The Bank (2001 film)

The Bank is a 2001 Australian thriller film written and directed by Robert Connolly. The film stars David Wenham, Anthony LaPaglia, and Sibylla Budd.

The plot revolves around Jim Doyle (Wenham), a mathematical genius who develops a computer program capable of predicting stock market fluctuations and, more broadly, potential disasters arising from corporate greed. His work attracts the attention of corrupt bank executives, particularly the ruthlessly ambitious CEO, Simon O'Reilly (LaPaglia). Doyle is initially offered a position at the bank to further develop his program, but he soon becomes aware of the bank's unethical and potentially illegal activities, including insider trading and exploiting vulnerable individuals. As Doyle witnesses the bank's destructive impact on ordinary people, he finds himself caught between his desire to expose their wrongdoing and the potential danger he faces from powerful individuals determined to protect their interests. The film explores themes of corporate corruption, the power of financial institutions, and the moral compromises made in pursuit of wealth. It also delves into the potential consequences of technological advancement when coupled with unethical behavior.