Rollover

Rollover

Year: 1981

Runtime: 116 min

Language: English

Director: Alan J. Pakula

DramaMysteryThrillerRomance

A financial expert takes on a case for a Texas widow, delving into the intricacies of the oil industry and uncovering a world of secrets. As he investigates, he becomes increasingly involved in a complex situation, facing mounting risks and unexpected desires. The investigation leads him deeper into a web of deception, where personal and professional lines blur, and the stakes become dangerously high.

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1

Boro National Bank Crisis Begins

At Boro National Bank in New York City, executive Roy Lefcourt suddenly orders the traders to liquidate $100 million in shares. This drastic move causes the value of U.S. currency to plummet, triggering a financial crisis.

Boro National Bank, New York City
2

Bailout from First New York Bank

In response to the chaos at Boro National, Maxwell Emery, the chairman of First New York Bank, provides a bailout of $40 million. This financial assistance is a temporary measure to stabilize Boro National amid the growing crisis.

First New York Bank
3

Murder of Charlie Winters

Charlie Winters, an industrialist, is murdered in his office at the World Trade Center. He discovers illicit payment instructions and is killed to prevent further exposure of corrupt practices involving First New York Bank.

World Trade Center
4

Lee Winters Hosts Charity Event

Lee Winters, Charlie's wife and former actress, hosts a charity event at the National History Museum. During the event, Maxwell Emery offers Hubble 'Hub' Smith a crucial position at Boro National, which he initially hesitates to accept.

National History Museum
5

Hub Smith Starts at Boro National

On his first day at Boro National, Hub plans to find a customer in urgent need of a multi-million dollar loan. He targets Winterchem Corp., thus initiating a series of events that could save the struggling bank.

Boro National Bank
6

Lee Proposes Expansion at Winterchem

During a restaurant luncheon with Winterchem executives, Lee suggests a bold plan to buy a petrochemical plant in Spain. Despite initial pushback from the executives, her determination shines through.

Restaurant
7

Hub Offers Financial Assistance to Lee

After a confrontation in his office, Hub visits Lee at her townhouse to apologize and propose a significant loan to help her business. He believes that her potential success could save both Winterchem and Boro National.

Lee's Townhouse
8

Lee Faces Pushback from Winterchem Executives

Lee discovers that Winterchem executives are actively trying to limit her authority and intentions of refusing her expansion plans. This revelation leads her to take strategic actions to regain control.

Winterchem Corp.
9

Negotiation in Saudi Arabia

Hub and Lee travel to Saudi Arabia to negotiate the terms of a $500 million loan from Arab investors. Lee learns that her Winterchem stock is being used as collateral, leading to a tense discussion about their financial futures.

Saudi Arabia
10

Hub Discovers Secret Account Scheme

Back at Boro National, Hub becomes suspicious of a hold on $95 million in funds, realizing it's tied to Maxwell's secret scheme. His inquiry leads him deeper into a world of deception and impending disaster.

Boro National Bank
11

Lee Learns About the Underlying Threat

Lee travels to Washington D.C. and meets with a federal bank examiner, Jerry Fewster. He reluctantly informs her about the dangerous implications of account 21214, recognizing the threat it poses to Boro National.

Washington D.C.
12

Boro National Faces Economic Collapse

With panic spreading throughout the financial world, the market collapses, leaving currencies worthless. The entire economy crumbles, leading to widespread rioting and uncertainty across the globe.

Worldwide
13

Maxwell Emery's Fate

As the economic crisis escalates, Maxwell Emery is found dead in his office, presumed to have committed suicide. His actions and greed contribute substantially to the financial chaos, marking the end of his power.

First New York Bank
14

A New Beginning for Hub and Lee

In the aftermath of the crisis, Hub remains alone in the now-deserted Boro National Bank. Lee joins him, and together they discuss the possibility of rebuilding their lives and starting anew in the devastated economic landscape.

Boro National Bank

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