In the discussion about Jesse Armstrong's new film, "Mountainhead," critics explore how it portrays tech billionaires and their moral ambiguities. They emphasize how Armstrong's work continues to critique the ultra-wealthy, making them appear flawed and often amoral. The critics also reflect on the cultural significance of tech oligarchs like Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg, examining the challenges artists face in satirizing figures that are increasingly powerful and influential in daily life.
"I think now that job is more important and also harder to do for artists, simply because the culture is so enraptured with wealth."
"Mountainhead is arguably an extension of his overall project: making the ultra-wealthy look fallible, unglamorous, and often flat-out amoral."
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