Music and film fans alike are celebrating after legendary singer-songwriter Bob Dylan expressed his approval of Timothée Chalamet’s role in the upcoming biopic, A Complete Unknown. Dylan’s rare public support shared on X (formerly Twitter) has created a wave of excitement as audiences eagerly await the film’s release on December 25.
In his post on December 4, Dylan referred to Chalamet as a “fantastic actor” and jokingly mentioned the challenge of portraying “me, or younger than me, or anyone else.” The folk icon also praised the film’s source material, Dylan Goes Electric, by Elijah Wald, describing it as a “brilliant retelling” of the events leading up to his infamous 1965 Newport Folk Festival performance, where he famously sang ‘Electric’. They went.
Fans’ reactions to Dylan’s support
The post quickly gained popularity on social media, with fans expressing excitement and gratitude for Dylan’s candid comments. “I will see. Thanks for the recommendation, Bob,” one user commented, while another wrote, “I hope it lives up to your exacting standards, Bob! merry christmas!”
The warm reception underscores the anticipation for A Complete Unknown, directed by James Mangold and starring Chalamet as well as an impressive ensemble cast, including Elle Fanning, Monica Barbero, Edward Norton, and Boyd Holbrook.
Timothée Chalamet’s transformative performance
Timothée Chalamet is earning widespread praise for his portrayal of Dylan, with early buzz suggesting that his performance could be career-defining.
Elle Fanning, who plays a character inspired by Dylan’s girlfriend and muse Suze Rotolo, described Chalamet’s performance as “extraordinary” during a recent panel. “I remember crying the first time I heard him sing as Dylan,” she shared, underscoring the emotional depth Chalamet brought to the role.
Journalist Scott Menzel called it “the performance of the year”, highlighting how Chalamet embodies Dylan’s unique voice, mannerisms, and nuances.
Anticipation remains for the biopic
As the release date of A Complete Unknown approaches, Dylan’s support adds a layer of authenticity and excitement to the already significant discussion of the film. Fans of Dylan and Chalamet alike are eager to see this cinematic exploration of an important era in music history.
At the Gotham Awards on December 2, where Chalamet and Mangold were honored, the actor reflected on the transformative experience of stepping into Dylan’s shoes. He said, “Studying and becoming immersed in the world of Bob Dylan has been the greatest education for a young artist.”
