Materialists Review: Watch or Skip?

Materialists Review: Watch or Skip?

Radiocity
By Radiocity Team
Published Jun 13, 2025
Celine Song’s latest film subverts expectations. Starring Dakota Johnson, Pedro Pascal, and Chris Evans, it’s a quiet study of love and longing.

Not Your Average Rom-Com

Celine Song’s latest film subverts expectations. Starring Dakota Johnson, Pedro Pascal, and Chris Evans, it’s a quiet study of love and longing.

Lucy (Johnson), a successful matchmaker, believes in perfect compatibility. She meets Harry (Pascal), a wealthy 'unicorn' who seems to be her ideal man.

The Matchmaker`s Dilemma

Lucy (Johnson), a successful matchmaker, believes in perfect compatibility. She meets Harry (Pascal), a wealthy "unicorn" who seems to be her ideal man.

When professional doubts arise, Lucy reconnects with her ex-boyfriend, John (Evans). He is broke and struggling but offers a deep, unwavering emotional anchor.

A Ghost from the Past

When professional doubts arise, Lucy reconnects with her ex-boyfriend, John (Evans). He is broke and struggling but offers a deep, unwavering emotional anchor.

Beyond Good and Evil

The film avoids making one man the villain and the other the hero. Lucy`s choice is not about wealth vs. poverty but about who feels like home.

A Controlled Lead Performance

Dakota Johnson anchors the film with a believable, vulnerable portrayal of Lucy, navigating her complex inner conflict with quiet, expressive control.

Pascal`s Charm, Evans` Soul

Pedro Pascal leaves a strong impression, but Chris Evans is the standout. His restrained, empathetic performance grows slowly and powerfully on the viewer.

Signature Song Direction

Director Celine Song uses her signature style of minimal score and purposeful silences, allowing intimate glances and dialogue to drive the emotional narrative.

A Film of Two Halves

The structure feels imbalanced, focusing on Harry in the first half and John in the second. This shift can feel jarring and leave some subplots underdeveloped.

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The film powerfully explores themes of emotional safety and the value of history in a relationship, suggesting true love is a quiet, persistent light.

Final Verdict: Worthy Watch

It`s an emotionally intelligent and deeply human film. While not as poetic as `Past Lives`, it’s a worthy watch for its mature, honest take on modern love.

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