John Tuld: There are three ways to make a living in this business: be first, be smarter, or cheat.
Margin Call (2011)
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Directed by: J.C. Chandor
Starring: Kevin Spacey, Stanley Tucci, Paul Bettany, Zachary Quinto
Genres: Thriller
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Question: Emerson sells off his toxic assets in time, destroying his career. Why is he the only one that ruins his career?
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Answer: He is just the only one shown doing so. Everyone in the "Fire Sale" room, is basically done for and they know it. the company will keep the best of the best (or those critical to the company's ability to function) and lay off the rest.
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