‘Marty Supreme’ Earns Rave Reviews & Stellar Rotten Tomatoes Score, Timothée Chalamet Shines in Hit Film
Josh Safdie’s latest film, Marty Supreme, is already drawing attention from critics ahead of its U.S. release. The sports comedy-drama was co-written by Safdie and Ronald Bronstein and takes inspiration from the life of American table tennis player Marty Reisman.
Timothée Chalamet stars as the lead and also helped produce the film. The cast includes Gwyneth Paltrow, Odessa A’zion, Kevin O’Leary, Tyler Okonma, Abel Ferrara, and Fran Drescher.
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Marty Supreme had its first screening at the New York Film Festival on October 6. It is scheduled to hit theaters across the United States on December 25, through A24. The story is set in 1950s New York City and follows Marty Mauser, a young table tennis player determined to achieve greatness, facing both challenges and victories along the way.
Early reviews have been overwhelmingly positive. On Rotten Tomatoes, the movie holds a 95% rating based on 40 reviews. Critics praised the film for being entertaining and fun while also exploring deeper themes.
Many highlighted the strong performances from the cast, noting that Chalamet leads a group of actors who all bring energy and depth to their roles. Reviewers said the movie can be intense and even abrasive at times, but this adds to its impact.
The story keeps audiences engaged with unexpected twists, and while some felt the ending could have been stronger, most agreed that Marty Supreme is ambitious and exciting, making it one of the most impressive films of the year.
Marty Supreme is a lot of fun, with many great supporting performances as stellar as its lead.
Jason Flatt
A triggering, abrasive experience. This is by design, however, and director Josh Safdie can claim mission accomplished.
Fred Topel
It’s wildly fun and entertaining, yet it doesn’t shy away from delving into deeper themes and questions. However you look at it, Marty Supreme is something special.
Matt Hambidge
As Marty Supreme recklessly veered around its twists and turns, I didn’t know if it would end in triumph or disaster, but I was glued to the screen to find out
Dan Murrell
More than just a vehicle for one of this generation’s most vital stars to ball out and push his personal brand. It is one of the most impressive films of the year, an ambitious and exhilarating effort whose biggest sin is fumbling a bit in the finale.
Dominic Griffin
Overall, Marty Supreme seems to mix humor, drama, and sports in a way that keeps viewers interested from start to finish. Critics agree it is more than just a showcase for Chalamet, calling it a bold and memorable film.
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