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A single father struggling to support his family after losing his home to foreclosure is offered a way out by a shady real estate operator. He finds himself working for the very man who evicted him, leading to a moral and ethical crisis as he helps the operator profit from others' misfortune.

99 Homes garnered significant critical acclaim for its timely and unflinching look at the housing crisis, powerful performances, and gripping narrative. It was praised for its raw portrayal of economic hardship and the moral compromises people make to survive.

• Andrew Garfield delivers a career-defining performance as a desperate father.

• Michael Shannon is chillingly effective as the predatory real estate agent.

• The film offers a vital, urgent, and masterfully crafted commentary on the 2008 financial crisis.

Google audience: Audiences lauded the film's powerful story and realistic depiction of the struggles faced by families during the housing crisis. Many praised the acting, particularly Andrew Garfield's emotional performance, and found the film to be thought-provoking and impactful.

Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for Ramin Bahrani and Amir Naderi. Also received nominations and wins at various film festivals and critics' awards.

Director Ramin Bahrani was inspired to make the film after witnessing the foreclosure crisis firsthand in his own community and speaking with families who had lost their homes.