The Wolf of Wall Street is a 2013 biographical black comedy film directed by Martin Scorsese. DiCaprio portrays Jordan Belfort, a stockbroker who engages in corrupt practices and leads a life of excess. The film is based on Belfort's memoir of the same name and showcases DiCaprio's versatility as an actor, as he effortlessly embodies the charismatic yet morally bankrupt character. The Wolf of Wall Street received critical acclaim for its performances, direction, and screenplay, earning DiCaprio his fifth Academy Award nomination.