Materialists

Lucy, the top employee at a New York matchmaking agency, expertly pairs couples but herself doesn’t date anyone, convinced that it’s worth waiting to marry a truly wealthy man.

A stroke of luck, generously placing two wonderful suitors at the heroine’s feet within minutes of each other, is a classic rom-com device—but for Céline Song, fate, destiny, is more than a storytelling tool; it’s a subject of genuine interest. Despite the title and the protagonist’s intentions, this is a quiet, touching, and profound film. For the second movie in a row, Song stays true to her thoughtful and warm tone, making The Materialist especially appealing to those who already fell in love with her brilliant Past Lives (2023).

Nominated for two Oscars, including Best Picture.