The Craft Of ‘A Complete Unknown’: Creating “Authentic Folk Music Quality” With Cinematography, Editing, Production & Costume Design

Story by Ryan Fleming

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The untold story behind the making of a Dylan biopic that captures the 'authentic folk music quality' of the man and his era.

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Director Andrew Buckland and cinematographer Phedon Papamichael crafted a visual style that recreates the 'unknowable past' of Bob Dylan, giving the film a raw, documentary-like feel.
Costume designer Arianne Phillips and production designer Francois Audouy immersed the cast and crew in the 1960s folk scene, sourcing vintage clothes and building sets that transport viewers to the iconic Newport Folk Festival.

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Bob Dylan, Andrew Buckland, Phedon Papamichael, Arianne Phillips, Francois Audouy, Newport Folk Festival, A Complete Unknown