The article discusses how the explicit mention of Dakota Johnson's character's salary in the film 'Materialists' marks a significant shift in romantic comedy storytelling, reflecting contemporary realities of money and social class, and breaking traditional genre conventions by openly discussing income to highlight modern dating dynamics.
Celine Song's film 'Materialists' explores the brutal realities of modern dating through a romantic drama starring Dakota Johnson, Chris Evans, and Pedro Pascal, inspired by her experience as a matchmaker and classic romance films, emphasizing themes of love, commodification, and human connection.
Modern dating can be overwhelming and frustrating due to the role of social media and technology. People often skip phone conversations before the first date, use texting as a power play, overanalyze passive communication on social media, listen to the "grass is always greener" mentality, and are not honest on dating profiles. It's important to prioritize genuine connections and invest time and emotional energy into relationships.
Singer-songwriter Mariel Darling has coined the term 'zombied' to describe a dating trend that is worse than being 'ghosted'. Being 'zombied' means that a former flame comes back from the dead after a few months and initiates a conversation out of the blue. Mariel's viral TikTok video has amassed over 1.5 million views, with users sharing their own experiences of the dating trend.