Timothée Chalamet Stars as Bob Dylan in New Biopic 'A Complete Unknown'

The film explores Dylan's early career, his rise in the 1960s folk scene, and his controversial shift to electric music.

Directed by James Mangold, 'A Complete Unknown' focuses on Bob Dylan's journey from his arrival in New York City in 1961 to his pivotal 1965 Newport Folk Festival performance.
Timothée Chalamet portrays Dylan, performing his own singing and fully immersing himself in the role, including adopting Dylan's voice and mannerisms on and off set.
The film also highlights Dylan's relationships with Joan Baez, played by Monica Barbaro, and Sylvie Russo, portrayed by Elle Fanning, who is inspired by real-life muse Suze Rotolo.
Mangold collaborated closely with Dylan during the scriptwriting process, receiving notes and insights from the music legend, though it remains unclear if Dylan will watch the film.
The movie captures the cultural and political impact of Dylan's music, as well as the broader folk music community's role in activism during the 1960s.