This chapter delves into the story of a truth-detecting son caught in a web of familial expectations and Wall Street intrigue. As he navigates his complex relationship with his ruthless hedge fund operator father, the son's unique ability to detect lies becomes a pivotal factor in a high-stakes bankruptcy case. The narrative explores themes of love, deception, and the competitive world of finance, leading to a suspenseful climax as the son tries to secure a favorable ruling for his father.
It’s the mid-2000s, Malcolm and writer/producer Stephen Gaghan (“Traffic”, “Syriana”) are running around Hollywood pitching their scripted adaptation of Blink. This conversation starts with a failed vampire love story, takes a ride in Leonardo DiCaprio’s Prius, before making an unexpectedly heartbreaking turn that leads Stephen to walk away from the project forever.
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