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Bob Dylan biopic to be screened in Alston as part of film and music collaboration
A Bob Dylan biopic will be screened as part of a special film and music collaboration in Alston.
Alston Moor Film and Alston Live have joined forces for the first time to present A Complete Unknown, which will be shown at Alston Town Hall on Friday, July 4, as part of the Alston Live 2025 programme.
Steve Bentley, from Alston Moor Film, said: "We are delighted to be working with Alston Live on the screening of A Complete Unknown.
"This musical biopic about the rise of Bob Dylan was well chosen by the public and fits in perfectly with the rest of the festival.
"We hope people enjoy the film and we're sure it won't be the last time the two organisations work together."
The film, directed by James Mangold and starring Timothée Chalamet, tells the story of Bob Dylan's early career in 1961 New York.
At just 19, the young Bob Dylan arrived in the city and quickly made his mark on the Greenwich Village music scene.
The event will begin at 7pm, with the film starting at around 7.30pm.
Admission is £7.50, payable by cash or card.
The film is rated 15 and is expected to finish around 10.15pm.
Ahead of the screening, acoustic duo Benson 'n' Edges will perform live music in the town hall.
A licensed bar will be open throughout the evening, offering a range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
Alston Live will return to Tyne Willows Recreation Ground on Friday, July 18, and Saturday, July 19.
Tickets for the festival are available to buy during the evening at the screening.
They are priced at £25 per day or £40 for both days.
Full details of the music line-up and further information about the festival can be found at or by visiting the Alston Live Facebook page.
