Wall Street Boy, Kipkemboi (The)

  • Wall Street Boy, Kipkemboi (The)
Genre : Thriller
Type : Fiction
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Principal country concerned : Column : Cinema/tv
Year of production : 2024
Format : Feature
Running time : 90 (in minutes)

"The Wall Street Boy / Kipkemboi" tells the story of a young math genius from rural Kenya who uses his understanding of patterns in nature to develop a successful stock market algorithm. His remarkable success from a makeshift setup in his village draws attention from international financiers and local authorities, forcing him and his girlfriend Chepchirchir to flee.

This fictional film explores themes of innovation, resourcefulness, and the clash between tradition and modernity. It serves as a valuable educational resource, prompting discussions on financial literacy, ethics in global finance, and the socio-economic dynamics of contemporary Africa.



Film by Charles Uwagbai

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