Timothée Chalamet recently expressed his enthusiasm for the idea of creating a musical cinematic universe, inspired by the potential crossover of characters from different music biopics. In a conversation with NME, Chalamet mentioned his desire to see Austin Butler's portrayal of Elvis Presley in the upcoming Bob Dylan film, 'A Complete Unknown.'
Butler, who received critical acclaim for his performance as Presley in Baz Luhrmann's recent film, expressed his excitement for the Dylan project and his admiration for Chalamet's work. Chalamet, set to play Dylan in the film directed by James Mangold, shared his interest in the concept of a shared universe involving iconic music legends.
The idea of a musical cinematic universe was further fueled by Chalamet's reference to a brief appearance of an Elvis character in the Johnny Cash biopic 'Walk the Line.' The actors' collaboration in 'Dune: Part Two' added to the anticipation surrounding their potential involvement in future projects.
'A Complete Unknown,' initially titled 'Going Electric,' has been in the works since early 2020, with Mangold at the helm. Chalamet's deep dive into Dylan's legacy and his conversations with Butler hint at a mutual respect for the music icons they portray on screen.
Chalamet's portrayal of Paul Atreides and Butler's role as Feyd-Rautha Harkonnen in Denis Villeneuve's 'Dune' franchise have showcased their versatility as actors, setting the stage for their collaboration in the realm of music biopics.
As fans eagerly anticipate the release of 'A Complete Unknown' and the potential expansion of a musical cinematic universe, Chalamet and Butler's shared passion for portraying music legends promises an exciting future for their on-screen collaborations.
