Movies and TvShows featuring "us-dollar" theme.

In Traitors (2019), a young woman working for the civil service in post-war London is approached by the American CIA to work as a spy. As she becomes entangled in a web of espionage and hidden agendas, she must navigate the complex world of British politics and the remnants of a strained aristocratic family while trying to uncover the truth. Set against the backdrop of the Cold War, Traitors explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and personal sacrifices.

Shadow World is a gripping documentary that delves into the hidden world of global politics and exposes the dangerous web of corruption, state crimes, and arms dealing. Through shocking archive footage and interviews with experts, it reveals the staggering extent of military contractor influence, political corruption, and the devastating consequences of perpetual war.

Project Gutenberg is a high-octane action thriller that follows the story of a counterfeiting gang in Hong Kong. The police are on a relentless pursuit to arrest the criminals and put an end to their operation. As the tension rises, the plot takes unexpected twists and turns, revealing the true nature of the gang and their motives.

God of Gamblers is a 1989 movie about a talented gambler who suffers from head injuries and loses his memory. He is forced to participate in a high-stakes gambling tournament to repay his debt to a powerful triad. As he regains his memory, he uses his exceptional gambling skills to outwit his opponents and win the tournament.

Inside Job is a comprehensive analysis of the global financial crisis of 2008, which led to the economic downturn and affected millions across the world. The film delves into the root causes of the crisis, including the role of banks, government policies, and unethical practices within the financial industry.

In the Nazi concentration camps during World War II, a group of Jewish prisoners are selected to engage in a counterfeit operation. Their task is to produce fake money in order to finance the war effort for the Third Reich. As they struggle with their moral dilemmas and face the horrors of the Holocaust, they must decide whether to sabotage the operation or stay alive by collaborating with their captors.

The Undercover Man follows an IRS agent as he infiltrates a crime syndicate that is involved in various illegal activities such as a numbers racket. He faces numerous challenges and dangers as he gathers evidence and tries to bring down the mob boss. Along the way, he forms relationships with a chorus girl and a grandmother-granddaughter duo. The film explores the complexities of the undercover operation, the corruption within the police department, and the sacrifices made to uncover the truth.

In Charleston (1977), a cheater from England gets involved in a fake war and becomes the victim of a swindle. The Scotland Yard inspector from London, England, and the California Insurance Company get caught up in the chaos. The story also explores the conflict between a husband and wife over money.

The Beautiful Country tells the story of a young Vietnamese man who embarks on a journey to find his father in the United States. Along the way, he encounters various challenges, including abuse of power, separation from his family, and the harsh realities of illegal immigration. Despite the hardships, he perseveres in his search for a better life.

The last of the Masutatsu Oyama trilogy. Oyama takes a job as a professional wrestler in Okinawa, but when he discovers that he is expected to take a dive, he quits in disgust. However, when a friend finds herself in desperate need of medical supplies, Oyama steps back in the ring to raise the money—but will he be able to follow the script this time?

A married couple goes out for a night on the town but run out of money. They try various ways to trick the head waiter to get a free meal, but their plans backfire and they end up causing chaos in a nightclub and bowling alley. In the end, they learn the importance of honesty and face the consequences of their actions.

To locate the heir of $500,000, an affluent Greek-American places an announcement in the newspaper, and hundreds of potential plutocrats start flocking to the city. Will he ever find the lucky one? Is love more important than money?

Present Tense is a drama film set in modern-day Istanbul, Turkey. The story revolves around a fortune-teller and her various clients from different backgrounds, each seeking guidance and answers to their life problems. Through the art of fortune-telling and the consumption of Turkish coffee, the fortune-teller offers insights and advice that deeply impact the lives of her clients. The movie portrays the complexities of urban life in Istanbul and the power of both fate and human connection.

The story of the dollar is that of a myth, the American dream. The dollar flinches and the world quakes. Are we living the first signs of the end of an empire? The Marvelous History of the US Dollar examines the green back's history, allure, and unique role as a catalyst for globalization, and how the American buck became so almighty that "$" is the most powerful symbol on earth.