INVESTING YOUR VALUES

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These movies offer a range of perspectives on Wall Street, from the glamorous and high-flying to the more dramatic and sobering aspects of the financial world.

Wall Street (1987) - Directed by Oliver Stone, this classic film explores the world of corporate raiders and insider trading. Michael Douglas plays the iconic character Gordon Gekko.

The Wolf of Wall Street (2013) - Directed by Martin Scorsese, this film is based on the real-life story of Jordan Belfort, played by Leonardo DiCaprio. It delves into the excesses and unethical practices in the world of finance.

Margin Call (2011) - This thriller, directed by J.C. Chandor, takes place over a 24-hour period during the early stages of the 2008 financial crisis and explores the moral dilemmas faced by an investment bank.

Boiler Room (2000) - Directed by Ben Younger, this film follows a college dropout who becomes involved in a brokerage firm that engages in pump-and-dump schemes.

Too Big to Fail (2011) - Based on the book by Andrew Ross Sorkin, this HBO film provides a behind-the-scenes look at the 2008 financial crisis and the efforts to stabilize the economy.

The Big Short (2015)—Directed by Adam McKay, this film is based on the true story of a group of investors who predicted the housing market collapse and the financial crisis of 2008.

Inside Job (2010) - While not a traditional narrative film, this documentary, directed by Charles Ferguson, comprehensively analyzes the 2008 financial crisis, exploring its causes and consequences.

 

These documentaries provide a range of perspectives on corporate social irresponsibility, from environmental concerns to financial scandals and unethical business practices.

American Greed (TV series, 2007-present): While not specific to failed businesses, this true-crime documentary series covers various cases of white-collar crimes, including corporate fraud and financial scandals.

Banking on Bitcoin (2016) - While not exclusively about a failed business, this documentary explores the rise, fall, and potential resurgence of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. It touches on the challenges faced by the cryptocurrency industry.

Betting on Zero (2016) - This documentary examines the controversy surrounding Herbalife, a multi-level marketing company, and the battle between investors, including Bill Ackman, who believed the company was a pyramid scheme.

Blackfish (2013)—While not directly related to corporate social irresponsibility, this documentary criticizes SeaWorld's practices and raises ethical questions about the treatment of killer whales in captivity.

Dirty Money (2018-2020, TV series) - This Netflix documentary investigates corporate greed, corruption, and fraud cases. Each episode covers a different case, revealing the darker side of corporate behavior.

Dying for Everest (2018) - This documentary, part of the "Why We Fight" series, explores the business of guided Everest expeditions and the challenges faced by the industry, including ethical concerns and the impact of commercialization.

Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room (2005) - This documentary examines the collapse of Enron, one of the largest corporate fraud scandals in history. It provides insights into unethical business practices and the consequences of corporate greed.

Inside Job (2010) - Although mentioned earlier in the context of movies, this documentary, directed by Charles Ferguson, is an in-depth analysis of the 2008 financial crisis, exploring the role of corporations, financial institutions, and regulatory failures.

Rotten (2018, TV series) - Another Netflix series, "Rotten," explores various aspects of the global food industry, shedding light on fraud, corruption, and environmental impact caused by certain corporations.

The Corporation (2003) - This documentary critically examines the concept of a corporation as a legal entity and its impact on society. It explores how, as entities, corporations can exhibit psychopathic behavior.

The Inventor: Out for Blood in Silicon Valley (2019) - This HBO documentary focuses on Elizabeth Holmes and Theranos, a health technology company that claimed to have revolutionized blood testing but ultimately faced allegations of fraud.

The Smartest Guys in the Room (2005) - As previously mentioned in the context of Enron, this documentary provides a detailed look into the rise and fall of Enron, one of the largest corporate fraud scandals in history.

The True Cost (2015)—While primarily focusing on the fashion industry, this documentary touches on the environmental and social impacts of fast fashion, revealing some of the corporations' irresponsible practices.

WeWork: Or the Making and Breaking of a $47 Billion Unicorn (2021) - This documentary on Hulu delves into the rise and fall of WeWork. This once high-flying startup faced a spectacular downfall.

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