Movies About Wall Street On Netflix

From Paul Thomas Anderson, starring Daniel Day-Lewis, Paul Dano, Ciarán Hinds, Martin Stringer
Rated R

There Will Be Blood is a 2007 American drama film written and directed by Paul Thomas Anderson and loosely based on Upton Sinclair's novel Oil! (1927). The film stars Daniel Day-Lewis as a prospector and oilman in the early 20th century American West who becomes an ultra-wealthy businessman, and Paul Dano as a charismatic young pastor who clashes with him. The story follows oilman Daniel Plainview and his relationship with Eli Sunday, a local preacher. As Plainview's wealth and influence grow, so does his power and ambition, leading to violent and destructive consequences. Ultimately, Plainview is revealed as a ruthless and morally bankrupt individual driven solely by his greed and determination to acquire more wealth and power. The film's themes include religion, family, greed, materialism and the corrupting influence of money.

From Woody Allen, starring Woody Allen, Diane Keaton, Tony Roberts, Carol Kane
Rated PG

Annie Hall is a romantic comedy starring Woody Allen and Diane Keaton. The film follows the story of Alvy Singer, a neurotic New York comedian who falls in love with the free-spirited Annie Hall. As their relationship develops, Alvy reflects on his past relationships and career struggles as he struggles to make the relationship work. Through a series of flashbacks, Alvy and Annie explore the ups and downs of their relationship as they learn to confront their differences and ultimately find true love. The film won four Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Original Screenplay.

From Brian Knappenberger, starring Aaron Swartz, Tim Berners-Lee, Cindy Cohn, Gabriella Coleman
Rated Not Rated

The Internet's Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz is a documentary that tells the life story of programming prodigy and information activist Aaron Swartz. It examines his work in social justice causes like internet freedom, open access to information, and copyright reform. It describes how he worked to make the world a better place, but was met with harsh legal persecution by the government due to his activism. The film follows his story, from his early days as a computer programmer and activist, to his battle with the government, to his untimely death at the age of 26. The film is an exploration of the power of information and freedom, and a tribute to Aaron Swartz's legacy as a champion of justice.

From James Mangold, starring Joaquin Phoenix, Reese Witherspoon, Ginnifer Goodwin, Robert Patrick
Rated PG-13

Walk the Line is a biographical drama film directed by James Mangold, starring Joaquin Phoenix and Reese Witherspoon. The narrative follows the life of singer-songwriter Johnny Cash, from his early days in Arkansas to his rise to fame in the music industry. Along the way, he deals with personal struggles, including his broken relationship with his father, and his complicated love life, particularly his feelings for June Carter, played by Witherspoon. Ultimately, Cash triumphs against the odds and becomes one of the most beloved and influential American musicians of all time.

From Paul Haggis, starring Don Cheadle, Sandra Bullock, Thandiwe Newton, Karina Arroyave
Rated R

Crash is a 2004 drama film directed by Paul Haggis, which follows the lives of several Los Angeles residents in the aftermath of a car crash. The film examines racial and social tensions in LA by focusing on an array of different characters from different social backgrounds who are brought together in the aftermath of a car crash. They include a police detective and his wife, two carjackers, the victims of the carjacking, a racist white veteran, a Persian family, and more. Through interactions between these characters, the film examines the complex and often dangerous dynamics of modern race relations in the United States.

From Bernardo Bertolucci, starring John Lone, Joan Chen, Peter O'Toole, Ruocheng Ying
Rated PG-13

The Last Emperor is a biographical epic directed by Bernardo Bertolucci that chronicles the life of Pu Yi, the last emperor of China. The film spans from Pu Yi's life as a three-year-old Emperor in 1908, through his abdication and exile to Manchukuo in 1924, his internment in a Japanese prison camp in 1945, and his eventual release in 1950. It shows the changes in his life as he struggles to adjust to the new Republic of China that replaced the centuries-old imperial system. Throughout the film, Pu Yi is continually pressured to conform to the demands of those in power while he attempts to assert his own identity. The film features spectacular cinematography and a stirring soundtrack, and won nine Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Director.

