In the midst of a booming cryptocurrency market, Apple and the studio A24 have recently announced their partnership to produce a film about Sam Bankman-Fried and the scandal surrounding FTX, which was once the third-largest cryptocurrency exchange in the world before its collapse.
A Tale of Ambition and Downfall
The screenplay, written by Lena Dunham (known for “Girls,” “Camping,” and “Generation”), is adapted from Michael Lewis’s bestselling book, “Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon.” The film delves into the meteoric rise of Bankman-Fried, the discovery of missing funds at FTX, followed by fraud allegations, and the dramatic end to what was once a success story. Dunham’s writing credentials are well-established, boasting several Emmy nominations and a Golden Globe win.
This movie isn’t the only project focusing on the FTX saga. Amazon also commissioned a limited series in 2022, and another streaming service is reportedly developing a show on the same topic. Apple secured exclusive streaming rights to Lewis’s book in 2022, giving them a unique edge to tell this story on their streaming platform.
Further Collaborations Between Apple and A24
Details about the casting or production specifics for the film are still under wraps as the project is in its early stages. This film is among several collaborations between Apple and A24, who have previously joined forces on projects like “On the Rocks” and “The Tragedy of Macbeth” for Apple TV+.
Looking ahead, upcoming productions include “High and Low,” directed by Spike Lee and scheduled for release in 2025. This film is an adaptation of Ed McBain’s novel “Ransom on a Minor Theme,” which was previously adapted into “High and Low” by Akira Kurosawa in 1963. Another anticipated project is “The Wives,” a murder mystery inspired by “The Real Housewives,” starring Jennifer Lawrence.