SNL Spoofs Timothée Chalamet's Dylan Biopic

The upcoming biopic 'A Complete Unknown,' directed by James Mangold and starring Timothée Chalamet as Bob Dylan, chronicles Dylan's early career from his arrival in New York in 1961 to his rise at the Newport Folk Convention and the creation of 'Highway 61 Revisited.' The film depicts a pivotal moment where a young Dylan performs 'Song for Woody' for Woody Guthrie and Pete Seeger, showcasing his emergent talent. As the film's release approaches on Christmas Day, 'Saturday Night Live' humorously promoted it with a skit featuring celebrity impersonations, including Dylan, Springsteen, and Bono, who poked fun at trendy cultural references like 'Brat Summer.' The sketches served to highlight the film's anticipation while providing comedic commentary on the red-carpet premiere experience. Timothée Chalamet expressed the importance of capturing Dylan's essence and his connection to the cultural zeitgeist through his music. Overall, the film positions Dylan not just as a musician, but as a voice of a generation, reflective of societal issues.