The title says it all. I'd like to hear from your best business related movies and what you like about them.
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closed as not constructive by Zuly Gonzalez♦ Aug 23 '12 at 16:04
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I'll nominate Tucker: A Man and his Dream to the list. It's the story of Preston Tucker, who designed an innovative automobile in the 1940s. His company didn't survive competition with the "Big Three" but it left its mark on the industry. |
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I always thought the documentary Startup.com was pretty compelling. Just a decent telling of a dot-com that rose and fell with the bubble. Lots of good perspectives (company valuations, co-founders, etc.). Also, they didn't seem to pull too many punches. Here's some background and a pretty comprehensive review. It's no longer on DVD, but you can get it used or rent it at Amazon or iTunes (one of the few movies I'd actually rent again). Unfortunately, it doesn't seem to be on NetFlix. EDIT: Whoops, actually forgot another fantastic 'true story'... Triumph of the Nerds is a great, great story that is brilliantly told by Robert Cringely. IMO, one of the best films that PBS has ever done. Unfortunately, it only seems to be purchased on DVD (vs. renting) for about $50. |
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Gladiator is a good movie, since it helps to show what life can be like in a startup, and how to overcome, by taking control and having a good team. :) |
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You're probably better off discussing books, in which case there are a slew of titles that are really good. |
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Glengarry Glen Ross Film version with Alec Baldwin = win |
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WallStreet Boiler Room |
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Pirates of Silicon Valley was very interesting. Startup.com was also very good, and I've seen the main guy Kaleil Isaza Tuzman speak and he is pretty amazing; it definitely seemed like he learned a lot and grew from the experience! I almost couldn't believe it was the same guy after watching the film! |
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I definitely agree with the suggestion in another answer that books are probably a better source of suggestions on the topic, but in the spirit of your question, I might offer the movies that have not yet been suggested by others: August - Tom and Josh Sterling have a dot com start up. It's gone public to initial success. Josh is the technical genius. Tom is the fast-talking and abrasive CEO, in charge of the business side. It's August, 2001, less than a month before they can sell their shares and, perhaps, make lots of money..... The King of Kong - An excellent documentary that covers the inspirational aspect of the drive and passion required in entrepreneurship, never quitting, etc. In any case, this story is about Steve Wiebe who is on a mission to set a world record playing Donkey Kong arcade game. Deep Water - Another excellent documentary that is the counter to the Kind of Kong movie and shows the counter example of going too far and over committing to your venture. |
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Just saw Around the World in 80 Trades and found it very inspiring. I would recommend it to anyone in lack of inspiration or looking forward to learn about the global trade industry. From IMDB:
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