Featured in The 7PM Project: Episode dated December 5, 2024 (2024)
Chronology
A unique profile of British pop star Robbie Williams. The film is based on several recordings of interviews that filmmaker Michael Gracey made with Robbie Williams over a year and a half at Williams’ recording studio in Los Angeles, USA. Although the interviews were not originally intended for a film, as Gracey “just wanted to capture [Williams] in his own voice telling his story”, most of Williams’ narration in the film is from these recordings.
Eventually, the monkey adds a lot to the film
I didn’t know what to expect from the film, as I thought it would be very strange to see Robbie as a monkey. You fall in love with him immediately, and after a few minutes, it IS Robbie. Jonno Davies, who plays Robbie, is a brilliant actor.
I have a lot of respect for him
Although you don’t see his face, he certainly knows how to portray him. The story is one that will touch your heart. It’s not just about Robbie the Popstar, but it’s a story about his younger years as well.
The music and visuals also add a lot to the film
He dares to be so vulnerable in this film, with lots of stories about his personal life, career and challenges he’s faced. The film is a mix of laughs but certainly tears too. At the end, I was left speechless, with tears in my eyes, but most of all PROUD of who he is today.