The upcoming and highly anticipated Bob Dylan biopic “A Complete Unknown” has found its Joan Baez in Monica Barbaro, who you would know from Tom Cruise’s Top Gun: Maverick. Directed by James Mangold, with its script written by Jay Cocks and Mangold, A Complete Unknown is expected to start filming in August of 2023 with no release date yet.
This isn’t your ordinary biopic, folks. No, sir, this one promises to take you on a wild ride through the life and times of one of the greatest musicians of all time. From his humble beginnings in Minnesota to his meteoric rise to fame in the Greenwich Village folk scene, we’ll get to see it all.
This movie has got some serious star power. The man himself may be a complete unknown, but the cast is anything but. We’re talking A-listers here. We’re talking about the likes of Timothée Chalamet AND Monica Barbaro.
So get ready to be transported back in time to a world of protest songs, social upheaval, and counterculture rebellion. Here’s everything we know about the biopic and its cast.
Timothée Chalamet and Bob Dylan (Credits: Popsugar)Cast
Timothée Chalamet
One of Hollywood’s biggest heartthrobs; Timothée Chalamet rose to fame in 2017 after debuting in “Call Me By Your Name”, stealing hearts and earning critical acclaim for his portrayal of a young man coming of age and discovering his sexuality. From his brooding turn as King Henry V in “The King” to his adorable and endearing portrayal of Laurie in “Little Women,” Chalamet has established his place in the entertainment industry.
The “Dune” star’s experience spans various forms of roles, and there’s no doubt he will portray Dylan perfectly; even taking guitar lessons as he will be doing his own singing!
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Monica Barbaro
A triple threat with undeniable talent, mesmerizing beauty, and an intoxicating personality, Monica Barbaro acted in hit TV shows like “Chicago P.D.” and “The Good Cop,” or from her scene-stealing role in the blockbuster movie “Top Gun: Maverick.” She is also set to take a lead role in the upcoming Netflix series, “FUBAR,” alongside Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Barbaro is in the final stages of taking on the role of Joan Baez, a folk singer, and activist who performed “Blowin’ in the Wind” at the music festival.
Who is Bob Dylan?
Bob Dylan is an enduring figure of folk rock and cultural history, with a career spanning over six decades. Known for his distinctive raspy voice, poetic lyrics, and mastery of the harmonica, he has become a true icon of music. Dylan wrote himself in history 1960s with hits like “Blowin’ in the Wind” and “The Times They Are A-Changin’.” He was the voice of a generation, inspiring a flood of social and political activism.
Over the years, Dylan’s music has evolved, adding elements of rock to the blues and even gospel. He’s released countless albums and won numerous awards, including the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2016. From Jimi Hendrix to the Beatles, his impact on popular culture is undeniable.
So whether you’re a die-hard fan or just discovering his music, Bob Dylan is a name you need to know.
More about A Complete Unknown
The film by Searchlight Pictures, initially titled “Going Electric” but now known as “A Complete Unknown,” was announced in the summer of 2020 with the approval of Bob Dylan himself. In a recent interview with Collider, the director James Mangold, who previously directed “Girl, Interrupted” and “Walk the Line,” confirmed that Timothée Chalamet will definitely sing Bob Dylan’s classic songs in the movie.
Timothée is slated to play the musician during the phase of his life and musical journey when he abandoned his acoustic folk roots in favor of rock ‘n’ roll, creating a ruckus in the old days.
“It’s been a wonderful experience getting to dive into that world.”, Timothée told Variety in an interview. The actor has hired a vocal coach. Eric Vetro, who previously helped Austin Butler embody the role of Elvis. Three years after revealing that Chalamet will play Dylan, director James Mangold claimed A Complete Unknown is expected to start filming in August 2023 with no release date.
Monica Barbaro and Timothée Chalamet (Credits: Sky News)“It’s such an amazing time in American culture and the story of a young, 19-year-old Bob Dylan coming to New York with like two dollars in his pocket and becoming a worldwide sensation within three years,” Mangold told Collider. “It’s such an interesting true story and about such an interesting moment in the American scene.”
Other characters like the folk musicians and activists Woody Guthrie and Pete Seeger will also be represented in the film; we just don’t know yet who will portray them. So tell us, are you excited?
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