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.”

Robert M. Whaples is a Senior Fellow at the Independent Institute and Co-Editor of The Independent Review.
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