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Highlights
- The current buzz revolves around filming "Better Man" at Docklands Studios in Melbourne in early 2022, directed by Michael Gracey.
- The film is being backed by state and federal governments’ incentive programmes and is anticipated to bring AU$107 million to the economy.
- Roadshow Films, a leading film distributor in New Zealand and Australia, will distribute 'Better Man.'
After the global outbreak of COVID-19, Australia has become a hotspot for directors and producers. The current buzz revolves around the start of filming Robbie Williams’ biopic "Better Man" at Docklands Studios in Melbourne in early 2022, directed by Michael Gracey.
The film, directed and co-written by Australian filmmaker Michael Gracey, will explore the experiences that shaped UK pop star Williams both on and off stage. Roadshow Films, a leading film distributor in New Zealand and Australia, will distribute 'Better Man.'
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What is the current buzz around the filming of "Better Man"?
The excitement is palpable among all Robbie Williams fans in Australia. They are, after all, going to see their favourite star's movie being made.
Robert Peter Williams is an English singer and entertainer. From 1990 to 1995, he was a member of pop group Take That, but his solo career, which began in 1996, brought him greater commercial success. Williams has won numerous awards, including the Brit Awards, which are among his most well-known achievements.
The filming of "Better Man" is expected to bring in more money for the Australian government's coffers. The film is being backed by state and federal governments’ incentive programmes and is anticipated to bring AU$107 million to the economy.
Furthermore, because of this move, 2200 local jobs might be created, including 220 crew, 80 visual effects practitioners, and 14 department heads.
Director Michael Gracey is ecstatic to be shooting the film in Australia. Robbie Williams, the star on whom the film is based, also couldn't contain his delight.
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The final thoughts
Robbie Williams' Australian fans are eagerly anticipating the movie release. The decision to film "Better Man" in Australia is also expected to stimulate the local economy.
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