“We all need heroes to relate to”

Robbie Williams spoke about the influence PlaceboNancy Boy influenced him.

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The 1997 track was the fourth single from their self-titled debut album. Using a homophobic slur in the title, it explored fluid sexuality and drugs, which Williams said “left him confused.”

In a short clip taken from his appearance in the documentary. Placebo: search for meaninghe pondered the meaning of the song. “The melodies, the voice, the lyrics, the meaning, the depth, the meaning,” he said. “You know we all need heroes to relate to and aspire to, and for many, and for me, that comes through in Brian (Molko).”

The film, directed by BAFTA Award winner Oscar Sansom and set to screen in October, features candid interviews with the band as well as CCTV-style footage from celebrity fans including Benedict Cumberbatch. Yungblud, GarbageShirley Manson and idle movementsJoe Talbot and a live performance of tracks from the band’s 2022 album.Never let Me Go‘.

In addition to touching on the band’s history, it dives deeper into Placebo’s meaning, purpose, philosophy and influence over the band’s 30-year existence.

Last month frontman Brian Molko and bassist-guitarist Stefan Olsdal appeared at the film’s premiere to discuss its themes. – which include addiction, mental health, gender politics, and rare and never-before-seen footage from the film chronicling the group’s relationship with David Bowie.

“Inviting Benedict Cumberbatch to this event was a real coup,” Molko said at the event. “He was a man we found out about through mutual friends who was a big fan of his. So it’s great to be so surprised.

“One of my favorite moments was when David Bowie asked the question: “What motivates a musician to do this extremely antisocial act?” He asked a question and Robbie (Williams) answers the question. This is a good example of us trying to do something that plays with form.”

Recalling discussions about mental health in the early 2000s, Molko reflected: “It wasn’t a conversation at all,” adding: “It was just, ‘Get your act together, get on stage.’” What we’re doing can make your mental health very, very fragile.”

Williams has made similar remarks throughout his career, most recently after the death of Liam Payne, stating that “his trials and tribulations were very similar to mine.”

former Take this member has previously spoken out about his history of self-harm and depression and urged people to be more “careful” about the comments they make about those in the public eye.

Placebo: search for meaning will be broadcast worldwide throughout November. Visit here for more information.