Liputan6.com, Jakarta The sports comedy-drama "Marty Supreme" has captured the attention of both audiences and critics since its premiere. Starring A-list actor Timothée Chalamet, the film is directed by Josh Safdie, known for his intense cinematic style.
"Marty Supreme" follows the journey of Marty Mauser, an ambitious table tennis prodigy inspired by the legendary Marty Reisman.
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The film premiered as a secret screening at the 2025 New York Film Festival on October 6, before its wide release in the United States on December 25, 2025.
With filming locations stretching from Brooklyn to Japan, the film promises to be both a sweeping odyssey and a deeply New York story.
"Marty Supreme" has received positive reviews, with many critics praising Chalamet's performance as one of the best of his career.
"Marty Supreme" Production Details
"Marty Supreme" is directed by Josh Safdie, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Ronald Bronstein.
Safdie is known for his distinctive directorial approach, creating a chaotic yet intense atmosphere that has proven successful in previous films like "Uncut Gems" and "Good Time."
Timothée Chalamet not only stars as Marty Mauser but also co-produced the film.
He is supported by a strong supporting cast, including Gwyneth Paltrow, Odessa A'zion, Kevin O'Leary, Tyler Okonma (Tyler, the Creator), Abel Ferrara, and Fran Drescher, who plays Chalamet's mother in the story.
The film is being produced by A24, an independent studio known for producing high-quality and innovative work.
The character of Marty Mauser is loosely inspired by Marty "The Needle" Reisman, a legendary American table tennis player from the 1950s known for his gambling and show-off habits.
Chalamet even started taking table tennis lessons in 2018 to deepen his role.
Plot and Themes of "Marty Supreme"
"Marty Supreme" tells the story of Marty Mauser, an ambitious table tennis prodigy from New York.
The film explores Mauser's dilemma as he finds himself caught between the lure of commercial entertainment and his search for transcendent meaning in life.
The film is described as a thrilling social satire, taking the audience on a sweeping odyssey around the world.
Although set in the world of table tennis, "Marty Supreme" is neither a biography nor a typical sports film.
At its core, it is a quintessentially New York tale about a man with the drive and conviction to pursue a dream he alone believed was possible.
The film's location between Brooklyn and Japan enriches the narrative.
"Marty Supreme" Release Date
"Marty Supreme" premiered as a "secret screening" at the 2025 New York Film Festival's Main Slate on October 6, 2025.
This event marked the first time critics and limited audiences could experience the latest work from Josh Safdie and Timothée Chalamet.
For its U.S. release, "Marty Supreme" is scheduled to hit theaters on December 25, 2025, distributed by A24.
This late-year release date is often chosen for films with high Oscar potential, demonstrating the high expectations for the film's quality.
Meanwhile, international audiences won't have to wait too long.
The film will be released on December 26 in the United Kingdom and on January 22 in Australia, ensuring a broad global reach for "Marty Supreme" to be enjoyed by a wide range of audiences.
"Marty Supreme" Reviews and Critical Reception
"Marty Supreme" has received widespread praise from critics, with many calling it a "career-defining performance" for Timothée Chalamet.
His performance as Marty Mauser has been described as "riveting" and "charismatic," even being compared to the intensity of Al Pacino and the charisma of Paul Newman.On review aggregator sites, the film has garnered impressive ratings.
"Marty Supreme" debuted with a 95% critical rating on Rotten Tomatoes, making it one of the highest-rated films of Chalamet's career.
Meanwhile, on Metacritic, the film holds a score of 88/100, making it the eighth-highest-rated film of the year and the second-highest in wide release.
The film retains Safdie's signature chaotic and energetic style, similar to "Uncut Gems," but with a more sympathetic approach to the main character.
Some critics have even compared "Marty Supreme" to "Boogie Nights" meets "Vision Quest," describing it as a uniquely "sociopathic screwball nightmare."