The "Wolf" Preys on Its Viewers

Rating: 1/10 (29 December 2013)

We watched "the Wolf of Wall Street" yesterday and could hardly wait for it to come to an end. I would give it an "L" for lousy, and for being 3 hours worth of wasted time. The movie was superficial and the characters lacked depth. The "critics" who recommended it also deserve an "L". Jordan Belfort its main character might be likened to Martin Scorsese its director. The former swindles the investor out of his money and the latter cheats the viewer of his precious time.
However, if you like pornography, the movie has scenes which are merely rated "R" but which deserve at least an "X". Furthermore, although lacking in quality, the movie at least has shock value. Apparently shock value is what is used as a substitute for depth. Those who wish to be "cool" will appreciate its appeal to the herd instinct (e.g., the taking of "cool" drugs which substitute "highs" for reality).