Movie: "BETTER MAN" Review

The 2024 movie is a biopic about Robbie Williams, a British pop superstar. The film takes a unique approach to storytelling, depicting Williams’ journey from his childhood to his rise as a solo artist and his struggles with fame, substance abuse, finding his true identity and self-doubt.
The movie follows Williams’ life, from being the youngest member of the boy pop band “Take That” to his record breaking solo career. The film’s narrative is presented through Williams’ perspective, with him often transforming into an anthropomorphic monkey, symbolising his feelings of being trapped in the entertainment industry. His battles with addiction are portrayed as well as his journey towards recovery.
The movie features several standout musical sequences, including “Rock DJ”, “Angels”, and “Come Undone”.
The film’s use of CGI and visual effects to depict Williams’ inner turmoil and monkey persona has been praised. “Better Man” has received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its unique storytelling and others finding it formulaic. The film’s visuals and musical sequences have been widely praised, with some critics noting its similarities with “Rocketman” and “Elvis”.

The film’s director, Michael Gracey, is known for his work on “The Greatest Showman” and brought a similar blend of music, drama and spectacle to “Better Man”.