Is Timothee Chalamet Staying True to His Marty Supreme Press Tour Comments?
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Key Takeaways
- Timothee Chalamet passionately defends his performance.
- He emphasizes the importance of original storytelling.
- Chalamet trained for seven years in table tennis.
- He hints at potential Oscar recognition.
- Criticism and media scrutiny are part of the industry.
Los Angeles, Dec 24 (NationPress) Hollywood sensation Timothee Chalamet is standing his ground. The actor has openly defended his actions during the Marty Supreme press tour.
The 29-year-old star has utilized interviews to highlight his portrayal of table tennis player Marty Mauser in the forthcoming film, emphasizing that his remarks are intended to embody the essence of his character, according to Female First UK.
Timothee shared with IndieWire, "This represents the spirit of Marty. I believe this film is truly original at a time when such films are rare. It’s about chasing a dream."
He added, "I’m putting everything into this. Whether it's the merchandise or media appearances, I’m working hard to promote it in the spirit of Marty Mauser."
As noted by Female First UK, the actor faced backlash after claiming that Marty Supreme is his best acting performance after several "top-tier performances" over the last "seven to eight years."
The Dune star remarked, "I don’t want anyone to take this for granted, including myself. This is truly exceptional work."
Timothee also made vague comments on Good Morning America that some interpreted as a hint that he might win an Oscar next year for his role.
He stated, "I want this film to thrive. I desire success for everything involved. The truth is, I feel confident about what Marty Supreme will achieve by next summer."
The actor recently disclosed that he dedicated seven years to perfecting his table tennis skills prior to the film’s production.
He told the BBC last week, "I was approached for this project in 2018, giving me six to seven years to prepare. I made the most of my free time to train."
The Wonka star even practiced table tennis while filming other projects.
He recounted, "By the time The French Dispatch premiered in 2021, I have a video—at the risk of sounding unrelatable—of me training on a stunning cliffside Airbnb during the Cannes Film Festival."