Beyond Dakota, Pedro and Chris: ‘Materialists’ Casting Director Breaks Down the Supporting Cast and Building a ‘Tapestry of New York Personalities’

Spoiler Warning: This article contains plot details, including some spoilers, for “Materialists,” playing in theaters now.

“Materialists,” Celine Song‘s new film, is anchored by a charming lead trio: Dakota Johnson as matchmaker Lucy, Pedro Pascal as wealthy bachelor Harry and Chris Evans as Lucy’s ex-boyfriend John. But the film opens up beyond those leads, as Lucy comes across a wide range of New Yorkers, each more eccentric than the other. Song makes each character memorable — no matter how briefly they are shown. The result is a strong and lively supporting cast made up of actors at the top of their game, who you’ll likely recognize from other roles.

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