Celine Song's Materialists Explores Elite Matchmaking and the Complexities of Love in Her Highly Anticipated Follow-Up

Nearly two years after capturing hearts with Past Lives, filmmaker Celine Song returns with Materialists, a romance that dives into the world of elite matchmaking. This A24 film follows a successful New York City matchmaker as she finds herself torn between two men—one seemingly perfect and the other an irresistible piece of her past. The film is set to premiere on June 13, fueling speculation that it may debut at the Cannes Film Festival a month earlier.

Dakota Johnson leads the cast as Lucy, while Pedro Pascal and Chris Evans play her love interests. Johnson has praised Song’s directorial brilliance, calling the experience of working with her “amazing” and expressing admiration for her storytelling. The trailer introduces Lucy as a woman who guarantees her clients their happily-ever-afters, only to find her own beliefs about love challenged when she unexpectedly crosses paths with both the man of her dreams and her ex-boyfriend on the same night.

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Celine Song became a breakout Hollywood name with Past Lives, a deeply personal and emotional film that resonated worldwide. She has reflected on how audiences connected with her storytelling, describing how even the most specific experiences can evoke universal emotions. With Materialists, she continues to explore love, fate, and human connection—this time, in a setting where romance is a profession.

With a powerhouse cast, an intriguing premise, and Song’s signature emotional depth, Materialists is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated films of the year.