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MONEY MONSTER *Movie Review*

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May 16, 2016

It’s rare to find a movie that entertains as much as it teaches.  Most films manage to do one or the other–and sometimes, not even that well.

Jodie Foster‘s latest directorial release of MONEY MONSTER does both: it’s entertaining while providing a deeply nuanced socially relevant story as well.  Oscar winners George Clooney and Julia Roberts star in this fascinating take on redemption, big business, and how much of a song and dance routine news shows really are.

Take a look below for a full analysis of the themes and symbolism in MONEY MONSTER, along with a series of eagle-eye details to watch for.  Don’t worry, it’s all spoiler-free…

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