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The year 2024 has seen an ever-growing list of biopics about legendary figures being portrayed by phenomenal actors. Dennis Quaid, Angelina Jolie, Timothée Chalamet, and many more actors joined the biopic bandwagon.
Seems like another semi-biopic film is on the horizon, but this one has a non-conventional actor. The upcoming Robbie Williams biopic movieBetter Manemployed a CGI Monkey to portray the British pop icon. The singer allegedly justified the move by stating that he always felt like a performing monkey when he walked on stage.
Another one joins the list: A bizarre creative choice
Dennis Quaidportrayed former President Ronald Reagan in his biopic filmReagan.Timothée Chalametwill portray the table tennis player Marty Reisman in Josh Safdie’s upcoming sports dramaMarty Supreme.
Sebastian Stantoo joined the list by stepping into the shoes of the president-electDonald Trumpin the controversial biographical filmThe Apprentice. The most recent figure to get his own biopic is the British singerRobbie Williams.
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However, theAngelssinger’s upcoming semi-biopic would surely stand out from others on the list due to its unique casting choice. Previously the directorMichael Graceyhad teased that the movie would be ‘extraordinary’, which seems to ring true.
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Speaking toDeadline, the filmmaker revealed the reason behind his bizarre casting choice for the leading man. TheRock DJsinger also weighed in on the topic, stating the movie made him bitterly sob because it unearthed many memories.
New trailer for ‘BETTER MAN,’ the Robbie Williams biopic.He will be portrayed by a CGI monkey.pic.twitter.com/FXOYYdKB1i
whaaaaat, better man is going to be AWESOMEEEE! looking forward to this production!
The most curious film of 24
Robbie Williams played by a CGI monkey… probably not how he imagined his biopic would go, but hey, it’s definitely got people talking. Bold move or just bananas?
this looks good ngl, its going to be an entertaining, dramaish music movie, might check it out
The upcoming film is set to explore the journey of theTake Thatband member from his initial days to gaining fame and popularity. While the strange casting choice may seem peculiar at first, it did manage to excite many fans online.
How and why did they choose their peculiar leading man?
According to a report by theIndependent, the filmmakers chose the controversial performer, aka the CGI monkey, for one emotional reason. Williams supposedly always felt like he was a performing monkey playing for the public with no control over himself.
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Jonno Davies was given the responsibility to don the motion-capture suit and he also voiced the dialogue for the character. Meanwhile, theBack For Goodcrooner would feature on the musical tracks for the movie.
The director also revealed that they employed the use of WETA FX artists who previously worked on the Planet of the Apes franchise. Fans of the singer are hoping the movie will also include one of his most controversial music videos,Rock DJ.
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One horrifyingly gory scene made the otherwise tame video sensational news, and it involved stripping. The video showcased theAngelssinger stripping naked, removing his skin, and then throwing his organs to gain the attention of a few roller-skating women (via Metro).
The music video caused so much controversy that it was never fully shown on MTV and was removed from multiple platforms. This particular video was even banned in the Dominican Republic due to allegations of it promoting Satanism.
Better Manis scheduled to be released on 27 June 2025 via Paramount Pictures.
Shruti Pathak
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An entertainment writer with a passion for storytelling that transcends genres, Shruti Pathak is currently pursuing her Bachelor of Arts in English. She is also a devoted poetry enthusiast, exploring the beauty of language and emotion through verse. Obsessed with the show Friends, a self-proclaimed swiftie, and inspired by classical literature these are just some characteristics that describe the novice writer. Newly joining FandomWire as an intern writer, she hopes to share her thoughts while sharpening her writing skills on various entertainment topics.
