Celine Song’s latest project, Materialists, has solidified its cast with the addition of Zoë Winters, Dasha Nekrasova, Louisa Jacobson, and Marin Ireland. This upcoming A24 film, slated in the bustling setting of New York City, is labeled as a romantic comedy, revolving around a high-end matchmaker entangled with a wealthy romantic interest. While specifics regarding the storyline remain undisclosed, the film is already gaining traction as Song’s next venture following the success of Past Lives.
Zoë Winters, renowned for her role as the calculating Kerry in HBO’s Succession, brings her seasoned talent to the project, having received acclaim for her performance. Joining her is her Succession co-star Dasha Nekrasova, who has experience in bboth both film and podcasting.
Louisa Jacobson, known for her recent stint in HBO’s The Gilded Age, and Tony and Independent Spirit Award nominee Ireland, known for her television roles in The Umbrella Academy and Justified: City Primeval have also joined the cast.
Hollywood stars Dakota Johnson, Chris Evans and Pedro Pascal have already entered production as leads on the film.
Directed by Song, whose debut feature Past Lives received multiple critical acclaim including and Academy Award nomination for Best Picture, and with production support from Killer Films and 2AM, filming for Materialists is currently underway in New York City, with distribution handled by A24.
