Materialists Director Celine Song Responds to “Broke Man Propaganda” Criticism
Celine Song, director of the highly anticipated film “Materialists,” has addressed criticism labeling her movie as “broke man propaganda,” defending the film’s deeper commentary on classism and capitalism in modern relationships.
Director’s Response to Social Media Backlash
In a recent interview with Refinery29, Song expressed disappointment over what she calls “very cruel” commentary regarding the relationship between Dakota Johnson’s character Lucy and Chris Evans’ character John. The director emphasized how this criticism reveals concerning attitudes about class and economic status in society.
Key Points from Song’s Response:
- She highlighted the historical connection between feminism and anti-capitalist movements
- Emphasized that poverty shouldn’t be viewed as a personal failure
- Defended Chris Evans’ character John against classist criticism
About the Film
“Materialists” centers on Lucy (Dakota Johnson), a New York City matchmaker caught between two potential partners: wealthy financier Harry (Pedro Pascal) and her former boyfriend John (Chris Evans), a struggling actor. The film explores themes of love, success, and the influence of capitalism on modern relationships.
Director’s Vision and Message
Song emphasizes that the film’s core message challenges how “capitalism is trying to colonize our hearts and colonize love.” She expresses concern about societal tendencies to equate financial status with personal worth, particularly in romantic relationships.
Through this romantic drama, Song aims to spark important conversations about class consciousness and the intersection of love and economic status in contemporary society.
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