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‘Materialists’: A Shallow Dive into Modern Romance

6/26/2025

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Story summary

Celine Song's "Materialists," featuring Dakota Johnson as matchmaker Lucy, dives into the complexities of modern love. However, the film stumbles, lacking the humor and depth it aims for. With shallow characters and a predictable storyline, it critiques capitalism's effect on romance yet falls back on tired clichés, diluting its original message.

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Story summary

Celine Song's "Materialists," featuring Dakota Johnson as matchmaker Lucy, dives into the complexities of modern love. However, the film stumbles, lacking the humor and depth it aims for. With shallow characters and a predictable storyline, it critiques capitalism's effect on romance yet falls back on tired clichés, diluting its original message.