Inside Job
The film that cost over $20,000,000,000,000 to make.
Overview
A film that exposes the shocking truth behind the economic crisis of 2008. The global financial meltdown, at a cost of over $20 trillion, resulted in millions of people losing their homes and jobs. Through extensive research and interviews with major financial insiders, politicians and journalists, Inside Job traces the rise of a rogue industry and unveils the corrosive relationships which have corrupted politics, regulation and academia.
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What makes this movie Worth Watching
Released during a time of deep economic recession, Inside Job aimed to shed light on the causes and effects of the 2008 global financial crisis. It served as both a historical record and a warning about potential future crises.
- Offers a comprehensive and accessible exploration of the 2008 financial crisis, its causes, and consequences.
- Provides engaging interviews with experts and key players in the global financial system.
- Uses innovative animation techniques to illustrate complex economic concepts in an easily understandable manner.
- Raises important questions about corporate greed, government regulation, and the ethics of Wall Street.
Fun Facts
- The film's animation style was inspired by graphic novels, comics, and infographics to make the complex topics more accessible.
- Director Charles Ferguson initially planned for the film to be a short documentary, but it eventually grew into a feature-length project due to the vast scope of the subject matter.
- Inside Job was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature in 2011.