Timothée Chalamet, the Oscar-nominated actor chosen to portray legendary musician Bob Dylan in the upcoming biopic “A Complete Unknown,” delighted Minnesota fans with a surprise visit to the city ahead of a private screening.
Chalamet embraced the Minneapolis experience, strolling through the vibrant Dinkytown neighborhood and snapping photos with enthusiastic fans who recognized the heartthrob actor they knew from films like “Call Me By Your Name” and “Dune.”
He even made a stop at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus, where he observed the marching band rehearse.
Videos of Chalamet tapping his foot to their rendition of Dylan’s “All Along the Watchtower” surfaced on social media, and the band was later scheduled to perform at a private party following the film screening.
Dylan Offers His Blessing, Chalamet’s Exuberance Explodes
Chalamet’s excitement about the project was palpable as he documented his trip on Instagram. He shared photos, including a scenic shot from Huntington Bank Stadium and a snapshot of the Varsity Theater, which proudly advertised “A Complete Unknown” with its Christmas Day release date. Just days before his arrival in Minnesota, Chalamet received a special message of support from Dylan himself.
“Timmy’s a brilliant actor so I’m sure he’s going to be completely believable as me,” Dylan posted, adding playfully, “Or a younger me. Or some other me.”
Overwhelmed with gratitude and anticipation, Chalamet’s Instagram story erupted with a torrent of verbs: “Screaming,” “crying,” and even a slightly humorous “pooping” perfectly captured the actor’s unrestrained joy.
Singing Like Dylan: A Tall Order?
While Chalamet’s acting prowess is widely acknowledged, his ability to convincingly portray Dylan and replicate his unique singing voice has been a subject of debate among fans and critics.
Some questioned whether the young actor could truly embody the grit and depth of the iconic folk singer.
What prompted Timothée Chalamet’s surprise visit to Minneapolis?
## From “Dune” to Dylan: Timothée Chalamet Rocks Minneapolis
Today we’re joined by local arts journalist, **Angela Ramirez**, who was on the scene during Timothée Chalamet’s whirlwind visit to Minneapolis. Angela, welcome!
**Angela:** Thanks for having me!
**Host:** Timothée Chalamet is starring as Bob Dylan in a new biopic. What prompted this surprise visit to Minneapolis?
**Angela:** It seems Chalamet wanted to get in touch with the Midwestern spirit, perhaps drawing inspiration from Dylan’s roots. He attended a private screening of “A Complete Unknown” and really embraced the city before heading back to filming.
**Host:** What did he get up to while he was here?
**Angela:** He strolled through the vibrant Dinkytown neighborhood, taking photos with fans who were thrilled to encounter him. He even visited the University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus and was caught on video enjoying the marching band rehearsal. [[1](https://www.mprnews.org/story/2024/12/05/timothe-chalamet-set-to-appear-minneapolis-theater-promote-bob-dylan-biopic)]
**Host:** That’s amazing! Sounds like he really immersed himself in the local scene. Do you think this visit will generate more buzz for the upcoming film?
**Angela:** Definitely. Chalamet is a huge star, and this kind of personal touch goes a long way with fans. People love to see actors connect with their communities, and it creates a sense of anticipation for the project.
**Host:** Well, we’ll be eagerly awaiting the release of “A Complete Unknown.” Thanks for sharing your insights, Angela!
**Angela:** My pleasure!
