{"id":51381,"date":"2024-11-21T07:45:43","date_gmt":"2024-11-21T07:45:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thenftimes.com\/index.php\/2024\/11\/21\/55th-international-film-festival-of-india-opens-with-australian-film-better-man-n-f-times\/"},"modified":"2024-11-21T07:45:44","modified_gmt":"2024-11-21T07:45:44","slug":"55th-international-film-festival-of-india-opens-with-australian-film-better-man-n-f-times","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thenftimes.com\/index.php\/2024\/11\/21\/55th-international-film-festival-of-india-opens-with-australian-film-better-man-n-f-times\/","title":{"rendered":"55th International Film Festival of India Opens with Australian Film \u201cBetter Man\u201d &#8211; N.F Times"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> [ad_1]<br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>Cinema, much like music, has the unparalleled ability to traverse borders and connect souls through the universal language of emotions.<\/p>\n<p>In a celebration of this transformative art form, the 55<sup>th<\/sup> \u00a0International Film Festival of India (IFFI), being held amidst the vibrant culture of Goa, opened with \u2018Better Man\u2019 directed by Michael Gracey. The film is a cinematic tribute to resilience, fame, and the extraordinary life of British pop legend Robbie Williams. The cast and crew of the film walked the IFFI Red Carpet before the screening of the film.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Watch the trailer here:<\/strong><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet tw-align-center\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">\ud83c\udfac\u2728Get ready for the Asia premiere of Better Man, a cinematic masterpiece from visionary director\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/MichaelGracey?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#MichaelGracey<\/a><\/p>\n<p>An unforgettable tale of resilience, passion, and the human spirit, Better Man is set to light up the screen at\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/IFFI?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#IFFI<\/a>\u00a02024!<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udd70\ufe0f 2:30 PM<br \/>\ud83d\udccdINOX Panjim, Goa<a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/IFFI55?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#IFFI55<\/a>\u2026\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/nGsvRKurfk\">pic.twitter.com\/nGsvRKurfk<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 PIB India (@PIB_India)\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/PIB_India\/status\/1859126600052470248?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">November 20, 2024<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/static.pib.gov.in\/WriteReadData\/userfiles\/image\/20-OF-2W76N.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/p>\n<p><strong>A Grand Opening at IFFI<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Before the screening of the film, the cast and crew had their Red carpet walk and the Secretary, Ministry of Information &amp; Broadcasting, Shri Sanjay Jaju, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Ms Vrunda Desai, Festival Director IFFI, Shri Shekhar Kapoor and Vice-Chairman of the Entertainment Society of Goa (ESG), Ms. Delilah M. Lobo, felicitated the film\u2019s producer Mr Paul Currie and actress Ms Raechelle Banno.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/static.pib.gov.in\/WriteReadData\/userfiles\/image\/20-OF-3RC7G.jpg\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/static.pib.gov.in\/WriteReadData\/userfiles\/image\/20-OF-3RC7G.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/p>\n<p>In his address before the screening, Mr Paul Currie remarked, \u201cThe film is not about how the world perceives Robbie, but rather about how Robbie perceives himself.\u201d He further expressed his enthusiasm for presenting the film at this esteemed platform. Ms. Raechelle Banno shared, \u201cIFFI holds great significance for me, and I am thrilled to present this film to all of you.\u201d The director of the film, Mr. Michael Gracey, joining via video call, stated, \u201cBollywood cinema has had a profound influence on my work.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/static.pib.gov.in\/WriteReadData\/userfiles\/image\/20-OF-4OAL8.jpg\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/static.pib.gov.in\/WriteReadData\/userfiles\/image\/20-OF-4OAL8.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/p>\n<p><strong>A Musical Biography<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Directed by filmmaker Michael Gracey, Better Man is a musical biopic. The film is uniquely told from Robbie Williams\u2019 perspective, with Williams himself delivering a mesmerizing performance that captures his indomitable spirit, and electrifying stage presence.<\/p>\n<p>\u2018Better Man\u2019 captures the essence of Robbie Williams\u2019 life, exploring the duality of his public persona and private struggles. As the audience follows his rise to superstardom, they are invited into his introspective world\u2014a journey of finding solace in music and redefining what it means to truly live. Michael Gracey, celebrated for his work on The Greatest Showman (2017), delivers a film that is visually stunning. With Robbie Williams in the lead, the authenticity and vitality of the narrative are unparalleled, offering audiences a glimpse into the legend\u2019s soul like never before. In this musical biography of British pop legend Robbie Williams, Williams is played\u2014with startling vitality\u2014by none other than Williams himself! Uniquely told from Robbie\u2019s perspective, the film captures his signature wit and indomitable spirit. It follows Robbie\u2019s journey from childhood, to being the youngest member of chart-topping boyband Take That, through to his unparalleled achievements as a record-breaking solo artist \u2014 all the while confronting the challenges that stratospheric fame and success can bring.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/static.pib.gov.in\/WriteReadData\/userfiles\/image\/20-OF-5B4PX.jpg\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/static.pib.gov.in\/WriteReadData\/userfiles\/image\/20-OF-5B4PX.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/p>\n<p>The film is a feast for the senses, blending captivating performances, breathtaking visuals, and an unforgettable soundtrack featuring Robbie\u2019s greatest hits. Each scene pulsates with energy, drawing audiences into the highs and lows of an extraordinary life story.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/static.pib.gov.in\/WriteReadData\/userfiles\/image\/20-OF-69PG3.jpg\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/static.pib.gov.in\/WriteReadData\/userfiles\/image\/20-OF-69PG3.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/p>\n<p>The premiere of \u2018Better Man\u2019 was met with thunderous applause, cementing its place as one of the most memorable showcases at IFFI this year. Attendees praised the film for its honest portrayal of fame\u2019s challenges and its celebration of resilience and self-discovery.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/static.pib.gov.in\/WriteReadData\/userfiles\/image\/20-OF-74J1G.jpg\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/static.pib.gov.in\/WriteReadData\/userfiles\/image\/20-OF-74J1G.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><br \/>\n<br \/>[ad_2]<br \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[ad_1] Cinema, much like music, has the unparalleled ability to traverse borders and connect souls through the universal language of emotions. 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