Timothée Chalamet is set to portray the iconic musician Bob Dylan in an upcoming biopic titled A Complete Unknown. The film will delve into Dylan's early life and career, chronicling his rise to fame during the 1960s. Originally announced in January 2020, filming for the project commenced in New York City, with Chalamet spotted in character on set.
Chalamet, known for his recent role in Wonka, will showcase his singing abilities once again in the biopic, with his vocal coach expressing confidence in his talent. The coach emphasized that Chalamet's portrayal of Dylan is not mere impersonation but a genuine embodiment of the legendary musician.
The movie, initially named Going Electric, will focus on Dylan's controversial shift to the electric guitar in the '60s and his journey to becoming a folk music icon. The narrative will follow a 19-year-old Dylan navigating the folk music scene in NYC and securing a record deal with Columbia Records.
Joining Chalamet in the cast are Edward Norton as folk singer Pete Seeger, Elle Fanning as Sylvie Russo, Monica Barbaro as Joan Baez, Nick Offerman as Alan Lomax, and Boyd Holbrook as Johnny Cash. The biopic is under the direction of James Mangold, known for his work on Ford v Ferrari.
The film promises to be a musical, with Chalamet lending his vocals to perform some of Dylan's most renowned songs. Despite facing delays due to the 2023 SAG-AFTRA strike, filming officially commenced in March 2024, offering fans a glimpse of Chalamet in character on the streets of NYC.
A Complete Unknown is highly anticipated by fans eager to witness Chalamet's transformation into the legendary Bob Dylan. As of now, the biopic does not have a confirmed release date, leaving audiences eagerly awaiting further updates on this exciting project.
