Screen Test [ST83]: Bob Dylan
Screen Test [ST83]: Bob Dylan

Screen Test [ST83]: Bob Dylan

1965Movie4 minEnglish

Bob Dylan's screen test for Andy Warhol, filmed January 23, 1965.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: John McNaughtonGenres: Documentary, Short

Plot Summary

This brief film captures Bob Dylan in a series of still shots, intercut with moments of him miming to his own recordings. He appears in various settings, seemingly responding to unseen prompts, creating an enigmatic portrait of the artist.

Critical Reception

As a brief, experimental piece, 'Screen Test' is more of a curio than a widely reviewed film. It's appreciated by Dylan enthusiasts for its unconventional glimpse into the musician's persona during a pivotal era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Offers a stark, almost detached visual of Dylan.
  • An early, experimental exploration of the artist's image.
  • More of an art piece than a traditional documentary.

Google audience: Audience feedback is scarce for this short film, but it is generally viewed as an interesting, albeit brief, artistic document for dedicated Bob Dylan fans.

Fun Fact

This film is part of a larger series of 'Screen Tests' made by Andy Warhol, though directed by John McNaughton, which aimed to capture the essence of various public figures.

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