In the 2010 film wall street, money never sleeps, think about the character of Bretton James...

In the 2010 film wall street, money never sleeps, think about the character of Bretton James and the way he views business. In what ways is the concept of dehumanization reflected in his practices and beliefs? Also, think about the ways in which ways of life and values are depicted and represented in the film generally. Is dehumanization, as a practice, relevant to the implied ways of life?

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Expert Solution

The primary slogan associated with the movie is 'Greed is good'.

About Bretton James

The character of Bretton James is that of the Head of the firm which is a rival to Keller Zabel Investments (KZI). Bretton James' firm is called Churchill Schwartz. Their rivalry is set since the dot-com debacle when KZI was in a position to help Churchill Schwartz but chose not to.

Character Traits related to Business:

1. Gekko's account of KZIs downward spiral being attributed to Bretton's rumor about debt is a classic example of how ethical practices in investment banking are near zero. This shows that Bretton wants to win no matter how.
2. Bretton's handling of the Chinese investments for his own profits and to save his own skin shows his callousness and selfishness with which he approaches money.
3. Bretton secretly accepts a bailout by a Federal agency while he should have had the morals to stand by his investment deals.

Dehumanization in Ways of Life & Values

1. The film depicts that people shall always be self-centered
2. It shows that all people inherently are capable of being evil when it comes to wealth
3. It shows how greed is a great motivator for doing immoral activities
4. It shows how relationships are valued second to profits in this cut throat world.
5. It also shows that we choose the person that we want to be, irrespective of how the world views us.

Relevance of Dehumanization

1. We are indeed dehumanized in every part of our life. We are seen as uses, income, bank balance and status - not as humans.
2. The moment that someone's value is attached to the appearance of a person - we are dehumanized.
3. Racism is a great example of dehumanization. We are not respected as individuals.
4. The set up of corporate success is in itself a great example of dehumanization. If one is burned out, the value that one brings in is lost, so is the person's importance.
5. Dehumanization happens all around us and therefore it is indeed relevant in today's life.

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