Like a handful of other actors in recent musician biopics, Chalamet completely transformed into his character.
Interestingly, Cash was portrayed by Boyd Holbrook inA Complete Unknown, in a supporting role.
Released nearly two decades ago,Walk the Linestars Joaquin Phoenix as the legendary singer from Kingsland, Arkansas.
The film was released just two years after Cash died in 2003.
Walk the Linewas nominated for 5 Oscars and won Reese Witherspoon her first and only Best Actress Academy Award.
Similar toA Complete Unknown,Walk the Line’stitle is taken from one of its protagonist’s songs.
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Inside Llewyn Davisis one of the best movies written and directed by The Coen Brothers.
It follows the talented but struggling folk singer Llewyn Davis, played by Oscar Isaac.
While Llewyn Davis is a fictional character, he was loosely inspired by real-life folk singer Dave Van Ronk.
Crazy Heart’ssoundtrack features music by T Bone Burnett, who also worked onInside Llewyn Davis.
Rooted in classic Western themes,Crazy Heartis a story about addiction, similar toWalk the Line.
The film ultimately cuts more deeply thanA Complete Unknownand is one of the best films of its kind.
The biggest similarity betweenA Complete UnknownandA Star is Bornis the seamless blending of story and music throughout each film.
Interestingly,A Star Is Bornwas also nominated for 8 Oscars.
Suffice it to say, Rocketman is a must-watch for Elton John’s fans.
Begin Againis also perfectly accompanied by great original soundtrack music, with some songs still comforting favorites among fans.
