Money can shape an empire, but the broken heart is barren and desolate

Zachery 2022-04-20 09:01:47

The title is a bit underwhelming. It's a bit far-fetched to call the world of money, and it's better to call it a ransom cloud. The huge industry of the Getty family is indeed staggering, but the whole film does not describe too much how this huge money empire was built, but instead entangles most of the experience on the kidnapping of Paul Getty. , depicts the attitude and handling of everyone in the family through the kidnapping incident. The old financier is rich enough to rival the country, but his indifference and indifference to the kidnapping of his grandson makes it hard to understand, even if the lawyer finds his daughter-in-law after his death and explains that he can't spend money, he can only keep investing, and the more he invests the capital. The more money, the more money. It's a bit like the Jinshan Strange Circle. The Jinshan is getting bigger and bigger, but it is getting farther and farther away from him. But it's always a bit far-fetched, and it's entirely possible to take out a few works of art and give it to her daughter-in-law.

Paul's mother was calm in dealing with her son's kidnapping, and her impulsive thoughts were finally controlled by reason. With the help of a former CIA agent played by Mark Walkerberg, she finally rescued her son. Of course, Paul also paid the price of one ear. It has to be said that Italians are prudent in fighting wars and building a mafia.

In the world of money, everything has value, even if it is a close relative, how much is it worth! ! ! The indifferent attitude in the face of the sudden kidnapping incident is the most chilling thing. What if you have wealth that can rival the country? In the end, when he died, no family was by his side, and there was only a painting to accompany him to Huangquan, which is really sad! ! ! His son was addicted to drugs and lived in a mess, like a mess. It also had a lot to do with the indifference of the old Getty to his family. In his eyes, only interests, utilization values, the necessity of investment and other capital matters , and the rest, in his eyes, is just a waste of time to care about, including his family. . .

In terms of wealth, he is a very rich man and has a business empire that no one can match; but in terms of family and affection, he is a complete asshole, and his attitude towards family, friends, and employees is only to see if there is any value for use. If not, immediately Kick it away, indifference to the point of cold blood, indifference to the point where everything in the world is desperate! ! ! !

Money can shape an empire, but the broken heart is barren and desolate! ! !

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  • Laurie 2022-03-23 09:02:07

    2.5/5 bland, at AMC Loews Lincoln Square 13h

  • Daniela 2022-03-25 09:01:10

    It's like "Citizen Kane" meets "Heineken Kidnapping", Lei Gong teaches you how to play a serious drama adapted from real events, the excellent narrative and delicate characterization are master-level enjoyment, dramatic power It's amazing, and the performance is all-around brilliant.

All the Money in the World quotes

  • J. Paul Getty: It's a good day.

    Fletcher Chace: I'm glad to hear that, Mr. Getty. It'll make this much easier. We need to pay the ransom.

    J. Paul Getty: I thought you said this was a hoax.

    Fletcher Chace: Your grandson was kidnapped by members of the Calabrese' Ndrangheta. Two of the original kidnappers are dead, and one is missing.

    J. Paul Getty: That sounds like progress to me.

    Fletcher Chace: I'm afraid not, all right? They got nervous waiting for the ransom. They sold the boy to an investor.

    J. Paul Getty: "An investor"? Who invests in kidnapped children?

    Fletcher Chace: You'd be surprised. There's nothing people can't find a way to turn into money.

    J. Paul Getty: You told me that Paul and his mother had cooked this up to soak me.

    Fletcher Chace: And I was wrong, all right? Paul may have talked about being kidnapped with his friends. He put it out there. He's not behind this.

    J. Paul Getty: How do I know that you're not wrong now?

    Fletcher Chace: These people are not the old-world Malavita anymore. Their only code is profit and loss. They will do things to Paul that cannot be undone for any amount of money. We have to pay

    J. Paul Getty: Well, this simply isn't possible. My financial position has changed.

    Fletcher Chace: Really? I mean, 30 seconds ago,you said it was a good day. I mean, I'm not all that bright, but I can multiply as well as you. With oil up as much as it was this morning, you have amassed another fortune.

    J. Paul Getty: Well, what if the embargo is lifted and oil were to crash? I'd be exposed. I have never been more vulnerable financially than I am right now.

    Fletcher Chace: Mr. Getty, with all due respect, nobody has ever been richer than you are at this moment.

    J. Paul Getty: I have no money to spare.

    Fletcher Chace: What would it take? I mean, what would it take for you to feel secure?

    J. Paul Getty: More

  • Corvo: Forgive me, Ms. Getty. Just one last question, regarding your testimony earlier. Why did you think the kidnapping was a joke?

    Gail Harris: It's a *figure of speech*. The whole situation was unbelievable. It still is.

    Corvo: Well, tragic, yes, but not unbelievable.

    Fletcher Chace: It's not tragic *yet*. Maybe you ought to work on keeping it that way.

    [later]

    Fletcher Chace: Did Paul ever talk to you about having himself kidnapped?

    Gail Harris: You've got to remember who the Gettys are. Every time someone stays in the bathroom for too long, someone makes a joke about being held for ransom. Paul might have cracked a joke once or twice among friends...

    Fletcher Chace: [points] There's that word again.

    Gail Harris: What word?

    Fletcher Chace: A "joke". You said you thought it was a joke when it first happened.

    Gail Harris: Now you sound like that policeman. Whose side are you on, Mr. Chace?

    Fletcher Chace: I'm on my own side. Always. And if this is a joke, I'd like to make sure that I'm in on it.