The “Crocodile of Wall Street” Story Headed for the Silver Screen with Star Power
Although Razzlekhan’s raunchy rhymes never catapulted the aspiring rapper-turned-heister to fame, the story of the self-described “Crocodile of Wall Street” is headed for the silver screen with some star power.
Hollywood heavyweights Chloë Grace Moretz, Lewis Pullman, and Academy Award winner Ariana DeBose are signing on to “Dutch & Razzlekhan,” a film based on the criminal exploits of Heather “Razzlekhan” Morgan and Ilya “Dutch” Lichtenstein.
The movie, produced by Amazon MGM Studios, will begin filming this summer under the direction of BAFTA nominee Jon S. Baird.
Background: The Infamous Crypto Money Laundering Case
Morgan and Lichtenstein allegedly conspired to launder 119,754 bitcoin tokens — worth more than $8 billion as of publication time — following a hack on crypto exchange Bitfinex in 2016. They were arrested in February 2022 for money laundering and conspiring to defraud the U.S. Last July, the couple pleaded guilty to money laundering charges.
Star-Studded Cast Announced
- Hollywood heavyweights Chloë Grace Moretz, Lewis Pullman, and Ariana DeBose are joining the cast of “Dutch & Razzlekhan.”
- Chloë Grace Moretz has gained recognition for her roles in films such as “Kick-Ass,” “If I Stay,” and “Carrie.”
- Lewis Pullman is known for his performances in movies like “Bad Times at the El Royale” and “The Strangers: Prey at Night.”
- Ariana DeBose, an Academy Award winner, rose to fame with her role in the film adaptation of the musical “Hamilton” and her performance in “West Side Story.”
Production Details
- “Dutch & Razzlekhan” will be produced by Amazon MGM Studios.
- The film will be directed by BAFTA nominee Jon S. Baird.
- Filming for the movie is set to begin this summer.
Hot Take: The Intriguing Tale of a Crypto Criminal
The story of Heather “Razzlekhan” Morgan and Ilya “Dutch” Lichtenstein, the infamous crypto criminals involved in money laundering, is about to hit the big screen. With a star-studded cast and the backing of Amazon MGM Studios, “Dutch & Razzlekhan” promises to captivate audiences with its thrilling narrative.
The film will shed light on the audacious exploits of Morgan and Lichtenstein, who conspired to launder a staggering amount of bitcoin tokens. Their criminal activities following the Bitfinex hack in 2016 made headlines and shocked the crypto community.
With Chloë Grace Moretz, Lewis Pullman, and Ariana DeBose bringing these characters to life, viewers can expect powerful performances that delve into the complex motivations behind their actions.
Under the skilled direction of BAFTA nominee Jon S. Baird, “Dutch & Razzlekhan” will transport audiences into a world of high-stakes crime and intrigue. As the cameras start rolling this summer, anticipation builds for what promises to be an enthralling cinematic experience.
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