I see two major themes that intertwine and alternate.
First, Dylan sees himself as the gunfighter in the movie. Dylan is a rock legend that perhaps is constantly facing challenges of being on top. Dylan keeps saying that he is in the movie (but unsure of the part). For example, I see his getting caught in the churchyard as a reference to his potential loss of popularity as a Christian.
Secondly, i think there is a "Jack Kerouac-style" love story.
I love the song, and wonder if the love part if a compilation of fact or a fiction.
I see two major themes that intertwine and alternate.
First, Dylan sees himself as the gunfighter in the movie. Dylan is a rock legend that perhaps is constantly facing challenges of being on top. Dylan keeps saying that he is in the movie (but unsure of the part). For example, I see his getting caught in the churchyard as a reference to his potential loss of popularity as a Christian.
Secondly, i think there is a "Jack Kerouac-style" love story.
I love the song, and wonder if the love part if a compilation of fact or a fiction.