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Wall Street (1987)
"When is it enough?"
Great film about the world of high finance, showing with tremendous lucidity the greed and careerism that permeates this environment. Michael Douglas masterfully captures all these aspects in the character of Gordon Gekko.
The film, all in all, follows a decidedly classic and linear narrative structure. The young protagonist in the early days of his career who in following the teachings of Faustian mentor Gordon Gekko is pitted against his father's role model until the inevitable moment of confrontation.
Some of the sets are spectacular, particularly Gordon Gekko's studio from which one is able to view all of New York City, a theme later echoed in Bud's new home.
Although it has been a long time since the film was released, the film is nonetheless relevant and enlightening and I highly recommend it. A short remark about the ending. I think it is a bit rushed and, seeing it today, far too optimistic somewhat in keeping with the spirit of the 1980s. I think an ending in which Gordon Gekko gets away with it and continues in his business, despite Bud's attempt, would have made the film even more powerful.
Rude Boy (1980)
Nice Clash depiction but that's it
Interesting depiction of the Clash from a sideline point of view, one really gets an understanding of their fanbase at the time and the Clash view concerning the general social/political situation in the UK at the time. Nice thing is that as the movie progresses you kind of get the impression of the band getting bigger and bigger. The various bits of concerts here and there also very nice.
The main problem is however that the rest of the time the movie doesn't work at all. The plot is very weak, not helped by the slob protagonist. Also the interactions between the protagonist and the band come out very wooden. I suppose this movie is more for Clash hardcore fans.