The works offer reflections on the management of personal finances and the search for sound financial stability
The fascinating world of cinema often goes beyond entertainment and can reveal valuable lessons for a more prosperous and balanced financial life. Movies have the power to immerse the viewer in captivating storylines, but they don’t stop there. Some become true sources of inspiration and wisdom in various fields of knowledge, including financial education.
Exploring engaging narratives and surprising characters, they offer insights into managing personal finances and finding sound financial stability.
Thaíne Clemente, a Strategies and Operations executive at Simplici, a personal credit fintech, points out that by watching movies with keen, critical eyes, we can absorb valuable lessons about risk analysis, innovation and balance. These stories have the power to inspire us to make conscious and informed decisions about our financial journey.
With this proposal he suggests four films that can serve as an inspiration and starting point for building a healthier relationship with money. Let’s explore them:
Looking for happiness
Starring Will Smith, it chronicles the journey of Chris Gardner, a man who faces extreme financial adversity as he tries to build a better life for himself and his son. The work offers a valuable lesson on the importance of perseverance, determination and financial planning to overcome obstacles and achieve success.
Available on: Netflix.
margin call
In this drama, we are taken to a critical time during the 2008 financial crisis in the United States, when an investment firm finds it is on the verge of bankruptcy. The film highlights the consequences of irresponsible decisions and illustrates the importance of proper risk management.
Available on: Watch.
The Big Short: The Big Short
Based on true events, this film tells the story of a group of investors who predicted the US housing crisis in 2008. It emphasizes the importance of conducting thorough research before making decisions and questioning the status quo of the financial world, as well as warning of the dangers of economic bubbles.
Available on: Netflix.
Moneyball: the man who changed the game
Although primarily a baseball film, “Moneyball” offers valuable lessons in financial management and smart investment strategies. It shows how Billy Beane, general manager of the Oakland Athletics baseball team, used a statistical approach to build a competitive team, even with limited financial resources.
Available on: Netflix.
Source: Terra
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