The script was penned by Simon Gleeson, Oliver Cole andMichael Gracey.
Gracey directs the uniquely personal film about Williams, capturing his wit, resilience, and extraordinary journey.
But the script never strayed too far from its foundation in those initial voice recordings.
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We discussed the recordings and picked out our favorite moments in the stories Rob was telling, recalls Cole.
Michael then asked us to come to Sydney for 11 days and nights, and we wrote constantly.
The allure of showbiz proved too strong for Williams father, leading him to leave the family.
In all of Robs stories, I was drawn to the father-son aspect of it, says Gracey.
Someone once said that all rock stars are sons on stage crying out for their dads.
Its a very satisfying, unique and true element to Robs story.
Check out their script below.
