Here is why Dakota Johnson thinks Hollywood is mess

ANI June 13, 2025 274 views

Dakota Johnson doesn’t hold back in calling Hollywood a "mess" for prioritizing remakes over fresh ideas. She credits director Celine Song’s vision for her upcoming rom-com 'Materialists,' set to release in 2025. While promoting the film, Johnson sidestepped questions about her recent split from Chris Martin. The actress remains vocal about her frustrations with the industry’s creative stagnation.

"Humans want fresh experiences, not the same remakes—Hollywood's a bit of a mess right now." — Dakota Johnson
Washington DC, June 13: Actress Dakota Johnson shared her experience in Hollywood, which she thinks is a "bit of a mess" at the moment because studios want to keep remaking "the same things," according to The Hollywood Reporter.

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Dakota Johnson criticizes studios for remaking familiar content

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She praises director Celine Song's originality

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New rom-com 'Materialists' premieres June 2025

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Johnson avoids discussing Chris Martin breakup

The 'Materialists' actress recently appeared on the talk show Hot Ones, where host Sean Evans asked her why she feels "Hollywood is so risk-averse," having observed the industry "up close and personal."

"I think it's hard when creative decisions are made by committee, and it's hard when creative decisions are made by people who don't even really watch movies or know anything about them, and that tends to be what's occurring a lot," shared Johnson, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

The 'Fifty Shades of Grey' star also noted that "when something does well, studios want to keep that going so they remake the same things, but humans don't want that. They want fresh, they want to feel new things, experience new things, see new things, so I don't know, I guess it's all just a bit of a mess right now, isn't it?"

Dakota's relationship with Coldplay singer Chris Martin is also creating quite a buzz in the entertainment industry. The couple reportedly ended their relationship after dating for eight years.

The actress preferred to remain silent about her recent breakup with Chris Martin while appearing on the chat show Late Night With Seth Meyers. Johnson spoke about her new movie 'Materialists', helmed by director and writer Celine Song, whom the actress said she was "obsessed" with after seeing her Oscar-nominated "Past Lives."

The film is set to be released on June 13. A24 confirmed the premiere date for 'Materialists' on X. "Save the date. Celine Song's MATERIALISTS 6.13.2025," the post said, with a photo of a heart-shaped Materialists cake, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

The romantic comedy follows a young matchmaker in New York City (Johnson), who is torn between her ideal match and an imperfect ex. The ensemble cast features Zoe Winters, Marin Ireland, Dasha Nekrasova from Succession, and Louisa Jacobson.

Principal photography on Materialists began in New York on April 29, 2024, and wrapped the following June. Christine Vachon and Pamela Koffler of Killer Films, together with David Hinojosa of 2AM, are producers, as per the outlet.

Song's plays include Endlings and The Seagull on The Sims 4 (both 2020). Her directorial film debut, Past Lives (2023), received critical acclaim and was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Picture and Best Original Screenplay.

"I didn't know I knew how to make a movie until I was doing it," said Song, adding, "And then once I was doing it, I was like, 'Oh my God, I'm going to do this until I die.'"

Johnson, who was last on our screens in Madame Web, will unite with Avengers star Evans and Gladiator II's Pascal, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Reader Comments

Here are 5 diverse Indian perspective comments on Dakota Johnson's Hollywood critique:
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Priya K.
She's absolutely right about the lack of originality in Hollywood! Even we in India see how Bollywood keeps remaking South Indian films or old classics. Audiences everywhere crave fresh stories. Maybe Dakota should collaborate with Indian filmmakers - we know how to tell original stories on tight budgets! 😊
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Amit S.
Interesting perspective but Hollywood still produces better content than most industries. At least they're trying new formats like streaming shows. In India, we have the same masala movies for decades. Dakota's new movie sounds promising though - hope it releases here soon!
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Rahul D.
While I agree with her creative points, it's a bit rich coming from someone who starred in Fifty Shades sequels. Hollywood's problem is focusing too much on profits rather than art. Our regional cinema in India (Malayalam, Bengali etc.) shows how to balance both better.
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Shweta M.
As someone who watches both Bollywood and Hollywood, I feel Indian audiences are more forgiving of remakes if they're done well. Hollywood remakes often lack soul. Dakota's right - we want fresh stories! Maybe she should watch some of our indie films for inspiration ✨
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Vikram P.
The real issue is global audiences becoming smarter. Whether Hollywood or Bollywood, viewers now have access to world cinema through streaming. Dakota's comments show even insiders recognize this creative stagnation. Time for all film industries to up their game!

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