A Complete Unknown is not a traditional biopic. Starring Timothée Chalamet, the film immerses us in Bob Dylan’s early days in New York’s vibrant 1960s music scene, exploring his evolution as an artist and his intense relationship with Suze Rotolo. Here are five fun facts about this production that is already making waves:

1. Timothée Chalamet sings and plays instruments in the film

Far from relying on playback, Chalamet fully embraced the role: he not only sings in the movie but also learned to play the guitar and banjo to portray Dylan more authentically.

2. It’s not a classic biopic

According to Rolling Stone en Español, A Complete Unknown does not aim to be a precise reconstruction of Dylan’s life. Instead, it focuses on capturing the spirit of his artistic transformation at a pivotal moment in his career.

3. Suze Rotolo, a key figure

The film highlights Dylan’s relationship with Suze Rotolo, his girlfriend at the time, who played a crucial role in shaping his commitment to social causes and protest music, as noted by EuropaFM.

4. From acoustic poet to electric icon

Filo News points out that one of the film’s central themes is Dylan’s transition from his acoustic folk phase to a more electric and disruptive sound, which marked a turning point in rock history.

5. Box office success

With over $100 million grossed worldwide, according to figures shared on Facebook, A Complete Unknown has attracted not only longtime Dylan fans but also a new generation eager to learn about his story.