A young, ambitious New York City matchmaker finds herself torn between the perfect match and her imperfect ex.
Lucy (Dakota Johnson) seems to have it all – a chic career designing perfect pairings for New York’s elite. But on the night of her ninth successful client wedding, she meets Harry (Pedro Pascal), a suave, ultra‑wealthy financier who’s instantly captivated – and John (Chris Evans), a charming, down‑on‑his‑luck actor who once held her heart.
Directed by Celine Song, whose acclaimed debut Past Lives explored the nuances of timing, memory and longing, Materialists is a modern romantic comedy with sharp wit and emotional depth. Song riffs on genre conventions while reflecting on love, class and consent in the city. With smart performances from Johnson, Pascal and Evans, Materialists blends sparkling humour with heartfelt introspection, asking whether true romance can flourish against the backdrop of money and status.
