Synopsis:
A young, ambitious New York City matchmaker finds herself torn between the perfect match and her imperfect ex.
Sun Review:
Who said romance is all about roses and rain? In Materialists, love comes with a receipt—and possibly a financial statement. Directed by Past Lives filmmaker Celine Song, this isn’t your typical soft-focus rom com. It’s sharp, stylish and unafraid to ask the big questions: Is love still love when there’s a price tag attached? Can a six-figure salary be more attractive than six months of shared memories? And most importantly — can Pedro Pascal be anything other than charming? (Spoiler: He can’t). Dakota Johnson plays Lucy, a high-end matchmaker who’s great at reading hearts — and bank accounts. She’s polished, practical and believes in compatibility by LA15831 calculation. But when her broke-but-sincere ex (played by Chris Evans, scruffy and sweet) reappears just as she’s dating a wealthy client (Pedro Pascal in full dashing mode), things get complicated — fast. The film’s biggest strength? It doesn’t shy away from the hard truths of modern love. It digs into how dating, especially in big cities, can start to feel more like shopping. But what’s refreshing is that Materialists never loses its humanity. Beneath the designer coats and expensive apartments is a story about connection, compromise, and what we really want when we swipe right. Celine Song brings wit, style and depth to the genre — offering a rom-com that makes you think, without ever losing its sparkle. Yes, it’s a little more “rom-drama” than
pure comedy, but it earns its emotions honestly.
Sun Verdict:
For those who want their love stories with a side of real-life mess, smart dialogue and just enough fantasy to keep the dream alive, Materialists is money well spent