All the Money in the World (2017)

In a gripping tale that intertwines crime, history, and human desperation, this film delves into the harrowing true story of the kidnapping of 16-year-old John Paul Getty III. As the young heir is thrust into a nightmarish ordeal, his devoted mother, Gail Harris, embarks on a relentless quest to secure his freedom. The stakes skyrocket when she realizes that the only person capable of meeting the ransom demand is his grandfather, the notoriously wealthy and emotionally detached oil tycoon, J. Paul Getty. What sets this film apart is not just its riveting narrative, but also its exploration of themes such as familial loyalty, the moral dilemmas of wealth, and the chilling intersection of power and greed. With stellar performances that bring the complex characters to life, viewers are taken on an emotional rollercoaster that examines the lengths to which one will go for love and the stark realities of privilege. The film's tension builds like a taut string, leaving audiences on the edge of their seats as they witness the lengths a mother will go to save her son, and the staggering price of wealth in a world where money often speaks louder than compassion.