A Complete Known: Artistic License in the Bob Dylan Biopic

Format B/C

Dive into the artistic freedom behind “A Complete Unknown”, a biopic that brings Bob Dylan’s turbulent life to the screen. This class explores how the film blends reality with creative liberties, from Dylan’s relationships with influential girlfriends to iconic concert moments that defined his career. Examine how the filmmakers balance historical truth with symbolic storytelling, crafting a narrative that captures Dylan’s essence while taking artistic license with key events. Perfect for Dylan fans, along with film, music, and history enthusiasts, this class offers a deeper understanding of how A Complete Unknown weaves fact with fiction.

This course is a precursor to fundraiser SE 15 on Saturday August 23. Join us for the movie screening and lunch!

Friday, July 25; 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Presenter: Howard Mirowitz, OLLI’s resident Bob Dylan expert, and longtime OLLI member. See his previous recorded lectures on the poetry of Bob Dylan on the OLLI Remote Learning Center.

Developer: Sherri Nussbaum