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‘Better Man’ Review: Eccentric, Ape-Centric Robbie Williams Biopic Is Something Beautiful
The WrapStory by William Bibbiani
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An eccentric, ape-centric biopic on Robbie Williams that dares to break the mold of formulaic music films.
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- Director Vaughn Stein incorporated Williams' real-life obsession with chimpanzees, with the pop star himself playing a chimp in several scenes.
- The film features a surprise cameo from Paul McCartney, who reportedly bonded with Williams over their shared love of animal advocacy.
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Robbie Williams, Paul McCartney, Paramount Pictures, 'Better Man'