A Complete Unknown - Best Picture Rankings

In this musically rich episode of The Rank: Best Picture Edition, hosts John and Zac dive into A Complete Unknown (2024), a biopic chronicling the early years of Bob Dylan’s rise to fame. From his arrival in New York’s folk scene to the groundbreaking (and controversial) moment when he went electric at the Newport Folk Festival, the film explores Dylan’s artistic evolution and the cultural shockwaves he created. With their signature humor and insightful analysis, John and Zac break down the film’s performances, historical accuracy, and its portrayal of one of music’s most enigmatic figures. Tune in for a thoughtful discussion as they rank A Complete Unknown and decide where it stands among the Best Picture nominees! 🎸🎤🎶 E-mail your fan questions, comments, and suggestions to [email protected]. Support the show by becoming a patron at Patreon.com/TheRankPodcast. Check out The Rank's website for up-to-date rankings at TheRankwithJohnandZac.com. To skip to specific segments: 00:00:00 - Intro Clip 00:05:56 - Potent Notables 00:15:49 - Movie Overview 00:25:50 - The Rank