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Roll ‘Em: The Top 10 Social Capital Movies of 2026
Studio releases through the lens of the Dave Alexander Center for Social Capital Image: Annette/ Pixabay It’s summertime, and there’s no guilty pleasure that beckons more than an afternoon in an air-conditioned cinema or binge-watching your favorite movies from the comfort of your sofa. With…
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Summer isn’t over yet, and it’s a perfect time to duck into the air conditioning for an inspiring movie. With that in mind, we’ve assembled some of our Social Capital faves in “Roll ‘Em: The Top 10 Social Capital Movies of 2026.” You may not have thought of movies like “Chef,” “Erin Brockovich” or “Big Night” in the context of running a company that puts people first, but we think our list will get your creative juices flowing.
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