fireworks display on New Year’s Eve. The British pop star was the headline act for the night and performed right ...
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Palm Springs Intl Film Fest 2025 Kicks Off with Better Man, Michael Gracey Unveils Robbie Williams’ Story
Gracey kicked off the session by recounting his unexpected introduction to Robbie Williams, courtesy of Hugh Jackman. While filming The Greatest Showman, Jackman couldn’t stop referencing Williams as ...
‘Better Man’ Review: Eccentric, Ape-Centric Robbie Williams Biopic Is Something Beautiful
Let chimpanzee entertain you in a wonderfully bizarre — but still formulaic — musical from the director of "The Greatest ...
Robbie Williams calls ABC ‘twits’ after movie promotion criticism
The English pop star held a surprise performance in Melbourne, where he lashed the public broadcaster for criticising him for ...