The Best Movies to Understand the Economy (And How It Plays Us)
Movies offer an exciting escape to various worlds, allow us to experience alternative lifestyles, immerse us in heartfelt, heartrending, or humorous narratives, but they also serve as valuable educational tools, providing insights and lessons about our surroundings. While economics might appear dull within the entertainment realm, this collection demonstrates that there are countless compelling stories to be shared about how our economic systems function – and, regrettably, many of these tales are based on real events. Here’s a selection of blockbuster hits and award-winning documentaries that serve as a crash course in the American economy.