Better Man

The 2024 Australian-American biographical musical directed by Michael Gracey portrays the life of British singer Robbie Williams. In the film, Williams is depicted as an anthropomorphic chimpanzee using CGI, with movements performed by Jonno Davies through motion capture, and voiced by both Williams and Davies. The narrative covers Williams' journey from his childhood, participation in the boy band Take That, to his successful solo career and struggles with addictions. The film explores themes of fame, personal demons, and the pursuit of self-improvement. It premiered on August 30, 2024, at the 51st Telluride Film Festival, and was released in the United States on December 25, 2024. The film received positive reviews from critics, won nine AACTA Awards, including "Best Film," and was nominated for an Oscar for Best Visual Effects. However, despite the acclaim, the film was a box-office failure, grossing $20.3 million against a budget of $110 million.