‘Is That Timmy Or Bob?’: The Wild Story Behind The A Complete Unknown Cast Hearing Timothée Chalamet Doing His Bob Dylan Voice For The First Time

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As a film enthusiast who has witnessed the meteoric rise of Timothée Chalamet since his breakout role in “Call Me By Your Name”, I must say that his portrayal of Bob Dylan in “A Complete Unknown” is nothing short of remarkable. Having followed his career closely, I can confidently say that this performance might just be the highlight of his already impressive repertoire.

Since Timothée Chalamet’s Oscar-nominated role in 2017’s “Call Me By Your Name,” his acting career has been steadily climbing in Hollywood with impressive momentum. His latest film, “A Complete Unknown” directed by James Mangold, showcases Chalamet’s portrayal of Bob Dylan that not only captures the essence but also resonates deeply. Critics are particularly impressed by his performance, and his castmates have been equally amazed by his singing as Dylan in the movie. Interestingly, they couldn’t distinguish between Chalamet’s recordings and those of Dylan himself.

Monica Barbaro, who is famously recognized as Phoenix from “Top Gun: Maverick,” delivers an exceptional performance as folk singer and collaborator of Bob Dylan, Joan Baez, in the movie. During our conversation about “A Complete Unknown,” she shared a fascinating story about her initial encounter with Timothée Chalamet portraying Dylan. When I spoke to her, she revealed that hearing his voice was so similar to the real Dylan’s that it momentarily threw her off balance while they were recording together.

The first time I heard any version of Timmy as Bob Dylan was in the recording studio because we were doing pre-records and I was dueting to his voice. And there were a couple moments where I was like, ‘Wait, sorry, is that Timmy or is that Bob?’ And I was like, ‘Holy shit.’

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In an age where musical biopics are dominating the movie scene, it can be challenging for a performance to make an impact. Yet, Timothée Chalamet has excelled and delivered one of his finest performances to date. Early predictions indicate that he’s the leading contender for Best Actor at the 2025 Academy Awards.

As a movie critic, I must admit that the acclaim surrounding this recent musical biopic isn’t entirely unexpected. James Mangold’s 2005 blockbuster “Walk the Line” seems to have sparked the trend for such films.

In “At Midnight,” Timothée Chalamet and the alum had to put their utmost effort into their performances, as the complex love-hate dynamic between their characters is pivotal to the movie. If they didn’t share such palpable chemistry, the story wouldn’t have resonated. Monica Barbaro sensed this from the beginning, as she noted that working with Chalamet through pre-recordings gave her an advantage during filming.

Prior to our personal encounter, I was already greatly impressed by Timmy’s work. Luckily, I had the opportunity to collaborate with him to some extent before we actually worked together in person.

It’s tough not to admire two actors who are deeply dedicated to their profession. In fact, I’d contend that we’ll continue discussing the remarkable performances delivered by Timothée Chalamet, Monica Barbaro, and their fellow cast members in James Mangold’s latest production for many years to come.

Right now, you could catch me in the thrill of watching “A Complete Unknown” at your local cinema! It’s a potential gem that might just top this year’s impressive movie lineup. And as we approach the end of the year, don’t forget to keep an eye on the promising films slated for release in 2025 – they’re shaping up to be quite a spectacle!

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2024-12-28 17:39