The Wolf of Wall Street (2013) Review in 2025
A wild, excessive, and chaotic look into the rise and fall of Jordan Belfort, a stockbroker who rides the highs of Wall Street greed and excess.
Family-Friendly Rating
Is this movie suitable for family viewing?
Not really. The movie is packed with adult themes, drugs, and explicit content. Definitely not suitable for a family watch.
CineReview Recommendation
If you’re into fast-paced, chaotic movies with a lot of humor and excess, it’s worth a watch. Best enjoyed with friends, not family.
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The film follows Jordan Belfort's rise to becoming a wealthy stockbroker, fueled by fraudulent schemes, drugs, and a fast-paced lifestyle, which eventually leads to his downfall as he faces legal consequences and loses everything.
Review Details
story8.00/10
A thrilling story about greed, money, and excess, but can feel repetitive at times.
acting9.50/10
Leonardo DiCaprio gives one of his best performances, and Jonah Hill is hilarious as always.
characters9.00/10
Bold and outrageous characters that fit the Wall Street lifestyle perfectly, especially DiCaprio's portrayal of Jordan.
direction9.00/10
Scorsese delivers another masterpiece, capturing the madness of Wall Street with style and humor.
cinematography8.00/10
Visually engaging with vibrant colors and fast-paced scenes, but sometimes it feels a bit overwhelming.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Amazing acting, thrilling direction, and an entertaining story.
Cons
Not for everyone due to its explicit content and lengthy runtime.
Notable Quotes
"“I want you to deal with your problems by becoming rich!”"
"“I’m not gonna die sober!”"
"“Sell me this pen.”"
"“The only thing standing between you and your goal is the story you keep telling yourself as to why you can’t achieve it.”"
"“There is no nobility in poverty. I’ve been a rich man, and I’ve been a poor man. And I choose rich every time.”"
