Bob Dylan’s 2024 Film ‘A Complete Unknown’ Starring Timothée Chalamet

After its initial announcement in 2020, producing “A Complete Unknown“ faced numerous delays due to the pandemic and the Hollywood actors’ and writers’ strike. Despite these setbacks, the film garnered significant support from Bob Dylan, who provided detailed script notes to the director, James Mangold.

The first images from “A Complete Unknown,” a biopic about Bob Dylan’s life, have been released. They featured actor Timothée Chalamet performing “A Hard Rain’s A-Gonna Fall.” On Wednesday, the film’s first trailer was unveiled, giving audiences a glimpse into the movie’s portrayal of Dylan’s early years.

Set against the vibrant backdrop of New York City in the early 1960s, the movie follows the rise to fame of the 19-year-old Bob Dylan. The film is slated for release in U.S. theaters in December 2024.

In the newly released teaser, Timothée Chalamet—known for his roles in Dune, Wonka, and Call Me by Your Name—brings the legendary American singer-songwriter to life. According to IndieWire, Chalamet also took guitar lessons to prepare for the role.

“A Complete Unknown” is directed by James Mangold, who is renowned for his work on Girl, Interrupted, Logan, and Ford v Ferrari. Mangold also directed Walk the Line, a 2005 film about another folk legend, Johnny Cash, played by Joaquin Phoenix.

Chalamet will be joined by Elle Fanning, who plays Sylvie Russo (a stand-in for Suze Rotolo, Bob Dylan’s former girlfriend), Monica Barbaro as Joan Baez, and Edward Norton as Pete Seeger.

Timothée Chalamet Trivia

1. Early Start in Acting: Timothée Chalamet began his acting career at a young age. His first notable role was in the 2012 TV series Homeland, and his performance in the series earned him recognition early in his career.
   
   
2. Oscar Nomination: Chalamet received an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor for his role in Call Me by Your Name (2017), making him one of the youngest actors ever to be nominated.
   
   
3. Multilingual Skills: Chalamet is fluent in both French and English. He spent part of his childhood in France, where he attended French schools, contributing to his language proficiency.
   
   
4. Guitar Skills: For his role in A Complete Unknown, Chalamet took guitar lessons to portray Bob Dylan’s musical talent accurately.
   
   
5. Fashion Icon: Known for his unique and bold fashion sense, Chalamet has become a style icon, often making headlines for his red-carpet outfits and fashion choices.

Bob Dylan Trivia

1. Nobel Prize in Literature: Bob Dylan was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2016, making him the first musician to receive this prestigious honor. The award recognized his significant impact on modern culture through songwriting and lyrics.
   
   
2. Prolific Songwriter: Dylan has written over 600 songs covering various genres and topics. His extensive catalog includes iconic songs like “Blowin’ in the Wind” and “Like a Rolling Stone.”
   
   
3. Alias and Name Change: Bob Dylan was born Robert Zimmerman. He adopted the stage name “Bob Dylan” as a tribute to poet Dylan Thomas. Dylan legally changed his name to Robert Dylan in the 1960s.
   
   
4. Early Influence: Dylan’s early music was heavily influenced by folk, blues, and rock ’n’ roll. His work has been credited with helping to shape the folk music revival of the 1960s.
   
   
5. Artistic Ventures: Dylan is also a visual artist. In addition to his music career, he has released several art books and exhibited his artwork in galleries worldwide.