A Complete Unknown

“Timothée Chalamet is too bland, insipid, milquetoast, and vanilla to play larger-than-life Bob Dylan. Even if A Complete Unknown (2024) is about Dylan’s humble beginnings, you still need someone who can hint at the greatness to come. Then again, this Bob Dylan is referred to as both a “jerk” and an “asshole.” If that’s the vibe co-writer/director James Mangold was aiming for, then Chalamet’s casting is spot on. No need to go method on this one; just be your usual rebarbative ...”

“Tribute biographies have become an increasingly popular film genre in recent years, though, truthfully, they’re not all of the same caliber. Content and authenticity play significant roles in their overall quality, but, as experience has shown, these traits can vary widely, depending on the picture. As for writer-director James Mangold’s homage to musician-folk singer-songwriter Bob Dylan (Oscar nominee Timothée Chalamet), the film presents viewers with a mixed bag on these f...”

“Bob Dylan fans should know that director James Mangold’s “A Complete Unknown” isn’t trying to do an in-depth study of the folk music legend, but it’s a solid ride for anyone who loves his music or is curious about his early days. The film gives us a peek into the ‘60s when Dylan was just starting to make waves, showing him as this enigmatic, difficult, and very self-absorbed figure who was about to change the music world for the better. A real treat for fans of Dylan’s mus...”