I Lyric Money Want

I Lyric Money Want

I Lyric Money Want

John Self, a director of commercials with a weakness for alcohol, money, and pornography, is given the opportunity to direct a feature length film that will either be titled Good Money or Bad Money. Fielding Goodney, the producer of the movie, is madcap enough to let John do essentially whatever he wants, pouring more and more money into the film without any questions asked. Such uninhibited spending permits John's most debauched whims and desires to come to light.

John Self, Hedonist and Pervert

The fact that Money was written in 1984 is telling of a decade that was dominated by the conservative fiscal and social policies of then prime minister Margaret Thatcher. With such palpable repression in the air, both in London and New York--the cities where the story alternates--it is no wonder that John has a bit of trouble in the self-control department.

His penchant for drinking, pornography, and hand jobs heightens tenfold when he goes to New York to consult with the cast, producer, and screenwriter of Good Money. Aware that he should be more faithful to his British girlfriend, Selena Street, John tries to make an effort to be better, less salacious, and cut back on the drinking. This plan, however, seems to be impossible to execute during his extended stay in New York City.