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Marty not so supreme: where did it all go wrong for Timothée Chalamet at this year’s Oscars?
Audiences were gradually turned off by the Marty Supreme actor during his Oscars campaign trail, with the growing sensation that he was more like his smirking, fame-hungry character than they first imagined. Oscar winners 2026: the full list. Key takeaways from Oscars 2026.
TL;DR
- Timothée Chalamet and his film "Marty Supreme" were shut out of the Academy Awards.
- Chalamet's extensive promotional tour, including a viral comedy skit, aimed to boost the film and his Oscar chances.
- The film became A24's highest-grossing film, and Chalamet won several awards prior to the Oscars.
- Potential reasons for the Oscar loss include campaign fatigue, a perception of arrogance, and voters waiting for Chalamet to evolve as an actor.
- The Academy often rewards a body of work rather than individual performances, and Chalamet's roles have been consistent in portraying young, learning characters.