The Banker tells the remarkable true story of Bernard Garrett and Joe Morris — two Black entrepreneurs who, in the 1960s, hired a white man to pose as the face of their real estate and banking empire to work around racist systems. Anthony Mackie and Samuel L. Jackson make a perfect power duo, bringing charm, intensity, and humour to their high-stakes hustle. Stylishly shot and full of sharp dialogue, the film unpacks systemic racism through an entertaining, real-world heist structure. It’s both an engaging ride and a sobering lesson in American economic history.
