Money Monster

(2016)

In the movie Money Monster (2016), financial TV host Lee Gates and his producer Patty find themselves in a perilous situation when an angry investor takes them hostage, along with their crew. Lee Gates is a charismatic and flamboyant TV personality who provides advice on stock investments in his show, Money Monster. In one particular episode, he promotes a high-tech stock that unexpectedly crashes, causing millions of dollars in losses for its investors, including Kyle Budwell, a desperate blue-collar worker. Filled with rage and seeking revenge, Kyle storms into the TV studio during a live broadcast armed with a gun and a bomb vest. As the clock ticks and tension rises, Lee and Patty must not only figure out how to survive the hostage situation but also uncover the truth behind the stock market crash. With the world watching, they delve into the murky waters of high finance and attempt to expose corporate corruption. Directed by Jodie Foster, Money Monster is a gripping thriller that explores the consequences of media manipulation and the unethical practices of big corporations. Will Lee and Patty find a way to survive the chaos and bring justice to those responsible for the financial catastrophe?