Review: Boiler Room (2000)
Starring Giovanni Ribisi, Vin Diesel and Nia Long
In the face of banker bailouts and ponzi schemes, this film has never been more timely. It's also a wonderful film for people who want to learn how to capitalize on lower human impulses and close sales. There are several different ways of closing sales demonstrated in this film. It is a must-watch for anyone in salespeople.
The story focuses on Seth, played by Ribisi, who wants to make his father proud by being successful. Seth has the brains and the drive to make things happen, but he doesn't channel it into legal endeavors. It is because of this tendency that he is hired by a small Wall Street brokerage that uses high pressure sales tactics and lies to sell faudulent securities to unwary victims. They promise he will become a millionaire within a year and so, he subordinates his mind and his morals to the company.
But, as it turns out, Seth is not without conscience. When he discovers what the company he is working for really does to people, he does the right thing. But, not without cost.
This is an excellent film. A lot of it's action takes place on the mental level. Ribisi often chooses offbeat, highly cerebral characters of mixed qualities. He never plays them flat, either. This film is no exception.
Published by A. Giovanni
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1 Comments
Post a CommentI didn't see Boiler Room yet, but I'm sure Giovanni Ribisi's character is memorable. I agree, he always plays interesting parts, usually of those with HUGE flaws!