Fran Drescher recently shared her experiences working with Timothee Chalamet on the film “Marty Supreme,” expressing her enthusiasm for the opportunity to star alongside the Oscar-nominated actor. In an interview with People Magazine, she conveyed her delight, remarking, “I mean, it’s not like he wanted to be my best friend or anything. Even though I was open to it!”
Drescher praised Chalamet, saying, “He’s a young lad, living his dream. I’m very happy for him. His success is well deserved.” The actress described him as “very, very talented” and noted her admiration for his work, stating that she has always been a fan of everything he does.
In her role as Chalamet’s mother in “Marty Supreme,” Drescher revealed that her connection with director Josh Safdie played a pivotal role in her casting. She explained that their friendship developed during her leadership of SAG-AFTRA through the actors’ strike in 2023. “It made us friends because I always took his call,” she said. When Safdie was preparing to direct “Marty Supreme,” he believed that Drescher and Chalamet had a resemblance, leading him to think she would be a great fit. “I know your background, and I know there’s a depth to you that I want to extract for this movie. I know you’ve got that in you,” she recalled Safdie telling her.
This collaboration highlights the camaraderie and respect that can blossom in the world of film, bringing together seasoned talents with rising stars. With positive sentiment surrounding the film and its cast, audiences can look forward to the intricate performances that will undoubtedly emerge from this dynamic pairing.