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1 day ago · It opens with a powerful scene: angry. young men lamenting the dire state of the economy, the homes of the poor being dismantled to benefit the privileged and a devoted mother fervently praying for her son’s success. Radically powerful for its times, the film speaks to viewers even 50 years after its release. Guru (2007)
6 days ago · The film tells the tragic tale of George Eastman, a poor young man who becomes involved with two women - one rich and beautiful, the other poor and pregnant. George's misguided pursuit of wealth and social standing leads him down a dark path as he contemplates desperate measures to secure his dream life.
6 days ago · Sense and Sensibility is a 1995 period drama film directed by Ang Lee and based on Jane Austen's 1811 novel of the same name. The film follows the Dashwood sisters, Elinor and Marianne, as they navigate their way through societal norms and family pressures in pursuit of love and personal happiness.
6 days ago · The film is based on the novel An American Tragedy by Theodore Dreiser, and tells the story of a young working-class man named George Eastman (Clift) who falls in love with a wealthy socialite, Angela Vickers (Taylor).
Jun 12, 2024 · Movies about making money resonate with audiences who dream of stratospheric success or dread the consequences of financial ruin. The characters in these stories are often seen calculating, scheming, and sometimes, learning the hard lessons that come with chasing dollars.
Jun 15, 2024 · 1. The Wolf of Wall Street. Leonardo DiCaprio, Jonah Hill, Margot Robbie. 455 votes. In this thrilling tale of excess and corruption, Leonardo DiCaprio stars as Jordan Belfort, a young stockbroker who quickly rises to wealth and power by defrauding investors out of millions.
Jun 11, 2024 · Global issues such as homelessness, hunger and addiction have long inspired captivating portrayals of poverty in film and television characters.
