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What the movies teach us about recessions, memestocks and gold
5/27/2026
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11 mins
Topics
Introduction to Films on Business and Economics
Starts at 0:15
Discussion of 'The Insider'
Starts at 2:50
Depiction of Banking in 'It's a Wonderful Life'
Starts at 3:36
The Big Short and Financial Crisis Depictions
Starts at 4:17
Fun and Non-Serious Movie Suggestions
Starts at 7:06
Cinematic Portrayal of Economic Concepts
Starts at 9:01