# The Banker (2020)

> Two Black entrepreneurs outmaneuver a segregated financial system by disguising who holds the power behind their expanding real estate and banking empire.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/441186

## Facts

- Runtime: 120 min
- Genres: Drama
- Director: George Nolfi
- Cast: Anthony Mackie, Samuel L. Jackson, Nicholas Hoult, Nia Long, Scott Johnson, Jessie T. Usher, Colm Meaney, Paul Ben-Victor
- TMDB rating: 7.6/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6285944/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: determined, serious, inspirational, historical drama night, social justice film night

## Synopsis

A daring plan unfolds as three visionaries challenge the status quo to help others achieve their dreams.

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