The Laundromat

The Laundromat, a satirical crime drama, primarily evokes Humor through its unconventional storytelling and the comedic performances of Gary Oldman and Antonio Banderas, who break the fourth wall to explain complex financial concepts. This humor, however, serves to highlight a deeper sense of Anger and Disgust at the pervasive corruption, tax evasion, and illicit dealings of the super-wealthy, as exposed by the Panama Papers. Empathy is felt for characters like Ellen Martin (Meryl Streep), who are victims of this opaque and unjust system, leading to a degree of Sadness for the broader societal implications. The complex nature of the financial schemes also generates Anxiety and Curiosity as the audience navigates the 'rabbit hole' of information.