Blank Check with Griffin & David Critical Darlings: Marty Supreme And The Precursor Circuit with Griffin Newman
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Jan 8, 2026 
Griffin Newman, an actor and host/executive producer, joins the discussion after a memorable night at the New York Film Critics Circle Awards. They dive into the nuances of awards campaigning, particularly focusing on Timothée Chalamet's strategic moves for his film "Marty Supreme." The conversation explores the shifting dynamics of the Academy, the film's resonant themes, and how Chalamet's internet savvy positions him as a potential A-list anchor. Spoiler alerts follow as they unpack Marty's ambiguous ending and its deeper implications.
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Ethan Hawke Falls Into Tao Fountain
- Griffin Newman and hosts recount being hungover after the New York Film Critics Circle dinner and Ethan Hawke falling into the Tao fountain.
- The moment was handled with humor and Hawke left carrying his shoes, making it a memorable, chaotic anecdote about awards-night theatrics.
Precursors Build Award Momentum
- Early critic and precursor awards function as testing grounds that shape awards-season narratives.
- Aggregate momentum across critic groups and televised precursor moments matter more than any single award.
Not All Awards Carry Equal Weight
- Not all awards are equal: consider who votes and whether the ceremony is public when weighing influence.
- Televised shows and membership composition change how 'real' an award feels to industry and public alike.
