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The depictions of panhandling and the interactions with bystanders reveal an unsettling reality. Spenny quickly learns the art of panhandling, while also reflecting on the stigma associated with such acts. It becomes evident that the struggle for autonomy and identity is magnified in dire circumstances.

The Clash and Aftermath

Tensions escalate when Spenny is physically assaulted by a passerby, prompting police involvement. The absurdity peaks as Spenny finds himself in a holding cell—an ironic twist to their competition as it blatantly disqualifies him. The contrast between being “homeless” Yet sheltered in a cell underscores the competition’s artificiality against the backdrop of real-life homelessness.