Jerry Maguire- Transactional Analysis

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Contents

Plot..................................................................... 3 Movie Review ................................................... 6 Ego States Analysis ........................................... 8 Child Ego States .............................................. 8 Adult Ego State: .............................................. 8 Parent Ego state ............................................... 9 Types of Transaction ....................................... 10 Complementary ............................................. 10 Crossed .......................................................... 10 Life Position .................................................... 11 Stroke Analysis................................................ 12 Positive: ......................................................... 12 Negative: ....................................................... 12 Mixed: ........................................................... 12 Conclusion ....................................................... 13

Plot Jerry Maguire is a 35 year old sports agent working for Sports Management International. After suffering a nervous breakdown as a result of stress and a guilty conscience, he writes a mission statement about perceived dishonesty in the sports management business and how he believes that it should be operated. He goes to a copy shop early the next morning and distributes copies of it, entitled "The Things We Think and Do Not Say: The Future of Our Business" to all of his

fellow

employees.

His

co-

workers are touched by his honesty and greet him with applause the next business day, but the company's management orders Maguire fired for his actions. The management sends Bob Sugar, Maguire's protégé, to fire Maguire. Jerry and Bob then proceed to call all of Jerry's clients to try to convince them to not hire the services of the other. Jerry gets through to Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Rod Tidwell, one of his clients who is disgruntled by his contract that he believes to be far inferior than that of his teammates. Tidwell tests Jerry's

resolve

through

a

very

long

telephone conversation, which culminates in the famed "Show Me the Money!" telephone yelling match between Rod and Jerry. Meanwhile, Bob Sugar secures most of Jerry's previous clients as his own. Frank Cushman, a superstar football prospect expected to be drafted #1 in the NFL Draft, also ends up staying on with Jerry after he makes a visit to Cushman's home. Leaving the office, Jerry announces he will start his own sports management agency and asks if anyone is willing to join him to which only 26 year old single mother Dorothy Boyd agrees. Boyd had previously bumped into Maguire in the airport and told him personally how inspiring she found his "memo."

Jerry travels to the NFL Draft with Cushman and convinces Tidwell to come along as well, to give him exposure to representatives of other NFL teams should he later become a free agent. Though Tidwell at first feels neglected compared to the superstar Cushman, Bob Sugar contacts Cushman's dad while Jerry is in the lobby with Tidwell and re-signs Cushman to SMI. Jerry is devastated and turns to his fiancée Avery for support, but she rebukes him and he breaks up with her. He then turns to Dorothy, becoming closer to her young son, Ray, and eventually starts a relationship with her. However, without any commissions coming in to support their business, Dorothy contemplates moving to San Diego as she has a secure job offer there. Jerry concentrates all his efforts on Tidwell, now his only client, who turns out to be a very difficult client to satisfy. Over the next several months, the two direct harsh criticism towards each other with Rod claiming that Jerry is not trying hard enough to get him a contract while Jerry claims that Rod is not proving himself to deserve the money for which he asks. Eventually, Rod's star starts to rise but the two invariably get into an argument and remain estranged. He ends up later marrying Dorothy in order to provide her medical insurance and share expenses to help them both stay afloat financially and to keep her from moving to San Diego. He is emotionally and physically distant during the marriage, but is clearly invested in becoming a father to Ray. Although Dorothy is totally in love with him, she breaks up with him because she believes he does not love her, and married her out of fear of being alone and because he enjoyed playing father to her son. Bob Sugar spots Rod just before the game and attempts to steal him, an attempt rebuked by Rod and Jerry, who travels to the Cardinals game. The two reconcile soon after. Rod plays well but appears to receive a serious injury when catching a touchdown. He recovers, however, and dances for the crowd, which cheers wildly for him. After the game, Jerry and Rod get renewed confidence for a lucrative new contract for Rod. After months of harsh

words and criticism directed towards one another, the two embrace in front of other athletes and sports agents and show how their relationship has progressed from a strictly business one to a close personal one, which was one of the points Jerry made in his mission statement. Jerry then flies back home to seek out Dorothy and tell her that he loves her and wants her in his life. He also mentions that his business has really picked up. Rod Tidwell later appears on a sports show for an interview. Unbeknownst to him, Jerry has secured him an $11.2 million contract with the Cardinals that will allow him to finish his pro football career in Arizona. The visibly emotional Tidwell proceeds to thank everyone who helped accomplish this success and extends warm gratitude to Jerry for his help. Jerry, who is also on the set of the show, speaks with several other pro athletes, some of whom have read his earlier mission statement and express their positive opinion of it as well as respect for the work he had done with Tidwell. The film ends with Jerry, Dorothy and Ray walking in the park and stumbling across a Little League baseball game. When the ball lands near them, Ray picks it up and throws it back onto the field; a surprised Jerry then comments on his natural throwing ability, much to Dorothy's dismay

