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Monday Matinee “A Complete Unknown” (2024)

Published: April 10, 2025; Aithor: Julia Sonrisa

When: April 14, 2025
Where: St. Agnes Library

Address: 444 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10024

Phone: +1 212-621-0619

Directed by James Mangold, “A Complete Unknown” is a biographical drama that chronicles the early years of legendary musician Bob Dylan’s rise to fame. The film stars Timothée Chalamet as Dylan, capturing his transformation from a young folk singer in Minnesota to a revolutionary voice of the 1960s counterculture. Set against the backdrop of Greenwich Village’s vibrant folk scene, the story follows Dylan’s artistic evolution, his complex relationships with figures like Joan Baez (Monica Barbaro) and Pete Seeger, and the pivotal moment he “goes electric” at the 1965 Newport Folk Festival — a decision that shocked fans and redefined music. With a mix of rebellion, ambition, and artistic genius, the film explores Dylan’s struggle to stay true to himself while navigating fame, politics, and the expectations of a generation.

Time: 2:00-4:00 pm EST

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