THEME EXPLORATION

embezzlement

5 films · 3 directors

Tracing the thread…

FILMS THAT EXPLORE THIS

The Cheat
1915 · Cecil B. DeMille

Pleasures of the Flesh
1965 · Nagisa Oshima

The Robber Cries Thief!
1965 · Yannis Dalianidis

Bodyguard Kiba
1993 · Takashi Miike

Johnny Apollo
1940 · Henry Hathaway

DIRECTORS WHO EXPLORE THIS

Billy Wilder Austria-USA

His film 'Ace in the Hole' (1951) explores corruption and moral compromise in American society through a cynical protagonist exploiting tragedy for personal gain.

Sidney Lumet USA

His masterpiece 'Serpico' (1973) and 'Dog Day Afternoon' (1975) unflinchingly examine institutional corruption, embezzlement, and the moral dilemmas faced by individuals within corrupt systems.

Wes Anderson USA

His film 'Boogie Nights' (1997) explores financial exploitation and embezzlement within the adult film industry, revealing how money corrupts relationships and moral standards.