December 31, 2024 • 4 mins
"The Big Short" is a gripping film that delves into the 2008 financial crisis, illustrating how a few astute investors recognized the impending collapse of the housing market and profited by betting against it. Based on Michael Lewis's book, the movie simplifies complex financial instruments to expose the greed and corruption within financial institutions, highlighting the devastating human impact of their reckless actions.
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