2008. MADOFF, THE FRAUD OF THE CENTURY

Whatever it takes

An episode from the series HISTORY GREATEST LIES

Format: HD

Duration: 52’

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Available versions: English | French

Rights: All Rights | Southeast Asia

Synopsis

On December 12, 2008, in the very midst of the financial crisis, Bernard L. Madoff is arrested and handcuffed in front of the media.

The former stockbroker is behind the largest financial fraud in US history; $65 billion have been swindled. The lie has lasted for over 20 years.

How did this former lifeguard who had become a rich businessman by age 50 manage to convince so many institutions and wealthy individuals to entrust him with their money?