The Money Monster

"There were no more Saturday romps. No pockets to rifle. In fact the yellow coin in his trousers was like a monster hiding in the cave of his pockets to destroy her." It can be argued that Missie May and Joe’s marriage thrived on the delight created by Joe’s weekly treats. In turn, this led Missie May to the assumption that the source of happiness was indeed monetary and because of this she slept with Mr. Slemmons in hopes of receiving some of the gold he claimed to have. She is painted as a simple and naïve woman and thus her actions do not appear to be done with ill intentions. This is one of the many moments in which she realizes that the loving relationship she shared with her husband is forever tarnished. It also shows that she finally acknowledges that money isn’t everything. How do Missie May and Joe’s perception of money differ?