Yesterday, the first official trailer for the Bob Dylan biopic A Complete Unknown was released, and it stars Timothée Chalamet as the legendary musician. Directed by James Mangold, the film explores Dylan’s famous shift from folk music to electric rock, marking a pivotal moment in his career and the broader ’60s counterculture movement.
A Complete Unknown is part of a recent trend in cinema where biopics about musicians are making waves. Following the success of films like Bohemian Rhapsody (2018) and Elvis (2022), which blended actors’ performances with original recordings, this film is similarly focused on capturing Dylan’s essence. Bob Dylan himself is reportedly closely involved with the project, even providing unreleased recordings to help Chalamet nail the role.
So, what about the vocals in the trailer? Are they Dylan’s own recordings, or is it Chalamet’s imitation? It turns out that the voice you hear in the trailer is indeed Timothée Chalamet doing a remarkable impersonation of Dylan. James Mangold confirmed this at Star Wars Celebration 2023, saying Chalamet will be performing his own vocals for the film.
Vocal coach Eric Vetro, who previously worked with Chalamet for Wonka, is also involved in A Complete Unknown. Vetro praised Chalamet’s ability to switch between different characters and voices, noting how the actor seamlessly transitions from one role to another, highlighting his versatility and talent.
