WALL STREET - MONEY NEVER SLEEPS, USA,2010
Wall Street: Money Never
Sleeps Movie Review
Summary:
"Wall Street: The movie titled “Money Never Sleeps” by Oliver Stone
is a sequel to the 1987 film “Wall Street.” It features a young ambitious
stockbroker, Jake Moore by Shia LaBeouf. He becomes involved in the world of
big finances, and is committed to seek revenge upon Bretton James, a powerful
figure on Wall Street. This man was a participant in the death of Jake’s mentor
and the loss of his fiancée’s brother.
The film is set in 2008 and explores issues of greed, morality, and
instability in the world of finance. Notably, Gordon Gekko, portrayed by
Michael Douglas, makes a return appearance as the ruthless corporate raider.
Having just exited prison, Gekko meets Jake, and their exchanges become crucial
to the film’s plot.
Winnie, Carey Mulligan, as Jake’s fiancée, struggles to come to terms
with her father’s legacy. She is a key character in the story. The film
illustrates how personal relationships are often at odds with the relentless
desire for wealth, reminiscent of the events from the 2008 global financial
crisis.
In "Wall Street: Acting performances vary in “Money Never Sleeps”.
Michael Douglas gives back the charm and charm of Gordon Gekko, while Shia
LaBeouf is convincing as a young Wall Street aspirant. Nevertheless, Winnie,
played by Carey Mulligan, is somewhat shallow, thus it is hard to identify with
her problems.
The film successfully demonstrates the harshness of the financial world
and challenges the characters face. It offers a lesson in warning about the
disastrous outcomes of uncontrolled greed and unethical choices. However, the
film is a good illustration of the hard realities the industry is facing. Some
of the viewers might find the financial jargon a bit hard to comprehend.
In conclusion, "Wall Street: The movie “Money Never Sleeps”
investigates the outcome of financial corruption and the consequences it has on
personal life and society. Despite being inconsistent in its acting, the movie
teaches some crucial lessons on the moral dilemmas of the financial world and
the unjust pursuit of riches. This film is especially important for those who
are interested in finance, economics and the events related with a financial
crisis of 2008. It raises a lot of questions about the impact of this industry
on our lives.
Criticism about Acting and Story
Realization/Implementation
Acting:
The performances in "Wall Street: The quality of “Money Never
Sleeps” varies. Michael Douglas, with his iconic character Gordon Gekko, is, of
course, the star. The character’s famous charm and presence in the first “Wall
Street” movie is brought back by him. The ruthless corporate raider he depicts,
remains one of the most compelling and memorable aspects of the film.
Jake Moore, an ambitious young Wall Street trader, is played by Shia
LaBeouf. LaBeouf’s is not bad; indeed, he manages to convey the excitement and
ardor of a novice at finance. However, other viewers might argue that his
character is lacking the depth and complexity present in other scenes.
However, the portrayal of Winnie, Jake’s fiancée, performed by Carey
Mulligan, is wanting. The portrayal of Mulligan is too shallow to make the
audience empathize with Winnie and her problems. Winnie’s character also seems
to be one-dimensional. This limitation of hers in acting makes it difficult for
the audience to get involved with the character’s problems.
Story Realization/Implementation:
The story realization and implementation in "Wall Street: Money
Never Sleeps" have both strengths and weaknesses. The film successfully
captures the cutthroat world of high finance, portraying the ethical dilemmas
and personal consequences faced by its characters.
In the plot, the themes of betrayal, redemption and the destructiveness
of unrestrainable greed are articulately knitted. It reflects upon real world
events, which were linked to 2008 financial crisis, and the result is that the
story is highly actual and provoking for thoughts.
The general pacing of the movie is good, hence keeping the viewers interested.
Though the story employs some intricate financial terms, some viewers may feel
that they are too complicated for their taste. They may feel somewhat misplaced
or unsettled, especially if they are not versed with the subtleties of the
financial industry.
In summary, while the acting performances in "Wall Street: The quality of
the “Money Never Sleeps” varies but the film successfully captures the hard
realities of the financial world and the moral dilemmas that character’s face.
The theme in the story is interesting and it is also a relevant reflection of
the 2008 financial crisis, thus making it a must-watch. However, some viewers
may have challenges to understand the story due to complex financial terms used
in the documentary film.
Rating:
I would rate "Wall Street: The rating for “Money Never Sleeps” is
3.5 out of 5. This rating is based on the strengths and weaknesses of the movie
considering its acting, script, and effect it leaves.
There are quite a few positive attributes of the film. The return of
Michael Douglas as Gordon Gekko is notable, where charisma and wit which
initially made the character popular have been perfectly captured. It is also
noteworthy that Shia LaBeouf was Jake, the ambitious young trader. It is the
essence and resolution of an individual desiring to leave an imprint in the
world of finance. However, Winnie played by Carey Mulligan was not so bad, but
could have profited from more depth and emotions.
The story’s realization is a combination of exciting moments and
intricacies, which can leave some viewers bamboozled, especially when it deals
with sophisticated financial slang. However, the film well captures the
harshness of the financial world, problems that characters face and the
consequences of uncontrolled greed. Being grounded in real-world events of the
2008 financial crisis, this is a meaningful as well as thought-provoking
experience.
Educational Value:
"Wall Street: In its own way, Money Never Sleeps” is very useful in
understanding the modern world of finance and the consequences that it has on
people and society. It is a warning against the evil effects of unregulated
greed within the financial world.
The film offers an insight into the workings of financial markets,
investment tactics, and corporate manipulation. This movie makes people
question the ethics of the financial world and the pursuit of wealth at all
costs. It may not provide a holistic education in finance, but it raises
critical discussions on how the industry affects our lives and the consequences
of unrestrained desire.
Recommend this movie to others?
I would recommend "Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps" to those
with an interest in finance, economics, and the consequences of unchecked
greed. The movie offers a relevant reflection on the 2008 financial crisis,
with Michael Douglas's reprisal of Gordon Gekko being a standout performance.
While the film has its flaws, including some uneven acting and moments of
complex financial jargon, it successfully conveys the cutthroat nature of the
financial world and the moral dilemmas faced by its characters.
If you want a film that can provoke discussions over the ethics of
finance and wealth pursuits, this is the movie that you ought to watch. It is a
useful tool in that it offers important lessons about the dangers of
unrestricted ambition. However, for those seeking a purely entertaining or
lighthearted experience, "Wall Street: The choice of the title “Money
Never Sleeps” might not be the best.
