Kevin O'Leary, the venture capitalist known as "Mr. Wonderful," recently lauded the business acumen displayed in a fictional narrative, while also expressing dissatisfaction with its concluding scene. O'Leary, speaking in December from a Manhattan hotel room, referred to the "sheer f--ing genius" of "Marty Supreme," though the specific project was not identified. He criticized the ending as an unrealistic "Kumbaya" moment, stating his preference for a darker resolution where "Rachel has to die in childbirth."

O'Leary's comments came after reflecting on his career in reality television, specifically his role on "Shark Tank." He recounted his initial recruitment by Mark Burnett, the creator of "The Apprentice," who sought him out for his perceived abrasiveness. "He said, 'We're looking for a real asshole, and you're it,'" O'Leary recalled. "I said, 'Do I take that as a compliment?' We never looked back after that."

"Shark Tank," which features entrepreneurs pitching their ideas to a panel of investors, has become a global phenomenon. O'Leary believes the show has fundamentally altered the way business pitches are delivered. "Seventeen seasons and five Emmys later, 'Shark Tank' has spawned nearly 45 international spinoffs and struck hundreds of deals," he noted. "According to O'Leary, the show changed the elevator pitch forever."

O'Leary's background includes selling his educational software company, Softkey, to Mattel for $4.2 billion. Prior to "Shark Tank," he was an investor on the Canadian series "Dragons' Den." His experience in both business and television has shaped his perspective on storytelling and its potential for reflecting, or distorting, reality.

The context of O'Leary's remarks regarding "Marty Supreme" remains unclear, including whether it is a film, television series, or other form of media. His contrasting views on the narrative's business merits versus its artistic conclusion highlight the tension between commercial appeal and creative integrity in entertainment. Further details about "Marty Supreme" and O'Leary's specific involvement, if any, were not available.