: While held at gunpoint, Gates and Fenn begin to investigate the "glitch" that supposedly caused the stock crash. They eventually uncover that the CEO of Ibis, Walt Camby (Dominic West), intentionally manipulated the algorithm for personal gain.
: During a live broadcast of the financial show Money Monster , a blue-collar worker named Kyle Budwell (played by Jack O'Connell) storms the set with a gun and an explosive vest. Money MonsterHD
: Critics praised the performances of Clooney, Roberts, and O'Connell but were divided on the film's tone. Some found it a thrilling entertainer, while others felt its social commentary was "muddled" or "noisy". : While held at gunpoint, Gates and Fenn
: The crisis ends in a public confrontation where Camby is forced to admit his wrongdoing on camera. Kyle is ultimately killed by police snipers, leaving the SEC to investigate the corruption at Ibis. Key Themes : Critics praised the performances of Clooney, Roberts,
Money Monster is a real-time thriller released in 2016, directed by . It stars George Clooney as Lee Gates, a flashy financial television host, and Julia Roberts as Patty Fenn, his long-suffering producer. Plot Summary
: Kyle lost his entire life savings ($60,000) after following a stock tip from Gates for a company called Ibis Clear Capital . The stock inexplicably plummeted, resulting in a loss of $800 million in market value.