Timothée Chalamet Calls Marty Supreme His Standout Role Yet
Timothée Chalamet reflects on his recent roles, calling Marty Supreme his best work and sharing why he’s proud of his dedication over the past several years.
Timothée Chalamet has been making waves in the film world, and he’s not shy about recognising his own efforts. After a bold statement at the SAG Awards about wanting to be “one of the greats,” Chalamet has now singled out his latest project, Marty Supreme, as the highlight of his career so far. In a chat with Margaret Gardiner, he didn’t hold back:
This is probably my best performance, and it's been like seven, eight years that I feel like I've been handing in really, really committed, top-of-the-line performances. And it's important to say out loud because the discipline and the work ethic I'm bringing to these things, I don't want people to take for granted. I don't want to take for granted. This is really some top-level shit.
The interview has since disappeared from YouTube, but the sentiment remains.
Years of Dedication on Screen
Chalamet’s run of strong performances over the past several years is hard to ignore. He’s been front and centre in a string of much-talked-about films, including Dune, Dune: Part Two, Lady Bird, Beautiful Boy, The French Dispatch, Don’t Look Up, Bones and All, and Wonka. Each role has seen him bring a level of commitment that’s earned him plenty of praise from punters and critics alike.
His recent win at the SAG Awards for Best Actor, thanks to his portrayal of a young Bob Dylan in A Complete Unknown, only added to his growing reputation. Even after copping a bit of stick for his acceptance speech, Chalamet made it clear he’s chasing greatness and isn’t afraid to say so. He’s keen to be remembered as one of the best in the business.
Marty Supreme: A New High Point
Although he missed out on the Oscar to Adrien Brody, Chalamet’s performance in Josh Safdie’s Marty Supreme has put him right back in the spotlight. The film has already picked up three Golden Globe nominations: Best Picture – Musical or Comedy, Best Screenplay, and Best Actor – Musical or Comedy for Chalamet himself.
Directed by Safdie and co-written with Ronald Bronstein, the story is loosely based on the life of Marty Reisman, a table tennis legend who made his name in the late 1940s and early 1950s. The film’s synopsis sums it up: “A young man with a dream no one respects goes to hell and back in pursuit of greatness.”
What’s Next for Chalamet and Marty Supreme
Marty Supreme is set to land in US cinemas on 25 December, with a UK release following a day later. With all the buzz and a string of nominations, it’s shaping up to be one of the most talked-about releases of the year. For those keeping an eye on what’s coming up, there’s a heap of exciting films on the horizon for 2025 and beyond.