In an interconnected and corrupt world, a group of investigators delves into the complex web of the 2008 financial crisis. As they unravel the threads of greed and irresponsibility within the banking sector, the film reveals a grim landscape where the avarice of a few destabilizes the lives of millions. Through interviews with experts, academics, and former Wall Street employees, it explores how a system meant to protect citizens becomes their worst enemy.
The protagonists take us on a journey from the roots of deregulation in the 1980s to the disastrous effects of the crisis, showing how the fraud and unscrupulousness of bankers and regulators led to a financial collapse. The narrative is as revealing as it is unsettling, as each character contributes a piece of the puzzle that uncovers the systemic failures that allowed the scandal to unfold on a large scale.
With a bold and accessible approach, the film not only explains the mechanics of the crisis but also raises uncomfortable questions about ethics and responsibility in the financial world. With a critical tone and an engaging narrative, it leaves us with a sense of urgency and the hope that by recognizing the mistakes of the past, we can prevent them from recurring in the future.