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A Complete Unknown
Movie (2024)
New York, early 1960s. Against the backdrop of a vibrant music scene and tumultuous cultural upheaval, an enigmatic 19-year-old from Minnesota arrives in the West Village with his guitar and revolutionary talent, destined to change the course of American music.
Movie (2024)
New York, early 1960s. Against the backdrop of a vibrant music scene and tumultuous cultural upheaval, an enigmatic 19-year-old from Minnesota arrives in the West Village with his guitar and revolutionary talent, destined to change the course of American music.
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Sex & Nudity
Dylan has multiple sexual partners, characters kiss passionately, and couples lie in bed with implied sex. A woman is shown in underwear with breasts partly visible.
Violence & Gore
Characters are punched in the face, fighting occurs, concert crowds get unruly, a car crashes, and violent TV news footage shows murder, riots, and persecution.
Profanity
Strong language includes uses of f--k, s--t, a--hole, goddamn, damn, jerk, and exclamations of Jesus and Christ, plus a middle-finger gesture.
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
Characters smoke cigarettes frequently, beer and other alcohol are consumed, characters appear drunk, and a blues musician talks frequently about drinking.
Frightening Scenes
Violent TV news footage depicts murder, riots, and persecution, while concert crowds can get angry, unruly, and throw items.
Other things to know
A Coca-Cola bottle and vending machine are seen, and Bugle crackers are mentioned.
Positives & learning
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Positive messages
Stands up for what you believe in when told no.
Role models
Bob Dylan is extremely talented and idolized, but also depicted as reticent, unpleasant, impersonal, selfish, and entitled.
Representation
Features a White Jewish protagonist whose heritage isn't discussed, powerful real-life women, a Japanese actress playing Pete Seeger's wife, and a few Black musicians.
Learning
Families can discuss A Complete Unknown's themes. Why did Bob Dylan break the rules at the Newport Folk Festival? What did he gain from it? How does history view this event?
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