The musical biopic has not been the most inventive subgenre in recent years.
On the surface, this sounds like a ludicrous concept.
The initial inspiration for Williams to be represented by a monkey came from directorMichael Graceys interviews with the singer.
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It goes unmentioned, and everyone in his world just takes him as he is.
Without this British pop star, Hugh Jackman may have quit ‘The Greatest Showman’.
By using a monkey to represent Robbie Williams,Better Manallows fora greater insight into the singers mental state.
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The film seamlessly uses CGI imagery as a metaphorical representation of whats going on inside his head.
The monkey heightens Williams highs and lows, connecting toa more primal portrayal of the singer.
He almost feels like hes in a feral state when hes at his wildest and most unhinged.
The fact that he remains as the monkey throughout the entire film isa meaningful commentary on his struggle.
You could still see Rob in the monkey,Michael Gracey says in an interview with Deadline.
Better Manis now in theaters.
Directed by Michael Gracey, Better Man explores the life and career of singer Robbie Williams through his own eyes.
