Introduction to Marty Supreme
The 2025 New York Film Festival witnessed the world premiere of Josh Safdie’s latest film, Marty Supreme, on Monday night. The surprise screening sparked a flurry of reactions on social media, with many praising the film’s energetic and exhilarating storytelling. Marty Supreme, a sports dramedy set in 1950s New York, follows the journey of Marty Mauser, a table tennis player who defies all odds to achieve greatness.
The Cast and Crew
The film boasts an impressive cast, including Timothée Chalamet as Marty Mauser, Gwyneth Paltrow, Odessa A’zion, Kevin O’Leary, Tyler Okonma, Abel Ferrara, and Fran Drescher. Marty Supreme is A24’s most expensive project to date, with a budget of around $70 million, and marks Josh Safdie’s first solo directorial venture since his debut in 2008.
Social Media Reactions
The initial reactions to Marty Supreme have been overwhelmingly positive, with many critics praising Timothée Chalamet’s performance as the best of his career. David Canfield tweeted, "MARTY SUPREME: Great, exciting filmmaking from Josh Safdie. Timothée Chalamet’s best performance of his career – he was born to play this guy – with a great Odessa A’Zion leading an excellent supporting cast. It’s a wow." Similarly, davidehrlich tweeted, "Marty Supreme aka One Paddle After Another: I can’t believe we got two such good American films in a row."
A Kinetic Odyssey
Many critics have described Marty Supreme as a kinetic odyssey that plays like a crazy mix of Catch Me If You Can and Uncut Gems. The film’s energetic score, electrifying performances, and masterful direction have all been praised. Perri Nemiroff tweeted, "How is it that Timothée Chalamet inspires me more and more with every performance? He is absolutely electrifying #MartySupreme." Jake Coyle added, "“Marty Supreme” seems to be the most personal film Josh Safdie has ever made. A crazy ode to the strivers. A great New York film. A good dog film. This is what Chalamet was born for."
A Relentless Surge of Maximalist Filmmaking
Marty Supreme has been described as a relentless surge of maximalist filmmaking, with a synth-filled masterpiece from start to finish. The film’s ensemble cast, including Timothée Chalamet, has been praised for their magical performances. Josh tweeted, "MARTY SUPREME is pure electricity, a relentless surge of maximalist filmmaking. Timothée Chalamet’s career-best performance anchors an ensemble that is magical. It’s a synth-filled masterpiece from start to finish and one of the best of the year. #NYFF #NYFF63 #MartySupreme."
Conclusion
Marty Supreme is a film that has left a lasting impression on critics and audiences alike. With its energetic storytelling, impressive cast, and masterful direction, it is a must-watch for fans of Josh Safdie and Timothée Chalamet. As the film gears up for its official release on December 25, the hype train has already sped out of the station, with many predicting a successful awards season run.
