Archive · 17 Jun 2025
'Materialists' Review: Critique of the Romance's Approach
The movie 'Materialists,' featuring Dakota Johnson, tries to be a New York romance but has issues.
It starts oddly with a scene that doesn't fit, confusing viewers.
The main character, a matchmaker, is pursued by a rich guy while her ex is still around.
The reviewer finds their conversations about love to be too focused on money and status, not on genuine connection, like in classic romantic comedies.
The film seems to struggle with the genre, losing the magic of old-school romance.
The movie 'Materialists' is a New York romance starring Dakota Johnson, Chris Evans, and Pedro Pascal.
The film begins with an Edenic scene, which critics found confusing due to its contrast with the rest of the movie.
The story involves a matchmaker, Lucy (Johnson), pursued by financier Harry (Pascal), while her ex-boyfriend John (Evans) lingers.
A review criticizes the dialogue between Lucy and Harry, calling it unromantic and focused on superficial aspects.
The reviewer notes the film's struggle with romance writing, lacking the spark of classic rom-coms.
- Who
- The film stars Dakota Johnson, Chris Evans, and Pedro Pascal; it was reviewed by an anonymous critic.
- What
- A review of the film 'Materialists'.
- When
- The review was recently published.
- Where
- The setting of the movie is in New York.
- Why
- The review critiques the film's writing, dialogue, and portrayal of romance.
Review's Negative Points
Alternative perspectives are not discussed in the review.
Dialogue
Review's Negative Points
The dialogue is unromantic, focusing on superficial aspects.
Alternative perspectives are not discussed in the review.
The film may be trying a new approach to the dialogue in romance.
Plot and setting
Review's Negative Points
The film's plot and setting feel uninspired.
Alternative perspectives are not discussed in the review.
The film might be targeting a new demographic for this setting.
- Movie Title
- Materialists
- Genre
- Romance
- Main Actors
- Dakota Johnson, Chris Evans, Pedro Pascal
- Setting
- New York
