Dakota Johnson and Pedro Pascal's 'Materialists' Earns R-Rating for Strong Language and Brief Mature Content

Published 03/12/2025, 2:13 PM EDT

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The buzz surrounding Materialists is impossible to ignore. Directed by Celine Song, this darkly comedic drama delves into the intoxicating allure of wealth, status, and self-indulgence. Dakota Johnson and Pedro Pascal lead the charge as characters entangled in a world where ambition and excess blur the lines between success and self-destruction. With razor-sharp dialogue, biting satire, and a visually striking aesthetic, Materialists is more than just a film, it is a bold, unfiltered commentary on modern material obsession.

Amid the rising anticipation, a new update has emerged, one that hints at the film’s daring creative choices and unapologetic edge.

When Dakota Johnson and Pedro Pascal talk, people listen, and so do the rating boards

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According to Will Mavity, a journalist, Materialists has been deemed unfit for delicate sensibilities, assigning it an R-rating for strong language and brief mature content. With Dakota Johnson and Pedro Pascal leading Celine Song’s latest venture, the decision comes as little surprise. The film has been described as a sharp, unsparing critique of ambition and excess, its dialogue as biting as its themes. Industry murmurs suggest that Materialists was never meant to tread lightly.

Critics have remarked that Dakota Johnson and Pedro Pascal’s performances elevate a film already brimming with razor-sharp commentary. Observers have noted that Song is ensuring Materialists will be as divisive as it is compelling. With its rating now set in stone, speculation continues over just how daring the film’s unfiltered vision truly is.

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With Materialists earning an R-rating for its unfiltered approach, the film reaffirms its director’s fearless vision and refusal to conform.

Bold, brash, and unmistakably Celine Song

Celine Song has proven herself a master of intimate, emotionally charged storytelling, and Materialists expands on her signature style. While Past Lives explored fate and quiet longing, this new project delves into ambition, indulgence, and the allure of excess. Song’s ability to balance rich character depth with sharp, modern themes makes her one of the most compelling voices in contemporary cinema. With Dakota Johnson, Pedro Pascal, and Chris Evans leading the charge, Materialists is poised to be a strikingly evocative film.

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Beyond its bold themes, Materialists has already ignited a storm online, thanks to Dakota Johnson’s undeniable chemistry with her co-stars. Their on-screen relationships have captivated audiences, turning select moments into viral sensations. As news of the film’s R-rating only fuels curiosity, one thing is certain, Celine Song is delivering something that demands attention.

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Do you think the R-rating adds to Materialists’ appeal, or could it limit its audience? Drop your thoughts below!

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