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Theory of Avarice (2004) - IMDb

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This 2004 film puts greed itself under the microscope — exploring how the relentless pursuit of wealth warps human behavior, morality, and relationships.

AvariceMoral PhilosophyRational Choice TheoryBehavioral Economics

Theory Briefing

  • Theory of Avarice is a 2004 film that takes greed as its central subject, framing excess desire as a destructive force.
  • The title directly invokes avarice — one of the seven deadly sins — suggesting a moral and psychological anatomy of greed.
  • By theorizing greed rather than just depicting it, the film invites viewers to see self-interest as a systemic, not merely personal, failing.