10 Movies Exploring Greed, Corruption, and Human Nature
10 titles
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The FounderMovie · 2016 · 115m · Drama, HistoryThis is the true story of how Ray Kroc, an Illinois salesman, encountered Mac and Dick McDonald, who were operating a successful burger restaurant in Southern California during the 1950s. Kroc was drawn to their efficient food preparation and recognized the potential for a franchise. He strategically worked to take control of the company from the brothers, ultimately building it into a billion-dollar empire.Stream onIMDb 7.2TMDB 7.1
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The ConferenceMovie · 2023 · 101m · Horror, ComedyDuring a relaxing retreat, a diverse team of government workers must overcome their personal conflicts while facing a deadly killer.Stream onIMDb 5.7TMDB 5.5
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The BurialMovie · 2023 · 126m · Drama, HistoryWhen a business agreement falls apart, Jeremiah O'Keefe, who owns a funeral home, hires the persuasive lawyer Willie E. Gary to help him. The two men form a connection as they work together, uncovering corporate wrongdoing and racial inequality.Stream onIMDb 7.1TMDB 7.1
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Office InvasionMovie · 2022 · 112m · Science Fiction, ComedyThree friends must band together to protect their important mining business from an unexpected threat: aliens! The situation quickly spirals out of control.Stream on - 5
Futurama: Bender's Big ScoreMovie · 2007 · 89m · Animation, Comedy, Science FictionAfter being canceled, the Planet Express crew is robbed by bizarre criminals who use strange technology. The situation escalates when the criminals hack Bender, giving him time-traveling abilities and allowing them to conquer Earth. Can the crew stop them, or will Bender's greed and their own mistakes lead to disaster?IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.4 - 6
Planet of the HumansMovie · 2019 · 100m · DocumentaryThe promise of "Renewable Energy" as a solution is a carefully constructed illusion, benefiting a select few. Popular concepts like electric vehicles are misleading; these vehicles are often powered by fossil fuels – coal, natural gas, or even unsustainable sources like dead salmon.Stream onIMDb 6.9TMDB 6.3
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Roger & MeMovie · 1989 · 91m · Documentary, History, Comedy"American Dream 2.0" is a documentary about the consequences of General Motors closing its Flint, Michigan plant. The closure cost over 30,000 jobs, leading to widespread hardship and despair in the city and surrounding communities. Filmmaker Michael Moore documents the emotional toll on those affected, focusing on the human impact of corporate choices. The film centers on Moore's efforts to interview GM CEO Roger Smith, believing he can either revitalize Flint or worsen its situation. Through personal stories and interviews, the film examines the failure of the American Dream and questions what happens when economic progress stops.Stream onIMDb 7.5TMDB 7.1
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The Bad Sleep WellMovie · 1960 · 150m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerThis adaptation of Shakespeare's "Hamlet" follows Kôichi Nishi as he climbs the corporate ladder in Japan. He marries Iwabuchi, the crippled daughter of the vice president, at a grand wedding where the cake is designed to look like their company headquarters. This cake triggers memories of Nishi’s father’s mysterious death and fuels his desire for revenge. Driven to uncover the truth behind his parents' deaths, Kôichi navigates a world of power, ambition, and betrayal, determined to find justice.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.7 - 9
The LoraxMovie · 1972 · 25m · Animation, Family, TV MovieThe story centers on the Once-ler, a successful businessman whose life changes dramatically. It follows his path from wealth to devastation as he ignores the warnings of the Lorax, a wise creature of the forest. The Lorax tries to stop the Once-ler from harming the environment with his relentless pursuit of profit, but is ignored. This leads to severe consequences for both the Once-ler and the natural world around him. The film examines responsibility, the price of unrestrained advancement, and the importance of protecting nature.Stream onIMDb 7.8TMDB 7.1
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The Lightning CodeMovie · 2025 · 88m · Action, Adventure, ThrillerTeenage inventor Miles Fletcher discovers a secret to unlimited energy, attracting the attention of Luxos Energy, a company presenting itself as benevolent. As he finalizes his invention, Luxos betrays him, stealing his work and isolating him. Miles must choose between surrender and trusting his friends to fight back. He then races against Luxos to prevent them from weaponizing his discovery in a critical battle of innovation versus corporate power.Stream onIMDb 4.7TMDB 5.5
