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: The Gekko character is a composite of figures like Ivan Boesky (who once said "Greed is healthy"), Carl Icahn , and Michael Milken .

: Gekko's Teldar Paper speech became one of cinema's most famous monologues. Ironically, while intended as a warning against corruption, it inspired many to pursue careers in finance. Wall Street (1987)HD

A materialistic interior decorator and Gekko's former mistress who dates Bud. Terence Stamp A wealthy British financier and Gekko's professional rival. Themes and Cultural Impact : The Gekko character is a composite of

: As Bud ascends the corporate ladder through unethical schemes, he realizes Gekko’s plan for Bluestar involves liquidating the company and destroying his father's livelihood. A ruthless, wealthy corporate raider famous for the

A ruthless, wealthy corporate raider famous for the "Greed is good" mantra. Charlie Sheen

An ambitious stockbroker who gets seduced and eventually corrupted by wealth. Martin Sheen

: Michael Douglas won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his performance. The film is often cited as a premonitory look at the financial crises that would follow decades later. Wall Street - Rotten Tomatoes