November 16th 2024.
Next up on the agenda is Robbie Williams' highly anticipated biopic, Better Man. This film delves into the early days of the iconic pop star's rise to fame as part of the sensational boy band Take That, as well as his struggles with addiction.
Take That came together in 1990, with Robbie joining forces with Gary Barlow, Howard Donald, Mark Owen, and Jason Orange. Their six-year run was a massive success, producing hits like "Relight My Fire," "Pray," and "Babe." However, the band faced turmoil when Robbie unexpectedly left in 1995 to pursue a solo career, citing various reasons, including a reported feud with Gary.
Better Man, which features Robbie's character portrayed by a CGI monkey voiced by Jonno Davies, does not shy away from the messy aspects of his early career. In fact, Robbie admitted to feeling anxious about his former bandmates seeing the film. In a recent interview, he shared, "[Take That bandmate] Mark [Owen] reached out last week and said, 'Hey, Rob, me and the lads are all going to be in town. Can we see a screening of Better Man?' And I said, 'Yes, I'd love you to,' which of course I would." However, he couldn't help but express his reservations about the potential emotional impact on his relationships.
But it's not just his bandmates that have a significant presence in the film. Robbie also opened up about the reaction of his ex-girlfriend, Nicole Appleton, who he dated in the late 90s. She has already watched the movie with her sister, Natalie, and Robbie shared that they all had an emotional moment together over FaceTime.
While he is concerned about how his bandmates and ex-girlfriend will react to the film, Robbie revealed that he is most worried about his father's response. He shared, "I'm terrified because our relationship is so complicated and so healed that returning to the scene of the crime and talking in the way that I talked as a 17-year-old is bound to open old wounds for people."
Despite his reservations, the response to the biopic has been overwhelmingly positive so far. In September, after a screening, Robbie had to take a moment to compose himself, calling the experience "overwhelming." The Guardian praised the film, saying, "It's a film that exists on the precipice of falling apart, but you'll be surprised how well it stays together." Deadline also agreed, stating, "It really works."
As the movie prepares to hit screens worldwide, Robbie shows no signs of slowing down. He has already announced over two dozen concerts for next summer, following the wrap-up of a recent tour. Meanwhile, Take That is currently performing in Australia with special guest Sophie Ellis-Bextor.
Fans can catch Better Man in UK cinemas on December 26, with a worldwide release date of January 17, 2025. And if you have a celebrity story, video, or pictures, don't hesitate to reach out to the entertainment team at The Agency. They can be reached via email, phone, or by visiting their Submit Stuff page. They'd love to hear from you!
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