John Huston’s 1948 film classic The Treasure of the Sierra Madre demonstrates a clever grasp of economic principles. Watching it closely uncovers lessons about entrepreneurship, the importance of property rights, the creation of value, and many other topics—but, alas, no “stinkin’ badges.”
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Robert M. Whaples is a Senior Fellow at the Independent Institute and Co-Editor of The Independent Review.
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