Timothée Chalamet dives headfirst into the world of 1950s table tennis with Josh Safdie's Marty Supreme, a film that defies convention and careens wildly from one absurdity to the next.
At its core, Marty Supreme is not about table tennis - it's a surrealist romp that uses the sport as a metaphor for its protagonist's erratic emotional state. Chalamet plays Marty Mauser, a spindly, high-strung young man who's desperate to make a name for himself in the cutthroat world of competitive ping pong.
As Marty navigates the dark underbelly of 1950s New York City, he finds himself entangled in a web of bizarre misadventures, including a disastrous table tennis match against Japan's reigning champion and a torrid affair with retired actress Gwyneth Paltrow.
But beneath all the chaos, Marty Supreme is a film about its protagonist's emotional fragility and his desperate need for validation. Chalamet brings to life a character who's equal parts delusional and endearing, a pint-sized powerhouse of indignation and self-pity.
Paltrow shines as Kay Stone, a charismatic actress with a wicked wit and a sharp tongue - she's the perfect foil to Marty's antics, and their on-screen chemistry is undeniable. Together, they create a whirlwind of absurdity that will leave you gasping for breath.
Safdie's direction is frenetic and unapologetic, hurtling from one set piece to the next with dizzying speed and energy. The film's comic effect is relentless, but beneath its humor lies a profound exploration of mental illness, identity, and the search for meaning in a chaotic world.
In short, Marty Supreme is a wild ride that will leave you oscillating between laughter and horror. With Chalamet at the helm, this film is a must-see - even if it leaves your head spinning.
At its core, Marty Supreme is not about table tennis - it's a surrealist romp that uses the sport as a metaphor for its protagonist's erratic emotional state. Chalamet plays Marty Mauser, a spindly, high-strung young man who's desperate to make a name for himself in the cutthroat world of competitive ping pong.
As Marty navigates the dark underbelly of 1950s New York City, he finds himself entangled in a web of bizarre misadventures, including a disastrous table tennis match against Japan's reigning champion and a torrid affair with retired actress Gwyneth Paltrow.
But beneath all the chaos, Marty Supreme is a film about its protagonist's emotional fragility and his desperate need for validation. Chalamet brings to life a character who's equal parts delusional and endearing, a pint-sized powerhouse of indignation and self-pity.
Paltrow shines as Kay Stone, a charismatic actress with a wicked wit and a sharp tongue - she's the perfect foil to Marty's antics, and their on-screen chemistry is undeniable. Together, they create a whirlwind of absurdity that will leave you gasping for breath.
Safdie's direction is frenetic and unapologetic, hurtling from one set piece to the next with dizzying speed and energy. The film's comic effect is relentless, but beneath its humor lies a profound exploration of mental illness, identity, and the search for meaning in a chaotic world.
In short, Marty Supreme is a wild ride that will leave you oscillating between laughter and horror. With Chalamet at the helm, this film is a must-see - even if it leaves your head spinning.
he's literally perfect as that high-strung young ping pong pro and i love how the film uses table tennis as a metaphor for his emotional state - so relatable! 
and gwyneth paltrow as the retired actress with a sharp tongue? sassy queen alert 
josh safdie's direction is wild and unapologetic, like what even is this movie?! but honestly i kinda need to see it now. mental illness and identity are so important topics and if marty supreme can tackle them with humor and wit, then it's gotta be worth watching 
. The way Safdie weaves together the narrative, oscillating between absurdity and profundity, is nothing short of mesmerizing 
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. Paltrow's portrayal of Kay Stone is a standout, imbuing her character with a wicked wit and a sharp tongue that serves as the perfect counterpoint to Marty's antics 
, though it may leave viewers gasping for breath at times 
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. safdie's direction is wild (in a good way?) and so unapologetically funny, but also somehow manages to get real about mental health and identity. i loved how the film doesn't take itself seriously and just goes all in on its absurdity 
. have you guys seen it yet? what did u think?! 
. I love how Timothée Chalamet just dives in headfirst with his character's quirks and flaws – it's really refreshing to see an actor not playing it safe. And Josh Safdie's direction is wild, but in the best way possible – he's like a master conductor leading this orchestra of absurdity 
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. Mental health, identity, and finding meaning in chaos – these are all things we struggle with, and Safdie tackles them in this film without ever feeling preachy or heavy-handed.
. And can't wait to see Chalamet's performance in this 
and gwyneth paltrow as kay stone is AMAZING!!! their chemistry on screen is like electric 
. safdie's direction is just CRAZY 
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- but I'm still not sure if I fully get what the film is going for.
It feels like they just cast her because she's famous, rather than because she's really right for the role. But at the same time, she does bring a certain level of charm and wit to it that works... I guess?
. It's not always easy to follow, but that's part of its charm? Maybe?
, but it's also kinda beautiful in its own weird way 
timothée chalamet shines as always 
and gwyneth paltrow as kay stone is perfection 
their chemistry on screen is 
worth watching for sure!
. the direction by josh safdie is wild 
. but for real though, this film is so deep it'll leave you thinking about mental health and identity long after the credits roll 
safdie's direction is wild too its like a rollercoaster of emotions one minute youre laughing and the next youre cringing 
Paltrow is also stunning as Kay Stone, their chemistry on screen is undeniable! 
but honestly can't help but think of that old table tennis movie from like 10 yrs ago with that one actor who played the lead... idk what his name was tho anyway back to marty's supreme lol it sounds like a real wild ride, cant wait to see timothée chalamet in action 
. Is that what we want to celebrate? 
. Chalamet is so talented, but can he take on a role that might be triggering for some people?