Anatomy of Crisis

This thought-provoking film delves into the Great Depression, shedding new light on the causes and consequences of this tumultuous economic period. Through an engaging narrative, it challenges the widespread notion that the depression was a result of capitalism's inherent flaws. Instead, the movie presents the perspective of economist Milton Friedman, who argues that the true culprit behind the economic collapse was the ineptitude and misguided actions of government policies.Despite the visible symbols of the time - stock market crashes, bank failures, and lost savings - the film argues that it was not capitalism that failed the public, but rather, the very institutions meant to safeguard their interests. Contrary to popular belief, the movie demonstrates how this crisis sparked by governmental incompetence led to an unprecedented expansion of government power. The film expertly weaves together historical events and intellectual debates, presenting a fascinating exploration of the complex relationship between economics, policy, and societal change during one of history's darkest economic periods.