Marty Supreme: Is This a Sports Movie or A Fever Dream? | Sports on Screen

Is Marty Supreme actually a sports movie… or something else entirely?

In this Sports on Screen episode of Sports Will Save Us All, host Sasha Graham and co-host Steve Bollinger break down one of the most bizarre, divisive sports films in recent memory. Directed by Josh Safdie and starring Timothée Chalamet, Marty Supreme follows a hustling, narcissistic ping pong prodigy whose pursuit of greatness raises big questions about ambition, obsession, and the true cost of athletic success.

The conversation dives into:

• Whether Marty Supreme works as a sports movie at all

• The portrayal of elite athletes and single-minded obsession

• Sound design, tournament scenes, and the sensory experience of table tennis

• Art-house filmmaking vs traditional sports movie storytelling

• Why Steve says this movie feels more like a fever dream than a biopic

• And yes… the scenes everyone is talking about

Sasha and Steve don't agree on much in this episode — and that's the point. From uncomfortable moments to unexpected performances (including Kevin O'Leary and Gwyneth Paltrow), this review explores why sports movies don't always need clean redemption arcs to spark meaningful conversation.

⚠️ Spoiler alert: This episode contains spoilers.
🎥 Recommendation: Watch the movie first, then come back and join the debate.

If you love sports films, sports podcasts, or thoughtful (and sometimes hilarious) conversations about what sports stories are really saying about us — this episode is for you.

About Sports on Screen

Sports on Screen is the recurring sports movie review series from Sports Will Save Us All, featuring host Sasha Graham and co-host Steve Bollinger. In each episode, Sasha and Steve review classic sports movies, cult favorites, and unforgettable sports films with humor, sharp commentary, and lively banter. From iconic underdog stories to wildly unrealistic game-day moments, Sports on Screen explores how sports movies reflect competition, culture, and the human spirit. If you love sports films, funny movie reviews, and smart sports storytelling, this series is for you. 🎬🏆

About Sports Will Save Us All podcast

Sports Will Save Us All is an inspirational sports podcast hosted by Sasha Graham, featuring powerful conversations with athletes, coaches, and changemakers about how sports shape mental health, resilience, leadership, and personal growth. Through real-life stories of women in sports, inclusive and adaptive athletics, and athletes overcoming adversity, the show explores how sports change lives—on and off the field.

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