Get ready for a wild ride as we dive into the world of Timothée Chalamet and his unique take on British greatness!
The Hollywood Heartthrob's British List
In a recent interview, the charismatic Timothée Chalamet revealed his top five Brits, an eclectic mix that includes Lewis Hamilton, the legendary David and Victoria Beckham, and the enigmatic underground rapper Fakemink. But here's where it gets controversial... his final pick is a real curveball.
The Susan Boyle Surprise
After a moment of deep contemplation, Chalamet drops a bombshell: Susan Boyle, the 64-year-old former Britain's Got Talent star. Yes, you read that right! Chalamet, the global movie icon, admires the Scottish singer who went viral in 2009 with her powerful rendition of 'I Dreamed a Dream'. He explains, "She dreamt bigger than all of us."
A Social Media Savvy Star
Chalamet, at 29, knows a thing or two about leveraging social media for career advancement. His selection of great Britons is part of a clever promotional strategy for his new film, 'Marty Supreme', a 1950s-set table tennis drama. For the past month, he's been gifting jackets bearing the film's title to individuals he deems 'great'. So far, the list includes sports icons like Michael Phelps and Tom Brady, and even a young Spanish football star, Lamine Yamal.
The London Leg of the Tour
Chalamet's promotional tour has now landed him in London, where he's opened a pop-up store and is currently chilling in a hotel bar overlooking Hyde Park. It was during this London leg that he dropped the Susan Boyle bomb, leaving us all scratching our heads.
The Frenetic Performance and Awards Buzz
Chalamet's energetic performance in 'Marty Supreme' has already earned him best actor nominations at the Golden Globes and Critics Choice Awards. The Oscar race is shaping up to be a tight contest between him and Leonardo DiCaprio. But here's the catch: his character, Marty Mauser, has some questionable morals, getting involved in a heist and trying to break up the marriage of his sponsor. Despite this, Chalamet is a huge fan of his role, attributing it to his early twenties idiocy.
Confidence and Humility
Chalamet's confidence, evident in his SAG Award acceptance speech where he namedropped Daniel Day Lewis, Marlon Brando, Viola Davis, and Michael Jordan as his inspirations, is a double-edged sword. He admits that his confidence "ebbs and flows", keeping him on his toes. As he approaches his 30th birthday, he reflects on the learning curve of his twenties, a decade marked by Oscar nominations and blockbuster hits like 'Dune' and 'Wonka'.
The Actor's Dedication and Future Plans
Chalamet's dedication to his craft is unparalleled. He spent five years learning the guitar for his role as Bob Dylan and embarked on seven years of table tennis lessons for 'Marty Supreme'. His commitment even extended to taking his table tennis table into the desert during the filming of 'Dune'! And he's already prepping for future roles, with a couple of 'white rabbits' up his sleeve.
The Big Screen vs Streaming Debate
In an era where Netflix is buying major film studios like Warner Bros, Chalamet's 'Marty Supreme' stands out as a film made for the big screen, not a streaming service. Produced by A24, the film company behind Oscar favorites like 'Moonlight', 'Past Lives', and 'The Brutalist', Chalamet believes it will help save cinemas. He argues that while streaming platforms may reduce the incentive to release films in theaters, cinemas will survive and thrive.
Chalamet's Role in Saving Cinemas
Chalamet sees his role as an actor to bring traditional cinema to people, not the other way around. He believes 'Marty Supreme', an original film in a sea of remakes, will help achieve this. With absolute confidence, he assures us that the film will not disappoint, calling it a "slingshot".
Timothée Chalamet, on the cusp of 30, is ready to embrace his inner Susan Boyle and dream big. 'Marty Supreme' hits cinemas on Boxing Day, and we can't wait to see it!
