A24’s upcoming sports movie starringTimothée Chalametadds Grammy-winning artistTyler, the Creatorto the star-studded cast.Uncut Gems' Josh Safdie directs the ping pong-based film, which will mark Tyler’s feature film debut as an actor.The rapper-singer adds intrigue to an already exciting project, helmed by a filmmaker that revels in hiring first-time actors in major roles.
PerVariety, A24’sMarty Supremeby Josh Safdie addsTyler, the Creatorto the main cast alongside Timothée Chalamet and Gwyneth Paltrow. Written by Safdie and Ronald Bronstein, theunconventional sports moviefollows a fictional version ofprofessional ping pong player Marty Reisman, who started his career as a hustler before becoming a world champion, winning 22 major ping pong titles from 1946 to 2002. Details are scarce surrounding the project, but it marks director Josh Safdie’s first feature film effort without brother Benny Safdie, another gifted filmmaker.Suffice it so say it’s exactly what one should expect from the mind behindUncut Gems. In July, A24 posted on theirX/Twitteraccount the first teaser image forMarty Supreme.
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Tyler, the Creator is one of three cast members officially announced for the film, which also includesGwyneth Paltrow.After a brief acting hiatus, Paltrow returns to the big screen for the first time sinceAvengers: Endgame. She had previously starred in the Netflix seriesThe Politicianfrom 2019-2020, but she will now make her on-screen presence known once again inMarty Supreme. At one point, she had said maybeRobert Downey Jr. could get her back to acting, but it seemsA24’sMarty Supremewas the project meant to be.
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It’s unclear how significant Tyler, the Creator’s role inMarty Supremeis, but it will benew territoryfor the uber-talented musical artist and fashion designer. In addition to winning Grammys for his acclaimed albums, he’s provided original music for several projects, including thetheme song for the 2018 animated filmThe Grinch. However, his acting resume is limited at best, most previously voicing Jesus on Netflix’sBig Mouthin Season 6. He starred ina sketch comedy series titledLioter Squad, in which his comedic chops were on full display. Despite the lack of professional acting credits,it’s clear that Tyler has more to show off, andMarty Supremecould be his breakout acting role.
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Assuming Tyler, the Creator’s role is big enough, A24’sMarty Supremeis the type of project that just seems right up his alley. Josh Safdie is no stranger to working with non-actors in major roles, famously casting formerNBA superstar Kevin Garnettin a meaty part inUncut Gems. The former Boston Celtic player pulls off an incredibly impressive performance, one that plays perfectly opposite Adam Sandler. Like Garnett, Tyler, the Creator has a big personality that is instantly recognizable, so it’s fair to assume Safdie can at the very least draw from that inMarty Supreme.
