Abacus: Small Enough to Jail

“Abacus: Small Enough to Jail” is a documentary directed by Steve James that explores the story of Abacus Federal Savings Bank, a small family-owned bank in New York City’s Chinatown, which became the only U.S. bank to face criminal charges in the wake of the 2008 financial crisis. The film delves into the legal battle faced by the bank’s owners, the Sung family, highlighting themes of justice, community, and the complexities of the American financial system.