Film Review: “Self Custody” Indie Film about Bitcoin on Amazon Prime

A 31-minute indie film, Self Custody (2026), dramatizes the worst-case risks of holding Bitcoin personally, following a protagonist who loses access to a wallet allegedly worth over $14 million. The review says the movie reinforces fears about self-custody (pin loss, device wipes, recovery scams) and exaggerates statistics (the film claims “20% of bitcoin lost,” while research points to ~3.7M coins). Market impact: the film could sway public perception toward custodial solutions, boost demand for wallet-recovery and consulting services, and prompt broader education about best practices. At the same time, mainstream distribution (Amazon Prime) signals growing cultural acceptance of Bitcoin, which may support continued adoption despite fear-driven narratives.