Materialists, written and directed by Celine Song, tells the story of a successful NYC matchmaker torn between her seemingly perfect match and her flawed ex. Set against the backdrop of a fast-paced, emotionally disconnected world, the film explored the fragile nature of relationships, love, and self-worth with quiet precision.
Dakota Johnson led with a subtle yet commanding performance, sharing powerful chemistry with Chris Evans and Pedro Pascal. Their emotional triangle felt grounded and real; never overly dramatic, but rich with tension and intimacy.
The film posed quietly devastating questions: What defines your worth as a partner? Is love enough? Or is marriage just a business deal? It didn’t offer easy answers and left much unresolved, which may frustrate some, but that ambiguity felt true to life.
In the end, Materialists was a beautifully made, emotionally intelligent film. While I wouldn’t put it in a typical rom-com category I still appreciated its Past Lives vibes as another Celine Song entry into this new wave of intimate, character-driven cinema that invites reflection more than resolution.
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