Overdrawn!(2007)

Overdrawn! is a documentary that examines how major national banks profit from overdraft fees, trapping millions in cycles of debt. The film investigates the predatory mechanics behind these charges—often hitting low-income customers hardest—and traces how financial institutions have shaped overdraft policies to maximize revenue rather than serve customers. Beyond banking practices, Overdrawn! reveals the broader influence of corporate power over government regulation and cultural values. Through interviews and data analysis, it exposes the systemic ways large corporations have captured policy-making, leaving ordinary people vulnerable to fees that compound their financial struggles. The documentary makes a compelling case that banking reform requires confronting corporate dominance itself.