SYNOPSIS

A disturbing and revealing Wall Street horror story about Chinese companies, the US market and the opportunistic greed behind the biggest heist you've ever heard of.

CINDIE SAYS:

In the wake of the 2008 financial crisis, investors and institutions scrambled for new opportunities, many turning to China’s seemingly unstoppable economic rise. However, The China Hustle (2017), directed by Jed Rothstein and produced by Alex Gibney (Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room), peels back the layers of a shocking financial scam that left investors billions of dollars poorer. Often described as a real-life sequel to The Big Short, this documentary is a gripping exposé of Wall Street greed, regulatory failures, and the perils of unchecked globalisation.

The China Hustle is structured like a crime thriller, making it accessible even to viewers unfamiliar with Wall Street mechanics. The storytelling is compelling, with key figures like activist short-seller Dan David leading the charge against these fraudulent companies.


The pacing is brisk, with slick editing, stock footage, and dramatic reenactments enhancing the urgency of the investigation. The soundtrack and narrative beats give the film the feel of a corporate espionage thriller rather than a dry financial lesson.


If you enjoyed The Big Short, Inside Job, or Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room, The China Hustle is essential viewing.