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10 money movies to watch

The Big Short: A sharp, satirical take on the 2008 financial crisis, focusing on the few who predicted and profited from the housing market collapse.

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The Wolf of Wall Street: A raucous tale of excess, greed, and corruption, following Jordan Belfort’s rise and fall on Wall Street. A gripping look at the dark side of financial success.

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Wall Street: Oliver Stone’s classic explores the ruthless world of corporate finance, centring on the mentor-protégé relationship between a young stockbroker and a powerful mogul. "Greed is good."

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Moneyball: A sports drama with a financial twist, following Billy Beane's data-driven approach to building a competitive baseball team on a limited budget. A triumph of numbers over tradition.

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Glengarry Glen Ross: A gritty look at the cutthroat world of real estate sales, where desperation and deceit rule. An intense portrayal of the human cost of high-pressure capitalism.

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Margin Call: Set during the early hours of the 2008 financial crisis, this drama unveils the moral dilemmas faced by a Wall Street firm on the brink of collapse. A portrayal of corporate survival.

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Inside Job: A detailed documentary that dissects the causes and consequences of the 2008 financial meltdown, exposing systemic corruption and failures. A crucial watch for understanding the crisis.

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Boiler Room: A fast-paced drama about a young man enticed by the allure of quick money in an illegal brokerage firm. A cautionary tale of ambition, greed, and the high cost of easy success.

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Trading Places: A comedic yet insightful look at social class and market manipulation, as a wealthy broker and a street hustler swap lives due to a bet. A sharp satire on the American dream.

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Too Big to Fail: A gripping retelling of the 2008 financial crisis, focusing on the frantic efforts of government and financial leaders to prevent total economic collapse. A high-stakes drama based on

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