Als je genoten hebt van 'Ein Becken voller Männer' (2018), een hartverwarmende Franse komedie over een groep mannen die een synchroonzwemteam vormen, dan ben je hier aan het juiste adres. In dit artikel ontdek je 10 films en series die een vergelijkbare mix van humor, emotie en onverwachte vriendschappen bieden. Perfect voor wie meer van dit genre wil zien!

Wall Street (1987)
Beschreibung: A classic tale of ambition and greed in the financial world, featuring iconic characters and quotable lines about the nature of capitalism.
Fakt: The phrase 'Greed is good' from the film became a cultural catchphrase. The movie won Michael Douglas an Academy Award for Best Actor.


Boiler Room (2000)
Beschreibung: A gritty look at the world of stockbrokers, focusing on the high-pressure environment and ethical compromises in the pursuit of wealth.
Fakt: The film was inspired by real-life boiler room operations. Many of the actors attended a 'broker boot camp' to prepare for their roles.


The Wolf of Wall Street (2013)
Beschreibung: A high-energy portrayal of excess and corruption in the stock market, filled with dark humor and a fast-paced narrative.
Fakt: The film holds the record for the most uses of the word 'fuck' in a non-documentary film. It was based on the real-life memoir of Jordan Belfort.


Moneyball (2011)
Beschreibung: A sports drama that delves into the analytical side of baseball, showcasing how data and unconventional thinking can challenge traditional systems.
Fakt: The film is based on the true story of the Oakland Athletics' 2002 season. Brad Pitt learned to throw a baseball left-handed for his role.


The Social Network (2010)
Beschreibung: A fast-paced drama about the creation of a tech giant, filled with sharp dialogue and themes of ambition, betrayal, and innovation.
Fakt: The screenplay was written by Aaron Sorkin in just two weeks. The film won three Academy Awards, including Best Adapted Screenplay.


The Big Short (2015)
Beschreibung: The film explores the complexities of the financial world with a mix of humor and drama, focusing on the 2008 financial crisis. It uses unconventional storytelling techniques to explain intricate financial concepts.
Fakt: The movie features cameos by celebrities like Selena Gomez and Anthony Bourdain to explain complex financial instruments. It won the Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay.


Margin Call (2011)
Beschreibung: A tense drama set over a 24-hour period during the early stages of the financial crisis, highlighting the moral dilemmas faced by employees at an investment bank.
Fakt: The film was shot in just 17 days. It was the first feature film directed by J.C. Chandor.


Inside Job (2010)
Beschreibung: A comprehensive documentary that dissects the causes and effects of the 2008 financial crisis, with a critical look at the institutions involved.
Fakt: The film won the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature. It features interviews with key figures from the financial world and government.


Too Big to Fail (2011)
Beschreibung: A dramatization of the 2008 financial crisis, focusing on the decisions made by key players in government and finance to prevent economic collapse.
Fakt: The film is based on the book by Andrew Ross Sorkin. It was nominated for 11 Primetime Emmy Awards.


Arbitrage (2012)
Beschreibung: A thriller about a hedge fund magnate trying to cover up his fraudulent activities while dealing with personal and professional crises.
Fakt: Richard Gere's performance earned him a Golden Globe nomination. The film was shot on location in New York City.
