Other People's Money
"Other People's Money" explores the covetousness of an eccentric, yet prosperous venture capitalist, Larry Garfield (Danny DeVito) who has found a faltering New England Wire & Cable business that looks better broken up and sold at a huge profit, than it does active on paper. The film explores both sides of the business spectrum: the traditional American work ethic versus the vicious capitalistic methods of the 1980's. The movie also develops into a conflict between Larry the Liquidator and Kate Sullivan (Penelope Ann Miller), a corporate lawyer who has a significant relation to the company Chairman and President, "Jorgy" Jorgenson (Gregory Peck). The corporate take-over battle becomes a little more complicated when Larry and Miss Sullivan are captivated by the financial deal making as well as each other. The very beginning of the movie depicts some of Larry Garfield's characteristics. Larry is the Chairman and CEO of Garfield Investments. He has an amazing overall attitude about himself. He is extremely wealthy, successful, and arrogant. His self-concept comes from an narcissistic state of mind. He is an egotist who feels he does not have to change his attitudes or behavior because he believes he is superior. Larry has a type-
Andrew "Jorgy" Jorgenson is extremely protective of his second-generation family firm that has become a takeover prospect for Mr. Garfield. Jorgy plays an exceptional leader with a stubborn attitude when the proposal for acquisition becomes a serious threat. He has a small role, however he is able to create a sense of comfort for his employees who are proud to work for his company. Just like Kate Sullivan, he is very assertive with his views on New England Wire & Cable. He negates Larry's attempts at forcing conflict theory by hiring Miss Sullivan to represent his company. His ethical standpoint on the takeover is that his business was started by his father and the company has survived wars, recessions, depression, and changes in the environment. He preaches the importance of families and the effects of unemployment. He has worked relentlessly in order to create a stable productive environment for his Rhode Island town. The proposals, bids, and corporate tactics came down to a decision made by the shareholder's of the company. Jorgy and Larry were given time to discuss their arguments to the audience. In the beginning of the meeting, the majority of the shareholder's seemed to be in favor of Jorgy and his representatives. Jorgy's objectives were obviously to keep the plant running and productive. His speech was basically a very touching and meaningful display of charisma. He was extremely candid about his protection of old-fashioned American values. The speech addressed the venture capitalist intentions and what the true nature of the takeover meant to Lawrence Garfield. His perception of Larry as an overzealous corporate tycoon, who builds nothing and destroys everything for money, sets the rhythm for his address. La
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Approximate Word count = 1172
Approximate Pages = 5 (250 words per page double spaced)
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