Materialists Movie
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Director: Celine Song
Actors: Dakota Johnson, Chris Evans, Pedro Pascal
PlotIn modern-day New York City, a sharp-witted art curator is determined to climb the social and financial ladder in one of the world’s most cutthroat cities. Motivated by the trappings of luxury and status, she crafts an identity that’s part aspiration, part deception. When she lands a high-profile position at an avant-garde gallery, she’s quickly swept into social circles where success hinges on who you know and what you possess. The curator, clever and ambitious, soon catches the eye of a wealthy tech entrepreneur whose charm is only matched by his extravagant lifestyle. Their romance is intoxicating, drawing her further into a world where materialism and authenticity constantly collide.
As she juggles expectations from her ambitious boss—an enigmatic collector with secrets of his own—the curator finds her choices growing increasingly fraught. A lavish deal involving a priceless piece of art forces her to confront where her loyalties truly lie: with those who can further her career, with new-found love, or with her own principles. Caught between ambition and integrity, every relationship in her life is tested. As deceptions mount and trust erodes, she must navigate the consequences of her desires in a city where everything has a price. The story unfolds through shifting allegiances, betrayals, and pivotal decisions that will alter the trajectory of her dreams—and the people around her—forever.
Writers: Celine Song
Runtime: 116 min
Rating: R
Country: United States, Finland
Language: English
Physical Media Reviews
Visually polished from a 35mm source, this Blu‑ray looks and sounds strong; tonal swings and easy answers aside, performances and ideas engage.