Hugh Jackman gives A Complete Unknown his own seal of approval

Timothee Chalamet's performance in The Complete Unknown has been one of the most talked-about performances of the last year, and rightly so. Chalamet's portrayal of folk musician Bob Dylan was a highly praised one, earning him accolades and acclaim as the film went on to get eight nominations at this year's Oscars, including a Best Actor nomination for Chalamet and a Best Picture nomination for the film.

As heartfelt critical responses continue to flow in, Hugh Jackman has given his review of the film as the actor took to X to share his thoughts on A Complete Unknown, calling it extraordinary and its nominations rightly deserved.

On X/ @realhughjackman, the actor wrote

"I’m so blown away by my good friend Jim Mangold’s movie, A Complete Unknown. Every aspect of it is extraordinary. All the nominations are richly deserved. It touched me deeply. Bravo, bravo, bravo."

Dylan himself has also sent his seal of approval when it comes to Chalamet's performance, as the singer wrote about Timothee's performance in the film and even praised the title.

“There’s a movie about me opening soon called A Complete Unknown (what a title!). Timothée Chalamet is starring in the lead role. Timmy’s a brilliant actor so I’m sure he’s going to be completely believable as me. Or a younger me. Or some other me."

Timothee Chalamet's performance in A Complete Unknown

Timothee Chalamet's casting in the film had initially garnered disappointment from fans who called him out for being a misfit in the film. Soon after, as the first look and teasers were released, the actor received widespread approval from fans as he gave one of the best performances of his life in the role.

Not just nailing Bob Dylan's mannerisms, voice, and personality, Chalamet also took voice lessons and sang his own songs in the film.

The film also stars Elle Fanning as Sylvie Russo, Dylan's romantic interest; Monica Barbaro as Joan Naez, Edward Norton as Pete Seeger and Charlie Tahan as Al Kooper. Directed and written by James Mongold, the film is based on the biographical novel Dylan Goes Electric! by Elijah Wald.

A Complete Unknown has been one of the top contenders across awards season as the film continues to sweep nominations. As of now, Chalamet is a buzzing nominee for this year's Best Actor Oscar as many outlets make wild predictions that he might just lift his first Academy Award this year.

The film has not yet been released on any OTT platform.