Timothée Chalamet Shines as Bob Dylan in Berlinale Premiere of 'Like a Complete Unknown'

The biopic highlights Dylan's early 1960s rise but receives mixed reviews for its narrative execution despite Chalamet's acclaimed performance.

Timothée Chalamet stars as Bob Dylan in James Mangold's biopic 'Like a Complete Unknown,' focusing on Dylan's early career from his New York arrival to the Newport Folk Festival in 1965.
Chalamet's portrayal, praised for its authenticity, includes live performances of Dylan's music and meticulous attention to the singer's mannerisms and voice.
Critics commend Chalamet and the supporting cast, including Elle Fanning and Edward Norton, but criticize the film's lack of a cohesive narrative and underdeveloped subplots.
The film explores Dylan's artistic evolution and tensions with the folk movement but struggles to provide fresh insights into the well-documented life of the music legend.
While the music remains a standout feature, some reviewers argue that Dylan's complexity and legacy are better captured in alternative portrayals, such as Todd Haynes' 'I'm Not There.'