Plot: A young Robert Williams is born to be in showbiz. He doesn't perform too well in school, and he has trouble making friends, but he bluffs himself into a boy band. They blow up, and suddenly he's on the biggest stages in Europe. His fame comes at a price, as he struggles to keep his personal life under control.
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August 23, 2025
A fun biopic. Structurally, it's not that different from others in the genre, but the fact that Williams is portrayed as a monkey throughout really adds to the appeal. It's a simple trick, but it's an interesting representation of how pop stars are seen and treated, and it makes it a lot more fun to watch.
The rest is a pretty predictable story of a young boy who doesn't really fit in, becomes a big star, and struggles with his fame. There's the good and the bad and the trouble at home. The performances are nice and the presentation is proper, but unless you're a big fan of Williams, it's not really all that special. Still, better than many of its peers.