Josh Safdie, director of one of 2025’s finest films and a well-documented Knicks enthusiast, took his fandom to the next level this week.
As seen in footage shared by MSG Networks on Wednesday (Jan. 7), the Marty Supreme director and co-writer paid a visit to the production truck for that night’s game.
The special appearance comes ahead of this weekend’s Nikki Glaser-hosted Golden Globes ceremony, where Safdie and company potentially stand to fare well in key categories.
“I’m so happy to be back,” Safdie tells the behind-the-scenes crew at one point in the recently shared clip. “This is the only way I like to watch a Knicks game now.”
Later, Safdie jokes that the Knicks broadcast director is “probably” his most-watched of all time, adding, “You can tell that to [Martin] Scorsese.”
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In addition to being spotted courtside at Knicks games in the past, Safdie has also taken inspiration from the team in his work as a filmmaker.
In 2019’s classic Uncut Gems, a Knicks ring proves pivotal in the breakneck-paced story. More recently, a viral Knicks fan ended up in the cast of the Timothée Chalamet-led Marty Supreme.
In an interview with Complex in December, Jennifer Venditti, casting director for Marty Supreme, confirmed there were around 150 total speaking parts in the acclaimed film.
“We're looking for people to bring themselves into a heightened reality,” Venditti said of what draws her and her team to potential casting choices.
At this Sunday’s Globes, Marty Supreme is up for the following: Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy, Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy, and Best Screenplay – Motion Picture.
As for the Knicks, they won Wednesday night’s game against the Clippers, 123-111.