Over a 24-hour period, a crucial discovery at an investment bank leads to a series of decisions that will affect the lives of its employees and send shockwaves through the financial world. The film provides an intense examination of morality, greed, and the choices people make when their backs are against the wall.
Length: 1hr 47min
Genre: Drama, Thriller
Trailer
Cast
- Kevin Spacey as Sam Rogers
- Paul Bettany as Will Emerson
- Jeremy Irons as John Tuld
- Zachary Quinto as Peter Sullivan
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: R (for language)
The film contains strong language and mature themes related to financial distress.
Trivia
- The movie was inspired by the financial crisis of 2007-2008.
- Zachary Quinto, besides acting in the film, also produced it through his production company.
- The entire film was shot in a mere 17 days.
Our Review
Margin Call brilliantly captures the tension and panic that unfolds in the world of high-stakes finance. The ensemble cast shines, delivering performances that drive home the emotional and ethical complexities of the story. An intense and thought-provoking watch.