A New York stockbroker refuses to cooperate in a large securities fraud case involving corruption on Wall Street, corporate banking world and mob infiltration. Based on Jordan Belfort's autobiography.
Based on the true story of Jordan Belfort, this film chronicles his rise and fall as a stockbroker who engaged in rampant corruption and fraud on Wall Street. Belfort and his cutthroat crew at Stratton Oakmont achieve outlandish wealth through illicit means, indulging in a lifestyle of drugs, sex, and extravagance. As the FBI closes in, Belfort must navigate the consequences of his actions and his insatiable greed.
The Wolf of Wall Street was widely praised for its energetic direction, DiCaprio's performance, and its darkly comedic portrayal of excess and corruption. However, its explicit content and depiction of debauchery drew criticism and debate regarding its moral implications and glorification of its subject matter.
Google audience: Audiences were largely captivated by the film's thrilling and outrageous portrayal of Jordan Belfort's life, with many highlighting Leonardo DiCaprio's performance and the movie's dark humor. Some viewers found the excessive hedonism and criminal activities to be gratuitous, while others appreciated its unflinching look at extreme wealth and corruption.
Nominated for five Academy Awards, including Best Actor for Leonardo DiCaprio, Best Supporting Actor for Jonah Hill, Best Director, Best Adapted Screenplay, and Best Picture. Leonardo DiCaprio won a Golden Globe for Best Actor – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy.
During the infamous "">tuna scene,"" in which Belfort (DiCaprio) throws a dead tuna at his wife, the prop department actually used real frozen tuna. DiCaprio, in character, also had to improvise throwing the fish, as he wasn't initially told it would be a real tuna.
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