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Better Man

Directed by Michael Gracey
Australia
2024
131 mins

The Greatest Showman was one of the most successful musicals in a generation, and director Michael Gracey follows it up with Better Man, a fresh, inventive, and original take on the musical-biopic.

Better Man is based on the true story of the meteoric rise, dramatic fall, and remarkable resurgence of British pop superstar Robbie Williams, one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Under the visionary direction of Michael Gracey, the film is uniquely told from Robbie’s perspective, capturing his signature wit and indomitable spirit.

It follows Robbie’s journey:

  • From childhood

  • To being the youngest member of chart-topping boyband Take That

  • Through to his unparalleled achievements as a record-breaking solo artist

All the while confronting the challenges that stratospheric fame and success can bring.

Better Man received excellent reviews at major film festivals.

  • Year
    2024
  • Country
    Australia
  • Language
    English
  • Premiere Status
    Florida Premiere
  • Director
    Michael Gracey
  • Cast
    Robbie Williams, Jonno Davies, Steve Pemberton
  • Writer
    Oliver Cole, Simon Gleeson, Michael Gracey
  • Cinematographer
    Erik Wilson
  • Editor
    Lee Smith
  • Genre
    Music/Musical, Biography, Drama
  • Theme
    Based on a Book, Music

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