Movie Review Jerry Maguire is magic on celluloid -- fresh, funny, romantic, and upbeat. One will leave the theatre with a smile on your face and perhaps a tear in your eye. Cruise is best when he stays low key and flashes the occasional smile. And, in this picture, surrounded by a superlative supporting cast, his ability shines. Jerry Maguire works because we root for the title character, and it's Cruise's performance that forges the link between his screen personae and the audience. As the movie opens, super sports agent Jerry Maguire is facing a crisis of conscience (that he still possesses one after working in such a cynical, materialistic business is something of a miracle). He wonders what he has become -- "Just another shark in a suit?" He realizes that he hates himself and his place in the world, and laments that, although he has a lot to say, no one will listen. So, late one night, he writes a Mission Statement called "The Things We Think and Do Not Say: The Future of Our Business". The essay attacks the sports agency business, advocating a more humane approach. The next day, a copy is distributed to everyone in the office. And, although Jerry's co- workers applaud his courage ("Somebody finally said what had to be said"), his bosses are offended, and he loses his job. Only one client, unremarkable Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Rod Tidwell, elects to remain with Jerry as he strikes out on his own. Also joining him is a 26-year old single mother, Dorothy Boyd, who is so moved by Jerry's Mission Statement that she's willing to throw away a safe job to be part of his new venture. Since as long ago as "Risky Business," Jerry has specialized in playing slick operators who get what they want. This is Jerry Maguire at the beginning, but the majority of the film has him hanging by a thread, often in embarrassing positions, and the actor conveys this with his customary enthusiasm as well as with a self-deprecatory quality and humor that are new and welcome. One can truly credit him with a fine performance.

In an era of downsizing and force reductions, it's easy to understand what happens to Jerry. He speaks his mind, crying out for compassion and caring, only to be slapped down. He is branded as a loser because he dares to swim against the heartless, prevalent business currents. Jerry finds himself in deep, uncertain waters, but his indefatigable spirit, bolstered by tireless support from Rod and Dorothy, helps him navigate the most dangerous eddys. Jerry Maguire is about redemption and love. It's about finding one's heart and soul in a business climate that attempts to rip both away. Even as Jerry Maguire reaches out to the heart, it tickles the funny bone. A common sports cliché is integrated into Jerry Maguire in such a way that it doesn't seem cheap or overdone. It's not the point of the movie; it's just another piece in the overall puzzle. While the budding romance between Jerry and Dorothy is Jerry Maguire's most enchanting element, the remainder of the film has the necessary appeal to keep our attention when she isn't around.

Ego States Analysis Child Ego States Jerry Maguire: The fuckin zoo is closed, Ray. Ray: You said fuck. Jerry Maguire: Uh... yeah... I... Ray: Don't worry. I won't tell

Jerry Maguire: I am out here for you. You don't know what it's like to be ME out here for YOU. It is an up-at-dawn, pride-swallowing siege that I will never fully tell you about, ok?

Adult Ego State: Jerry Maguire: I love you. You... you complete me. And I just... Dorothy: Shut up, just shut up. You had me at "hello".

Rod

Tidwell:

I

am

a

valuable

commodity! I go across the middle! I see a dude coming at me, trying to kill me, I tell myself "Get killed. Catch the ball!' BOO YA! Touchdown! I make miracles happen! Jerry Maguire: Rod...

Rod Tidwell: I'm from Arizona Jerry! I broke Arizona records! I went to Arizona State! I'm a Sun Devil, man! Jerry Maguire: And now you want Arizona dollars? Rod Tidwell: Exaaaacctly! Rod Tidwell: Thanks for coming. Jerry Maguire: I missed ya. What can I say? You're all I've go

Parent Ego state JERRY: And suddenly it was all pretty clear. The answer was fewer clients. Caring for them, caring

for ourselves, and the games too. Starting our lives, really.

DOROTHY: I loved your memo, by the way. JERRY: Thanks... actually, it was just a "Mission Statement."

Types of Transaction Complementary JERRY: Who said anything about "loser?" Where do you get this word "loser?" AVERY: I'm sorry. I was on a roll. I meant something else. When do you want to leave?

Crossed Crowded outdoor restaurant in the business district. Jerry sits down opposite Bob Sugar, still making a few notes. JERRY: Gimme a second here... Tidwell...Arizona contract... new glass cabinet... SUGAR: You okay? JERRY: I'm fine. What's up? SUGAR: I came here to let you go JERRY: Pardon me? SUGAR: Came here to fire you, Jerry. For a long moment there is only silence. They study each other. These are two smart boys, each one anticipating the other's next three or four moves. SUGAR: It's real, Jerry. You... you should say something. Suddenly he's flushed, a little embarrassed. JERRY: Aw shit...the crowded restaurant... so there's no scene... SUGAR: I know. It sucks. I suck.

Life Position

STROKE ANALYSIS Positive: Rod Tidwell: I am a valuable commodity! I go across the middle! I see a dude coming at me, trying to kill me, I tell myself "Get killed. Catch the ball!' BOO YA! Touchdown! I make miracles happen! Jerry Maguire: Rod... Rod Tidwell: I'm from Arizona Jerry! I broke Arizona records! I went to Arizona State! I'm a Sun Devil, man! Jerry Maguire: And now you want Arizona dollars? Rod Tidwell: Exaaaacctly!

Negative: Jerry Maguire: I hated myself... no, I hated my place in the world.

Mixed: Jerry Maguire: Have you ever gotten the feeling that you aren't completely embarrassed yet, but you glimpse tomorrow's embarrassment?

Conclusion The movie is a blend of professional and personal life. It portrays best management of emotion with work. Jerry Maguire’s character portrays boldness and self belief. IT contains some of the finest performances by Tom Cruise who steals away the movie by his originality to the character and the purity in it. The movie is an art of innovative writing in Movie Industry. This may not be having direct learning but a lot can be said indirectly which this movie has a lot to give. I personally feel everyone of the management student as well as working class people should watch this at least one and I can promise no can have just once.