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The Wizard of Lies
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The Wizard of Lies

2017 · 133 min Crime Drama History Thriller TV Movie
6.6 / 10 · TMDB

A look behind the scenes at Bernie Madoff's massive Ponzi scheme, how it was perpetrated on the public and the trail of destruction it left in its wake, both for the victims and Madoff's family.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film doesn't rush. It trusts the viewer — gives time to inhabit the characters, understand what's really happening. Direction here serves the actors rather than overwhelming them.

This film doesn't entertain — it speaks. If you're ready for that, it'll leave a mark. If not — it'll seem slow.

A good choice for those who value subtle direction and honest performance.

Director: Barry Levinson

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Unhurried, on a weekday evening. Put down the phone, let the film work.

🎭 Cast

Robert De Niro

Robert De Niro

Bernie Madoff

Michelle Pfeiffer

Michelle Pfeiffer

Ruth Madoff

Hank Azaria

Hank Azaria

Frank Dipascali

Kristen Connolly

Kristen Connolly

Stephanie Madoff

Lily Rabe

Lily Rabe

Catherine Hooper

Alessandro Nivola

Alessandro Nivola

Mark Madoff

Kathrine Narducci

Kathrine Narducci

Eleanor Squillari

Nathan Darrow

Nathan Darrow

Andrew Madoff

Steve Coulter

Steve Coulter

Martin London

Michael A. Goorjian

Michael A. Goorjian

Dan Horwitz

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