Robbie Williams explains the reason for his portrayal by a CGI monkey in his unconventional biopic.

The highly anticipated biopic "Better Man" is causing quite a stir among fans, particularly due to the unexpected choice of portraying Robbie Williams as a CGI monkey. While many have questioned this decision, Williams himself is surprised by the confusion and has finally revealed the reason behind it.

During the film's European premiere in London, Williams explained that he was initially unaware that he would have to explain the unusual choice. He then went on to share that he was actually on board with director Michael Gracey's idea because it is unique and different from the usual biopics. As someone who is on the autism spectrum, Williams revealed that he doesn't always pick up on social cues and found the idea to be quite intriguing.

Williams, who is played by actor Jonno Davies through the use of a performance capture suit, jokingly brushed off the criticism by saying, "It's a monkey, get over it." He then added, "I'm sure somewhere in the world... Bob Dylan, who's got a biopic coming out right now, is going, 'Why wasn't that a monkey?' or something." The 50-year-old musician also agreed that the decision to portray him as a monkey "makes the film" and it works better than if it was just him.

Gracey, the filmmaker behind the smash-hit musical "The Greatest Showman," revealed that the idea for the monkey portrayal came from Williams himself. During their extensive interviews, Williams mentioned that he often felt like he was just "dragged up to perform, like a monkey." Gracey saw this as a unique perspective and knew he had to make it a reality.

Williams attended the London premiere with his wife Ayda Field, who also had her doubts about the choice at first. However, after seeing the storyboards and speaking with Gracey, she began to understand and appreciate the boldness and uniqueness of the concept. Field jokingly shared that she felt she had also "birthed" the film with her husband, but this time without any physical pain.

The film, which delves into Williams' life and his time as a member of boyband Take That, has received praise for its honesty and bravery. Field shared that it is not something you can watch and feel nothing, as it takes you on an emotional journey and leaves a lasting impact. "Better Man" is set to hit UK cinemas on December 26 and will have a limited release in the US on December 25 before releasing widely on January 17, 2025.

As the release date draws near, fans can't wait to see the highly talked-about film and experience the unique portrayal of their favorite chart-topper. With the honesty, bravery, and uniqueness that the film promises, it's sure to leave a lasting impression on viewers. So mark your calendars and get ready for "Better Man," a biopic like no other.

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