Materialists FIRST Review Out: Chris Evans, Dakota Johnson's Film Is 'Funny And Modern'
Set to hit theatres on June 13, Materialists is primed to be a summer hit—blending aesthetics, smart storytelling and star power into a must-watch cinematic romance.
Chris Evans and Dakota Johnson's Materialists is one of the most anticipated films. While everyone is eager to watch Celine Song's directorial in theatres, a premiere was recently held in New York. Following the premiere, several social media users took to their respective X handles and shared their reviews of the movie.
Netizens heaped praises on Materialists and called it one of the best movies of 2025 so far. One of the social media users praised the makers for their 'refreshing" take on contemporary dating. Another shared that Chris Evans' film is not just 'fresh" but also 'modern". People also praised Chris, Dakota and Pedro Pascal's performances in the film and called it a must-watch.
'Loved Materialists. funny, sharp, modern in a way that's not distracting, and beautifully shot. Perhaps the best part, though, and this was true for Past Lives too, is that it takes the time to develop and have empathy for every vital character. One of my favourites of 2025 so far," one of the users wrote.
'MATERIALISTS is a refreshingly realist take on the transactional nature of contemporary dating until it wears its repetitive path out. Effective themes and character developments resolve far too neatly, and the realism fizzles into a predictable bow. Charismatic, but flawed," added another.
'I haven't been able to stop thinking about Materialists since i saw it last night. a truly layered, brilliant romance film that only Celine Song could make. Dakota, Chris and Pedro all deliver stellar performances that just make you *feel*. tears, laughs, smiles, I felt it all!" a third post on X read.
Materialists is set to release in theatres on June 13, 2025.
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June 11, 2025, 10:43 IST
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