Set in 1950s America, the film follows Marty Mauser, a table tennis player based on Marty Reisman, as he rises from salesman to competitor. He forms relationships with Rachel Mizler and Kay Stone, navigates bets and alliances with Milton Rockwell, and faces challenges in underground and international matches.
River and Nath break down why Marty Supreme nails it as a top-tier film. From the sharp sound design that keeps the tension humming, Lopatin's score mixing electronic beats with old-school vibes to mess with time feels, to Khondji's 35mm shots that grab real texture and shadows no digital setup can touch. Chalamet's raw energy leads killer performances that click perfectly with Safdie's fast-paced directing—it's all controlled chaos and charm. This movie shows what happens when the whole cast and crew show up with their best stuff, making it straight-up flawless.
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