From people falling head over heels in love with the film to others recommending a second watch for a better understanding, Materialists has officially got the Janta talking and everyone’s got something to say!
The much-anticipated Materialists by Celine Song, starring Dakota Johnson, Chris Evans, and Pedro Pascal in lead roles, released on Friday. Marketed as a New York-set romantic comedy, the film is, at its core, a commentary on modern-day romance and the challenges of dating in a capitalist world, especially the city of New York. We live in a time when surgeries are branded as necessary upgrades and desire is packaged and sold as something we not only desperately need but should aspire to. It’s not that falling in love has become harder, we’ve just come to value material things more, which makes staying in love harder. That’s what Celine Song explores in Materialists! It’s not just about choosing between two people but about choosing between two kinds of love. One is aspirational, the kind that sweeps us off our feet but comes with the pressure of wealth and superficial perfection. The other is real, a love grounded in effort, compromise, and emotional honesty where real calculations aren’t about bank balances or appearances but about commitment and connection.
No wonder a film with has so much to say has sparked a wide range of conversations online almost creating a complicated relationship with the Janta, much like the one it portrays. Some people are writing heartfelt reflections about how the film broke them in a million ways, making them feel seen and heard, especially when it comes to the trials and tribulations of modern dating. Others say that a second viewing or simply sitting with the film for a while allows the emotional depth to really sink in, revealing layers that might be missed at first. And then, of course, there are those who walked away confused, asking what the point of it all was. Regardless of where one lands, Materialists has got people talking about love, something that feels more elusive today than ever, even as the craving for it runs deeper than ever.
Here's what the Janta is saying!
Materialists is now running in theatres near you.
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