From Terrence Malick, starring Jim Caviezel, Sean Penn, Nick Nolte, Kirk Acevedo
Rated R

The Thin Red Line is a 1998 war drama film directed by Terrence Malick and based on the novel of the same name by James Jones. Set during the Battle of Guadalcanal in World War II, the film focuses on a platoon of US soldiers from their arrival on the island to their eventual withdrawal. Throughout the movie, the men are shown struggling with their inner emotions and moral dilemmas as they face the harsh realities of war. The film also explores themes of morality, heroism, and spirituality, which are all explored through the eyes of the men. The film is well-regarded for its visual artistry and dreamlike cinematography, as well as its nonlinear narrative and philosophical themes.

From Francis Ford Coppola, starring Al Pacino, Diane Keaton, Andy Garcia, Talia Shire
Rated R

The Godfather Part III is an epic crime drama directed by Francis Ford Coppola and follows the aging patriarch of the Corleone crime family, Michael Corleone (Al Pacino), who has finally found a balance between his family and his criminal enterprise. However, his attempts to legitimize his business are further threatened by the machinations of a dangerous Sicilian Mafia family. As his enemies close in, Michael must make a desperate attempt to protect his family and his empire. The film also stars Diane Keaton, Andy Garcia, Talia Shire, and Eli Wallach, and features an Academy Award-winning performance by Sofia Coppola.

From Tom Ford, starring Colin Firth, Julianne Moore, Matthew Goode, Nicholas Hoult
Rated R

A Single Man is a 2009 drama film written and directed by fashion designer Tom Ford, based on the 1964 novel of the same name by Christopher Isherwood. The film stars Colin Firth as George Falconer, a depressed, middle-aged gay British college professor living in Southern California in 1962. After the death of his long-time partner Jim (Matthew Goode), George struggles with intense feelings of loneliness and depression, while trying to find meaning in his life. He continues to live his life as he used to, teaching classes, interacting with his students, and spending time with his close friend Charley (Julianne Moore). However, throughout the film, George’s mental health begins to unravel, leading him to contemplate suicide. Despite intense public scrutiny due to the taboo nature of homosexuality during the 1960s, George musters the courage to confront the challenges of his life head on.

From Takashi Miike, starring Kôji Yakusho, Takayuki Yamada, Yûsuke Iseya, Ikki Sawamura
Rated R

13 Assassins is a 2010 Japanese period action film directed by Takashi Miike. The story follows a group of elite samurai in the mid-19th century as they set out to assassinate a sadistic lord who poses a threat to their feudal lord. The group of thirteen faces off against the lord's massive army in a thrilling battle to the death. The story is a classic samurai tale, filled with action, suspense, and a moral dilemma. Despite the overwhelming odds, the assassins are determined to carry out their mission and restore peace and justice to their land. Along the way, they must also confront their own personal demons and come to terms with their own mortality. The film is a bloody, thrilling, and intense spectacle that is sure to entertain those who love action and samurai films.

From Anthony Minghella, starring Ralph Fiennes, Juliette Binoche, Willem Dafoe, Kristin Scott Thomas
Rated R

From Oliver Stone, starring Charlie Sheen, Michael Douglas, Tamara Tunie, Franklin Cover
Rated R

From Martin Scorsese, starring Robert De Niro, Harvey Keitel, David Proval, Amy Robinson
Rated R

From Rob Marshall, starring Renée Zellweger, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Richard Gere, Taye Diggs
Rated PG-13

From Paul Thomas Anderson, starring Joaquin Phoenix, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Amy Adams, Jesse Plemons
Rated R

From Pablo Trapero, starring Martina Gusman, Guadalupe Rébora, Francisco Marquez, Roberto Maciel
Rated Not Rated

From David Schwimmer, starring Clive Owen, Catherine Keener, Liana Liberato, Jason Clarke
Rated R

From Macon Blair, starring Melanie Lynskey, Chris Doubek, Marilyn Faith Hickey, Jared Roylance
Rated TV-MA

From Timo Tjahjanto, starring Iko Uwais, Joe Taslim, Julie Estelle, Hannah Al Rashid
Rated TV-MA

From Jonathan Demme, starring Denzel Washington, Liev Schreiber, Meryl Streep, Kimberly Elise
Rated R

From Directors: Kimo Stamboel, Timo Tjahjanto, starring Iko Uwais, Chelsea Islan, Sunny Pang, Very Tri Yulisman
Rated Not Rated

From Álex de la Iglesia, starring Raphael, Mario Casas, Pepón Nieto, Blanca Suárez
Rated Not Rated