The Daily ‘Modern Love’: 'Materialists' Director Celine Song Believes in Love at First Conversation
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Jun 29, 2025 
Celine Song, a talented director and writer known for her acclaimed film 'Past Lives,' dives into the complexities of love in her new movie 'Materialists.' She reflects on her brief stint as a matchmaker and the irony of feeling lost in love herself. Through reading an insightful essay, she shares the struggle of understanding romance while navigating her own relationships. The conversation explores the emotional nuances of modern dating, emphasizing the beauty and vulnerability inherent in genuine connections.
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Matchmaking Revealed Human Hearts
- Celine Song briefly worked as a matchmaker in her mid-20s, meeting clients and setting them up on dates.
- She learned more about people's hearts and desires than in any other part of her life during that time.
Love Defies Dating Logic
- The language we use about love doesn’t align with the actual experience of falling in love.
- Love is uncontrollable and easy when it happens, unlike dating, which we try to manage and control.
Love's Paradox of Ease and Control
- Love is uncontrollable and simply happens to you, making it incredibly easy yet difficult.
- In contrast, modern society tries to control dating like a stock market where people increase their 'value'.